Discover stories, tips, and expert advice to help you navigate the NDIS, build independence, and feel supported every step of the way.
Navigating the NDIS can feel confusing, exhausting, and emotionally heavy, especially when you’re trying to balance everyday life, health needs, and support decisions at the same time. Many people living with disability, along with their families and carers, describe the system as confusing at first. NDIS support coordination exists to reduce that pressure. At its core, support coordination helps people […]
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Navigating mental health support can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already managing daily responsibilities, emotional challenges, or caring for someone you love. Many people across Australia find themselves unsure where to start, what support they are eligible for, or how psychology services actually work. Psychology services in Australia cover a wide range of supports, from […]
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When behaviours of concern begin to affect daily life, it can feel heavy for everyone involved. Many families and people living with disabilities describe feeling unsure where to turn, worried about doing the “wrong” thing, or exhausted from trying strategies that don’t seem to work. Positive behaviour therapy offers a compassionate, evidence-informed approach that […]
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Living with behaviours of concern can feel exhausting, confusing, and emotionally heavy, whether you’re a parent, carer, support worker, or a person living with disability yourself. Many families describe feeling stuck between wanting safety and calm, while also wanting dignity, understanding, and respect for the person at the centre of it all. This is where […]
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List B includes conditions that are likely to result in a permanent impairment, meaning the NDIS recognises these diagnoses often cause long-term challenges with daily functioning. However, List B conditions do not automatically qualify for NDIS access. To be eligible, the NDIA must see clear evidence that the impairment is permanent and substantially affects everyday life, such as communication, learning, self-care, or social participation. […]
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If you live with ADHD in Australia, you already know about the “ADHD tax”. The costs add up quickly, from private psychiatry gap fees and therapy appointments to school supports and ongoing ADHD medication, all while juggling work, parenting, or study. Recent medication shortages have made things even more stressful for many Australians with ADHD. […]
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Understanding the NDIS can feel like learning a new language, especially when you encounter terms like NDIS Improved Daily Living, CB Daily Activity supports, or NDIS capacity building. Many people hear “Improved Daily Living” and assume it simply means getting day-to-day support. In reality, its purpose is completely different. NDIS Improved Daily Living sits within Capacity Building […]
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Navigating NDIS housing options can feel confusing, especially when you keep hearing the term “SIL House” without a clear explanation of what it actually means. Many NDIS participants, families, and Support Coordinators share the same question: “Is a SIL house a type of home, or is it a type of support?” The confusion makes perfect sense. “SIL House” is widely […]
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Navigating the NDIS can be confusing, especially when it comes to Core Supports and what Assistance with Daily Life actually covers. Many people living with disability tell us this part of their plan feels familiar, but the rules, flexibility, and real-life examples often aren’t explained clearly. NDIS Assistance with Daily Life is the Core Supports category that […]
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Leaving the hospital is one of those moments that can hold many emotions at once: Relief, hope, uncertainty, and often a sense of vulnerability. For people living with disability, the transition home or into a new accommodation setting can feel especially complex. Daily routines may need to be adjusted, mobility might have changed, new equipment […]
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Navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can feel like learning a new language, especially when you’re trying to understand how your funding works, what you can spend it on, and how to make sure your plan actually supports the life you want. You’re not alone if it feels confusing. Many people living with disability, […]
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Seeking an ADHD diagnosis, whether for yourself, your child, or someone you support, can bring a mix of clarity, hope, worry, and even overwhelm. Many people reach this point after months or years of noticing signs, feeling misunderstood, or realizing that everyday tasks take longer than they should. The good news is that the ADHD […]
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Tailored interventions designed to enhance the quality of life for participants by reducing challenging behaviours through person-centred strategies.
Supported Independent Living (SIL) provides 24/7 personalised support, helping NDIS participants develop independence, daily living skills, and safe, shared housing options.
Benefit from our psychological services, grounded in empathy and understanding.
What is Independent Living? Independent living means living on your own. Independent living can be achieved with or without a disability. Independent living may include assisted living, supported independent living, and other types of support services available to those who need them. This blog post will discuss different ways to live independently through NDIS Australia! […]
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Psychologist | Managing Director – Affective Care & Affective Health Services
Rita Dagher is a highly respected psychologist and the Managing Director of Affective Care and Affective Health Services. With a strong clinical background and a humanistic leadership style, Rita is committed to fostering person-centred, compassionate care. She leads with integrity and innovation, ensuring tailored, high-quality support across psychological therapy, allied health, and in-home care services. Her work bridges therapeutic expertise and strategic vision, making a lasting difference in the lives of clients and communities.
