Business Development Manager
Meet Katie
Sydney
Have a specific support need or situation you’d like to discuss? Katie can help you understand what Nextt can provide, whether we can meet your specific needs and how to get started. She’ll talk you through the available options, connect you with the right Nextt team and make sure you know what to expect at each stage.
About Katie
Experience That Understands Your Needs
Katie has worked in the disability sector since 2010, with experience across business development, community access, service development and disability employment. Her experience gives her a strong understanding of the support people need and how to work with participants, families and Support Coordinators to find practical solutions that are built around the individual.
We actually see the person. We support you and try to build a service around you and your needs. You’re not just a number to us.
— Katie
How Katie can help you:
Find out what Nextt can provide
Katie will look at the person’s needs and check whether Nextt can provide the right support. She can help with specific requirements, including support workers, locations and living options, and will come back to you with clear information about what is available.
Explain the process
Katie explains what information is needed, who will be involved and what happens at each stage of getting support started. She also sets expectations around timeframes and follows up when information or documentation is still needed.
Stay connected as support begins
Katie stays in contact after support starts, following up with the participant or Support Coordinator to check whether things are going as planned and whether there are any concerns that need to be addressed.
How Nextt can support you
Katie can help you explore the range of support available through Nextt in Sydney and work out what may be right for your circumstances.
Hub & Concierge
On-site shared support in SDA apartment complexes, with dedicated Nextt support
NDIS Core Supports
Everyday attendant care and community participation.
Complex Supports
Specialist support for high physical and behavioural needs.
In-Home Supports
Personalised support delivered in the home, based on individual needs.
Hospital to Home Transitions
Smooth, well-coordinated support moving from hospital back home.
Supported Independent Living
Homes across Sydney matched to individual needs.
WHO IS NEXTT
A national disability provider with expertise you can rely on
As an NDIS registered provider with more than 20 years of experience supporting Australians with disability and a team of 1,300+ professionals across Australia, Nextt brings the experience and expertise to support people with a wide range of needs.
When you talk to Katie, you have access to the broader Nextt team and expertise behind her, with experience across complex supports, in-home support, Hub and Concierge services, transitions and local service delivery.
Dedicated clinical team
Clinical expertise supporting quality, safety and complex support needs.
Consistent, reliable service
From first contact to ongoing reviews.
Person-centred support
Support built around each person's needs, goals and circumstances.
Regions of Service
Explore housing options
Looking for home and support options? Search current SIL vacancies below, or talk to Katie if you can't find what you're looking for. She can help you explore what options may be available based on your needs and circumstances.
Book a meeting with Katie
Choose a time that works for you. Katie will come prepared to discuss your support needs, what Nextt can provide and the options available to you. If you need to speak with Katie urgently, please call her directly.
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Have a specific support need or situation you'd like to discuss? Katie can help you understand what Nextt can provide, whether we can meet your needs and what to do next.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about SIL services, disability accommodation, or NDIS support? We’ve compiled answers to help you find the right information.
What services does Nextt provide?
We offer a wide range of disability and mental health support services, including NDIS core supports, Supported Independent Living services, and attendant care under state government road accident insurance schemes.
For what types of disability does Nextt offer support services?
Nextt supports people with a wide variety of needs, including physical supports, mental health supports, and cognitive and neurological supports. Our team specialises in providing complex supports for individuals with complex behaviours, communication needs and high physical support requirements.
Can Nextt help me find Disability Accommodation?
Yes. Whether you require Supported Independent Living in standard housing or Specialist Disability Accommodation, our team works closely with you to identify the best living arrangements. We regularly add housing options and can source based on your requirements — get in touch or visit our SIL and SDA Vacancies page for more details.
What is the difference between SIL and SDA?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) refers to the support services — providing ongoing assistance with daily tasks to help individuals live more independently, in shared or individual living spaces. Most people with SIL funding live in standard community housing. Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) refers to purpose-built housing designed for individuals with high support needs who cannot access standard housing. Features can include ceiling hoists, assistive technology, strong walls, emergency power, and adjustable kitchen counters.
Am I eligible for Supported Independent Living?
Eligibility for SIL depends on your NDIS plan and individual support needs. If you require significant daily assistance and aim to build your independence, SIL funding may be included in your plan. You’ll start with your housing goal, then complete a NDIS Home and Living application with as much supporting evidence as possible.
What is NDIS hospital discharge planning?
NDIS hospital discharge planning is the process of coordinating all the supports, accommodation and services a participant needs to leave hospital safely. For participants with complex needs, this includes confirming NDIS funding, securing suitable housing, recruiting and training support workers, arranging equipment, and ensuring all parties are working together toward the same plan.
When should discharge planning start for an NDIS participant?
Ideally at the time of admission, or as soon as it becomes clear that the participant’s support needs may change as a result of their hospital stay. Starting early is critical — organising funding approvals, housing, staffing and equipment can take weeks or months, particularly for participants with complex needs.
What should be in place before an NDIS participant is discharged from hospital?
Confirmed accommodation, approved and funded NDIS supports, trained support workers, essential equipment, medications, and a clear communication plan between the allied health team, disability support provider, support coordinator and family. Supports need to be ready in practice, not just approved on paper.
How can Nextt help with complex NDIS hospital discharge?
Nextt supports participants with complex needs through the full hospital to home transition. We engage early with hospital teams and support coordinators, coordinate accommodation, workforce readiness and supports in parallel, and provide clinical oversight from day one. Whether a participant needs MTA as a bridge or is moving into long-term SIL, we are here to help.
How can I choose the right housing option?
Our team helps assess your preferences and needs, matching you with suitable accommodations and support plans. Nextt regularly adds properties and can help you find options tailored to your needs. Contact us to explore more.