Schizophrenia is a mental health condition that can affect how a person thinks, feels, behaves and understands the world around them. It may influence everyday activities, communication, relationships and the ability to manage daily responsibilities. With the right guidance and…
Huntington’s disease can cause a range of changes to motor skills, speech, cognitive abilities and day-to-day functioning for those living with this condition. This can cause everyday tasks like getting changed, cooking, walking around the house and talking to become…
Where do you begin when someone needs support after an acquired brain injury? Perhaps rehabilitation has come to an end, or you’re starting to look beyond clinical care and understand what ongoing assistance might be available. You may simply be…
After a spinal cord injury, it’s often the small, everyday things that require the biggest adjustments. Getting into the shower, reaching the kitchen bench or leaving home without assistance can take more planning than it used to. For some people,…
Finding the right disability support provider is about more than arranging help with everyday tasks. It is about finding people you feel comfortable with, who understand your needs and respect how you want to live. You might need help getting…
Parkinson’s disease can change a person’s life in ways they may not expect. From basic daily tasks to making decisions about everyday routines, the condition can make things that once felt simple more difficult. Getting dressed may take longer. Preparing…
A stroke can change everyday life in ways that are not always obvious from the outside. Someone may be able to walk again but still struggle to remember what needs to be done next. Another person may be able to…
Living with diabetes involves more than keeping blood glucose levels under control. There are regular routines, appointments, meals and, for some people, diabetes-related tasks that need to be managed consistently. For an NDIS participant who also lives with a disability,…
Choosing where to live is a big decision. For a person with disability, there can be another layer to that decision: how much help is needed at home, what kind of home will work, whether living alone or with others…
A brain injury can affect much more than physical health. Depending on the type and severity of the injury, a person may experience changes in movement, communication, memory, behaviour, decision-making or their ability to manage everyday activities. For some people,…