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Inform is Independence Australia’s crossdisability magazine. We encourage readers to submit suitable content for consideration by Independence Australia. All correspondence of this nature should be directed to: inform@iagroup.org.au While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication, Independence Australia assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions of any consequences of reliance in this publication. The opinions expressed in this publication do not necessarily represent the views of Independence Australia. Medical information included is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice. Your NDIS journey of care starts here The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a new way to provide support for Australians with a disability, their families and carers. CORE SUPPORTS Daily activities: In-home & in the community. Consumables & continence products. CAPACITY BUILDING Therapy, skills development & co-ordination of support. CAPITAL & ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY Household aids & mobility equipment. As a leading service provider, our dedicated team of co-ordinators are here to support your journey to the NDIS. We’ve got you covered with a wide range of products, equipment, services and supports for your NDIS package, all from our one organisation. ABN 80 973 805 243 Building 1, 9 Ashley Street West Footscray VIC 3012 inform@iagroup.org.au www.independenceaustralia.com independenceaus independenceaus STEP 1. Preparing your plan. STEP 2. Developing your plan. STEP 3. Getting your plan approved by the NDIA. STEP 4. Choosing your providers and implementing your plan. Visit independenceaustralia.com/ndis to learn more about the NDIS and how it affects you. STEP 5. Reviewing your plan.
Welcome informonline.org.au 3 ISSUE #28 contents 4 A running start In this issue of Inform we celebrate the change-makers and risk-takers who have helped to form the world as we know it. In our feature story we visit the athletics track and talk to Caytlyn Sharp, a T20 professional athlete from Western Victoria. In her story we see the importance of determination and passion as she prepares for the upcoming INAS Global Games in Brisbane. Also in this issue we chat with Alex, an NDIS Support Coordinator. In this article Alex explains the intricacies of the Support Coordination service and provides us with advice on how to make the most of the service if you have received funding for it. Support Coordination is a great gateway into the NDIS, so if you have recently received funding for it this article is a must read! Inform has also moved online, with our website InformOnline.org.au launching recently. InformOnline is your one place for disability information – with articles and contributors from all over the country. To find out more visit www.informonline.org.au The Inform team is committed to bringing you quality, informative content wherever you are in Australia, so we encourage you to get in touch with us if you have a story of independence to share. You can reach the team at inform@iagroup.org.au Alison Crowe 4 Jumping to new heights 9 NDIS 101: Support Coordination 14 Taking to the trails 18 Spring News 20 Lights, Camera and Accessible Action 24 Revolutionary Radio 26 Driving and the NDIS 29 Inform Online Managing Editor: Alison Crowe Deputy Editor: Kirby Fenwick Design: Mark Lovatt Cover Story Photography: Meredith O'Shea
