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Andrews Farm and Queenstown SA

Andrews Farm and Queenstown SA: Beautiful New Homes for People Eligible for SDA Funding

Nextt and Vera Living are thrilled to share some incredible news – three brand new Andrews Farm and Queenstown SA Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) homes…
foundational disability supports

Beyond the NDIS: Exploring the Lifeline of Foundational Disability Supports in Australia

Introduction Living with disability in Australia can feel like navigating a complex landscape. While the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) supports many, it doesn’t encompass…
Luxury apartments at Wynnum for people with specialist disability

Luxury apartments at Wynnum offer affordable housing solutions for people with specialist disability needs

Nestled in the heart of picturesque Wynnum, a bayside suburb of Brisbane, are remarkable new luxury apartments for people with specialist disability needs. Sanctuary at…
Young People in Residential Aged Care (YPIRAC): A Complex Issue with a Growing Need for Action

Young People in Residential Aged Care (YPIRAC): A Complex Issue with a Growing Need for Action

Introduction In Australia, number of young people are residing in aged care facilities. These individuals, often referred to as Younger People in Residential Aged Care…
Hospital Discharge: Your NDIS Ally for a Smooth Transition

Hospital Discharge: Your NDIS Ally for a Smooth Transition

Introduction: Heading Home with a Smooth Transition For NDIS participants, hospital discharge can often present a mix of emotions, ranging from relief and anticipation to…

NDIS review provides a revitalised NDIS and a new era of disability inclusion

Australia’s largest disability service providers welcomed the release of the NDIS Review and the reforms outlined by Minister Shorten today…
Individualised Living Options (ILO): Designing Your Life For Independent Living

Individualised Living Options (ILO): Designing Your Life For Independent Living

Overview Individualised Living Options (ILO) under the NDIS provides the flexibility for you to select the home of your choice and establish customised support that…

A journey of resilience and recovery: Kerrie’s story with Nextt

Kerrie’s decade-long association with Nextt stands as a testament to the strength of enduring relationships…

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA): Your Gateway to Independent Living

What is Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)? Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is a type of housing designed for people with disability who have extreme functional impairment…

Disability Royal Commission final report – a summary

Last week, the Disability Royal Commission released its final report, a significant milestone in acknowledging and giving voice to the issues faced by people with…

Nextt supports and encourages Voice to Parliament Referendum

With the announcement of the referendum date, we are proud to support the right of everyone to participate in the conversation and subsequent First Nations…

Bryson’s journey to start his own costume business

At Nextt Disability Services, we are thrilled to spotlight the journey of Bryson to start his own costumes and creations business…

Celebrating Poetry Month with Veronica’s Poems

Nextt is thrilled to showcase the poetic talent of one of our Brisbane clients, Veronica. She has graciously shared three of her beautiful poems with…

Enliven Community’s Community Cooperative Pilot Project Launches!

Nextt is thrilled to be one of the partners working with Enliven Community to support and launch their National Community Cooperative Pilot Project…

What is Social and Community Participation?

Social and Community Participation provides NDIS funded supports to empower people with disabilities to actively engage in their communities…
Own Motion Inquiry into Aspects of Supported Accommodation

Own Motion Inquiry into Aspects of Supported Accommodation

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Commission has recently released a report on the findings of its Own Motion Inquiry into aspects of supported accommodation…

Introducing our new Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Morgan

We have some exciting news to share with you! We are excited to introduce our new Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Morgan…

Angie promoted to National Business Development Manager SDA Partnerships and Projects

Congratulations to Angela Mellors on being promoted to National Business Development Manager Specialist Disability Accommodation Partnerships and Projects! There are many exciting opportunities ahead…

Adaptive Mountain Biking: Coleen’s Inspiring Journey to Become a Certified Instructor

Are you interested in adaptive mountain biking? Let us tell you about Coleen’s inspiring journey…

Save the Date – NexttDoor Disability Provider Information and Networking Events

The NexttDoor Disability Provider Information and Networking Event is an opportunity for disability providers to learn from and network with peers and experts in the…
SDA and SIL providers

SIL and SDA providers

If you’re looking for an SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) or SIL (Supported Independent Living) property, here are a few websites we would recommend you checking…

Finding the right Supported Independent Living home

Here are some steps you can follow to find the right Supported Independent Living home…

Nextt hosts its final networking event for the year

Last week, Nextt hosted its final NexttDoor networking event for the year at Nobbys Beach Surf Club, Newcastle. Connecting service providers and support coordinators, building…

Meet Danny

Danny is 64 and was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia a couple of years ago. Following his diagnosis, he lived in a nursing home, which…

Disability Provider Information and Networking Forum

On Thursday 10 November 2022, Nextt held a Disability Provider Information and Networking Forum at Nobbys SLSC Newcastle. This event was designed for providers in…

Special Guest Speaker – David Whitelaw

David Whitelaw, CEO Adapt Housing is one of our special guest speakers at our Brisbane NexttDoor provider engagement and networking event on 20 October 2022…

NexttDoor – our Disability Provider Event

Nextt will be hosting its first-ever provider engagement and networking event in Brisbane on 20 October! NexttDoor is designed to provide you with information and…
Support worker jobs Sydney

The Flexibility Benefits of becoming a Support Worker

Are you looking for a career that will allow you to find work that fits into your busy lifestyle? Choosing a role that you’re passionate…
Disability support worker jobs

Providing social support? Here are some ideas to delight your clients

Building a reputation as a great support worker can involve thinking outside of the box and providing supports that help people reach their goals. Depending…
Support worker jobs brisbane

Top 5 Skills of a Disability Support Worker

The skills of a support worker are essential when caring for others. Professionals working in social work often rely on a combination of soft and…
Disability accommodation

Melbourne Supported Independent Living and Specialist Disability Accommodation Vacancies

Did you know that almost 4,000 Australians under the age of 65 are living in permanent residential aged care, and some of these people are…

Alynn’s first hair cut

I’d like to introduce you to Alynn.  Alynn was working part-time as a HR Manager while also caring for her husband who had onset dementia…
Disability support

What is Attendant Care? And how can attendant care support you?

What is Attendant Care? Attendant care workers provide support and assistance for people living with disability to manage their essential and routine activities of daily…
Disability support

How to find the right attendant care provider?

When searching for the right attendant care provider it is important that the organisation has the skills and capacity to deliver high-quality services for people…

Jason represents Nextt at Melbourne Disability Expo

Jason, one of our amazing clients from Victoria, recently represented Nextt at the Melbourne Disability Expo, where he discussed how we are supporting him to…
Disability Accommodation

Younger People with Disability in Residential Aged Care Initiative

Did you know that almost 4,000 Australians under the age of 65 are living in permanent residential aged care, and some of these people are…
Disability support

Is Supported Independent Living Right for You?

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a type of support that helps you live independently in your own home, often in a shared arrangement, especially if…

Nextt’s Very Own Narelle Fairweather Has Been Nominated as the 2022 ‘Most Outstanding Support Coordinator’

We are very proud to announce that Nextt’s very own support coordinator, Narelle Fairweather has been nominated as the ‘Most Outstanding Support Coordinator’ in the…

Working as a NDIS support worker: What you can expect from the role

Are you thinking about a career in disability support? Starting a career as a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) disability support worker can be an…
Disability Support Worker

What is an Individual Living Option (ILO) and how can it work for you?

An Individualised Living Option (ILO) gives you the freedom to choose the home you live in and will provide the supports needed set up your…
Disability support

Living in Brisbane: Supported Independent Living Specialist Disability Accommodation Vacancies

At Nextt, we are proud to have supported dozens of people in Australia find the appropriate living space suitable for their lifestyle and support needs…
Disability support

Finding the Right Disability Housing

The type of disability accommodation that you will benefit from will depend on your support needs, and the funding available to you. At Nextt, we…

Living in Melbourne: Supported Independent Living and Specialist Disability Accommodation Vacancies

At Nextt, we have helped over 150 people in Australia find the right living space suitable for their lifestyle and support needs, some of which…

How to manage your day-to-day routine with high physical supports?

High Intensity Physical Supports are provided to people who require additional assistance in day-to-day life in areas such a mobility, mealtimes, and continence management. With…

Supported Independent Living – What is a Roster of Care?

If one of your goals is to live more independently, Supported Independent Living (SIL) can provide you with the supports to either live independently in…
Disability Accommodation

What is the difference between Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)?

If you have an NDIS plan, you may have come across the terms SIL and SDA. SIL stands for Supported Independent Living, while SDA stands…
Disability Accommodation

Nextt – Signs of Mental Illness and Where to Find Support

Mental illness refers to a range of conditions that affects how one thinks, their emotional state, social interactions, and behaviours. It can be caused by…

NDIS Capacity Building Supports Explained

Are you unsure on how to use your NDIS plan funding to achieve your goals? At Nextt we are devoted to help you navigate your…

Guide to navigating disability supports and funding for people with mental health challenges.

Everyone has different levels of mental health challenges and may experience mental health difficulties from time to time. It is important to understand what supports…

What Supported Independent Living Services Can You Receive?

Some people living with a disability may need additional supports to live independently. This may be due to the fact that their current home no…

Who is eligible for Supported Independent Living (SIL)?

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a shared living arrangement of two to seven National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants, with 24/7 tailored in home disability…

What to Expect from Your Disability Support Worker

It can be hard to know exactly what to expect from your new disability support worker.  At Nextt, we pride ourselves on getting to know…

Becoming a Disability Support Worker

Working as a Disability Support Worker can be an extremely rewarding career option.  As a Disability Support Worker, you will be providing care and assistance…

What is Supported Independent Living (SIL) and How Does It Work?

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is the assistance, and/or supervision of daily tasks to help people live as independently as possibly, while building their skills. The…

Narelle wins the 2021 Victorian Disability Awards for Excellence in promoting health, housing and wellbeing

Ballarat’s own Narelle Fairweather was the winner of the ‘Excellence in promoting health, housing and wellbeing category’ in the 2021 Victorian Disability Awards.   The…
Supported Independent Living

5 key benefits of Supported Independent Living

Living independently is a goal for many people, however some people may require extra supports to meet their daily needs. In these circumstances, Supported Independent…
Key Features to Look Out for When Choosing a SIL Home

Key Features to Look Out for When Choosing a SIL Home

Has the time come to find a new home using Supported Independent Living (SIL) funding? If you or someone you care for is ready to…
Identifying High Intensity Needs and Supports

Identifying High Intensity Needs and Supports

High Intensity Physical Supports refer to the supports where specialised, highly skilled, and more experienced support workers may be required to deliver assistance to people…

Attendant Care Services

Attendant care services provide you with support following a motor accident, work-related injury, or illness. Understanding Attendant Care Services Attendant care services assist you with…

Geelong COVID-19 Lockdown

Geelong COVID-19 Lockdown. Nextt is committed to continuity of essential services support to all our clients and the safety and wellbeing of all support workers…

Hunter COVID-19 Lockdown

Hunter COVID-19 Lockdown. Nextt is committed to continuity of essential services support to all our clients and the safety and wellbeing of all support workers…

Queensland COVID-19 Update

Queensland COVID-19 Update. Nextt is committed to continuity of essential services support to all our clients and the safety and wellbeing of all support workers…

Looking after yourself through COVID lockdown

Looking after your physical and mental health through lockdown. At Nextt, we understand that COVID lockdown can sometimes make us worried and anxious. It is…

Keeping you safe in lockdown

Keeping you safe in lockdown. Nextt wants to help keep you and your support workers as safe as possible through the lockdown period.   Your…

South Australia COVID-19 Update

South Australia COVID-19 Update. Nextt is committed to continuity of essential services support to all our clients and the safety and wellbeing of all support…

How to Apply to the NDIS?

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an incredible initiative designed to aid Australians living with disability access support they need to improve their quality…

How to Choose a Disability Support Provider

How to choose a Disability Support Provider? Choosing the right disability support services is an important decision that should not be taken for granted. Knowing…

Victoria COVID-19 Update

Victoria COVID-19 Update. Nextt is committed to continuity of essential services support to all our clients and the safety and wellbeing of all employees. Due…

Queensland COVID-19 Lockdown

Queensland COVID-19 Lockdown. Nextt is committed to continuity of essential services support to all our clients and the safety and wellbeing of all support workers…

UPDATED COVID-19 restrictions as of 26th June 2021

UPDATED COVID-19 restrictions Nextt is committed to continuity of essential supports to all our clients and thesafety and wellbeing of all support workers. Restrictions in…

Sydney COVID-19 Lockdown

Sydney COVID-19 Lockdown. Nextt is committed to continuity of essential services support to all our clients and the safety and wellbeing of all support workers…

NDIS can support people with psychosocial disability

Psychosocial disability (PSD) is a term that refers to a disability that is caused by a mental health issue. Not everyone with a mental health…

Victoria Vaccination Priority Access

Vaccination Blitz The Victorian Government has announced a vaccination blitz to ensure that disability support workers are given priority access at vaccination hubs. The priority…

Victoria COVID-19 Update

Victoria COVID-19 Update. Nextt is committed to continuity of essential services support to all our clients and the safety and wellbeing of all employees. The…

Nextt Boost NDIS Services With Industry-First Tech Platform

Helping Australians with disabilities live full and independent lives has always been the goal of the NDIS, but there are always ways for providers to…

NDIS Core Supports Explained

Understanding the Core Supports available to you through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can be tricky. NDIS base their approach to funding on goals…
Supported Independent Living

Understanding Supported Independent Living

Deciding where to live is one of the most important choices in your life. With many supported independent living options funded by the National Disability…

Supported Independent Living Vaccination Roll Out

The Australian government has begun its roll out of the COVID-19 Vaccine. The past year has been a difficult one for many Australians. The team…

Here’s what the 15 NDIS support categories 2020 – 2021 can offer participants

When it comes to accessing NDIS funding, it’s important to know about the different NDIS support categories 2020 – 2021…

Victoria Covid lockdown to end at midnight

Congratulations Victoria for the end of the five-day lockdown! Victoria’s five-day lockdown ends at midnight on Wednesday, February 17.  Some restrictions will still remain, including…

A career as a support worker

A career as a disability support worker can be challenging. It’s also an extremely rewarding career path where you’ll make a real difference and add…

Victorian COVID-19 restrictions

Victorian Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions Nextt provides essential disability support services to our valued participants. Services will continue with the following additional restrictions in place: Documentation…

Tips to reach your NDIS goals

One of the most important things you need to do when preparing for your planning meeting is to think about your current and future goals…

Queensland Government announcements on Greater Brisbane COVID-19 restrictions

Queensland Government announcements on Greater Brisbane COVID-19 restrictions Nextt is committed to continuity of essential services support to all our clients. From 6pm Friday 8…

Lachlan’s Torch Run

Our wonderful client Lachlan was asked to be a part of the Torch Run through the city, as part of International Day of People with…

How we celebrated IDPwD across the country

Nextt came together to celebrate International Day of People with Disability across the nation. Nextt came together to celebrate International Day of People with Disability…

This year’s Nextt Christmas Cards

We’re very excited to show the artwork for this year’s Nextt Christmas card. The artwork on this card was designed by Laurie, one of our…

Official opening of Oak Tree, Mount Colah

Official opening of Oak Tree, Mount Colah Nextt was thrilled to be involved in the recent launch of Oak Tree – new specialist disability accommodation…

Nextt supports Scott to get more out of life

Nextt supports Scott to get more out of life Scott transitioned to Nextt from Sorento Care in January 2017, where he was supported in one…

Nextt joins Trustpilot

Nextt joins Trustpilot Nextt has recently joined Trustpilot, an online review platform that allows our clients to share their experiences. We are hoping to build…

How Nextt changed Sean’s life

Nextt has changed Sean’s life Sean recently contacted our Nextt team in Coffs Harbour. He thanked us for our quality of service and for supporting…
NDIS Core Supports

NDIS Core Supports: What you need to know

As a person with disability, or a parent or carer of a child with disability, it can be tricky to understand what support is available…

Five ways to benefit from disability support coordination

When it comes to disability support coordination, there are so many things to consider. From thinking about what goals you or your loved one want…

Eight ways the NDIS can help you and your loved ones

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides funding for people with disability to get the help that they need to lead happy, dignified lives. As…

Four things you probably didn’t know about disability housing

At Nextt, our aim is for all our client to live happy, independent lives. For many adults with disability, this means taking a step towards…

Five reasons why we believe in NDIS capacity building programs

The NDIS funding model is based on a capacity building framework and approach. What does that mean, and what is capacity building? NDIS capacity building…

How to apply for NDIS funding

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has been a major initiative designed to help Australians living with disability access the support they need to improve…

Local area coordination NDIS success stories that we love

As a specialist in local area coordination NDIS support, the team at Nextt pride themselves on helping empower people with disability. One of the things…

‘It is a real privilege being allowed into someone’s life.’ Hear support worker Paula’s story.

When Paula was studying tourism at university in Peru and later working in customer service for Aeroperú, she could hardly have imagined that in the…

Nextt’s client Jack talks Mental Health

Fear can be crippling! It can keep you awake at night second guessing every noise you hear and can certainly make you question everything. For 28…

Shane, Scott and Leigh get out in the local community

Shane, and Scott have been Nextt clients for a number of years, living together in one of our Supported Independent Living houses. Unfortunately, the funding…

Helping Australia’s Ethnic Comunities Remain Comfortable At Home

An article in a local Greek language publication, Neos Kosmos (http://neoskosmos.com/news/el/node/64755), has highlighted the amazing work that Nextt does for the most vulnerable people in…

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