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Ocean Grove NDIS participant Lucy Carpenter is getting much more out of life with Dottie, her new Guide Dog, then ever before. The 19-year-old, who has low vision, said she feels less isolated, safer leaving home independently, and more enthusiastic and energetic about life. Dottie has helped Lucy feel more comfortable on public transport and more confident attending her university lectures in Melbourne. Lucy said Dottie has also broken-down social barriers. When she is out in public with her black fluffy companion by her side, she is now enjoying greater inclusion. “Prior to Dottie, I found it hard to meet...
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IRG Meeting: Thursday 10 December, 2020 Membership Update The IRG welcomed members and accepted apologies. NDIA Update Gerrie Mitra (NDIA) outlined COVID-19 initiatives introduced to support providers and participants. This included advance payments, direct claiming for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), a state based worker mobility initiative, participant check-ins, allowing claiming for cleaning services and additional self-isolation in case of COVID-19 diagnosis, as well as increases to plan flexibility. Lisa Studdert (NDIA) sought feedback on the recently published consultation papers about Independent Assessments, plan budget development, plan flexibility, and Early Childhood Early Intervention pathways. Gerrie Mitra gave an overview of the...
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Laura Scurr’s mission to empower women living with a disability to gain meaningful employment after securing her own makes for a remarkable resume. Determined and driven, Laura, who was born with cerebral palsy, has overcome life and employment obstacles on the way to achieving her goals. From business ownership and hospitality to mentoring, Laura, 34, has done it all. Now also a disability advocate, Laura said it was becoming a NDIS participant in 2017, which placed her on a path to success. “Before the Scheme came along, I had nothing,” she said. “I’d received no support during childhood or my...