Empowrd Insights

Welcome to our blog, your go-to source for the latest updates and news, including NDIS developments and events for those living and working with disabilities, as well as those supporting NDIS participants and Carers. Stay informed and stay Empowrd!

Two men in a living room, one in a wheelchair, talking. Man in wheelchair wears yellow jacket, gray hat. Man on couch wears pink hoodie, cap.
By Empowrd February 3, 2026
From July 2026, all SIL providers must be registered with the NDIS Commission. Learn what’s changing, why it matters, and what participants should expect.
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By Empowrd February 3, 2026
Feeling overwhelmed as a carer? Emergency respite through Carer Gateway provides temporary care so you can rest and recover. Read more.
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By Empowrd February 3, 2026
Emergencies can happen with little warning, and for people with disability the impact can be severe. Learn how to plan ahead and protect your supports.
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By Empowrd February 3, 2026
Learn how disability parking permits work in Australia, who is eligible, and how to apply. Includes the Australian Disability Parking Scheme (ADPS) and NDIS guidance.
Woman with Down syndrome washing a dish in a bright kitchen.
By Empowrd January 13, 2026
NDIS Capacity Building funding supports independence and skill development. Understand the 8 Capacity Building support categories and how they align with your NDIS plan goals.
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By Empowrd January 9, 2026
A step-by-step guide to NDIS Participant Support Plans. Learn what to include, why they matter, and how to use them to improve your support and planning.
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By Empowrd December 15, 2025
Learn how the NDIS can support diabetes management if your disability makes self-care harder. Understand what’s funded and how to apply.
A man assisting a person in a wheelchair lifting dumbbells in a gym.
By Empowrd December 15, 2025
Find out if the NDIS funds gym memberships, support workers at the gym, or home exercise equipment and what to include in your planning meeting.
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By Empowrd December 15, 2025
Understand what "Assistance with Daily Life" means in your NDIS plan. Learn what support workers can help with, how to use Core Supports, and how to explain your daily living needs.
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