The Mission Australia Local Area Coordination Service is available to answer your questions, provide practical support and work with you to understand how to prepare for your planning conversation with your Local Area Coordinator (LAC). This workshop is designed to empower participants, family members and carers to make informed choices by building their understanding of the role of a Local Area Coordinator during the pathway planning phase, the structure and purpose of a planning appointment, how to prepare for your planning appointment and types of supporting evidence to assist the planning process. If you are interested in attending this sessions, call Mission Australia Noarlunga on 8187 0730 to register.

What is the NDIS, and how do I access it? The National Disability Insurance Scheme is a new way to support Australians with disability, and make sure everyone has the support they need to enjoy an ordinary life. Carers Queensland is your NDIS Partner in the Community. We can help you understand the NDIS and how to access the scheme, and guide you through the planning process. We can also help you find support already available in your local community if you’re not eligible for the NDIS.

An opportunity for NDIS participants or community members to gain individual information about the NDIS No appointment is necessary, just drop in and see your friendly Baptcare representative for information on: Accessing the NDIS Understanding your NDIS plan Applying for a MyGov registration Using the NDIS participant Portal Registered NDIS service providers Mainstream and Community providers

Are you currently providing or looking to provide services to NDIS participants? The Provider Engagement Team will be holding information sessions for new providers. This information is designed for individuals or organisations thinking of registering with the NDIS or are newly registered with the NDIS. The session will cover the following: Overview of the NDIS Business opportunities under the NDIS How to register as an NDIS Provider NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Working with NDIS participants Question and Answer Session

The Plan Implementation Workshop is a practical workshop to support participants, carers and their families to prepare for implementing their approved NDIS plan.

Do you have a question about the NDIS? The National Disability Insurance Scheme is a new way to support Australians with disability, and make sure everyone has the support they need to enjoy an ordinary life. Carers Queensland is your NDIS Partner in the Community. Our Local Area Coordinators (LACs) are out and about providing information, answering questions and supporting people to access the NDIS.