Respite Care 101: Everything You Need To Know
In the hustle and bustle of caregiving, finding moments to breathe and recharge can feel like an impossible task. That's where respite care comes in — a beacon of support for caregivers in need of a break. Join us as we explore the significance of respite care, the diverse options available, and practical tips for accessing these essential services. Discover how respite care can offer much-needed relief, ensuring caregivers can continue their vital role with renewed energy and resilience.
The Challenges of Caregiver Guilt
Explore the hidden challenges of over 2.65 million unpaid carers in Australia with Sistability. Delve into the impact of caregiver guilt, discover valuable coping strategies, and find hope and support. Uncover the strength of these unsung heroes on their caregiving journey.
Facing Sector Challenges Head-On: Sistability's Commitment to NDIS Service Amidst Industry Strain
In its recently published "State of the Disability Sector Report 2023," NDS revealed a sector under immense strain. The findings highlight significant challenges faced by disability service providers, painting a concerning picture of financial struggles and service limitations. However, Sistability, as a registered NDIS provider, remains dedicated to ensuring the continued provision of services to its NDIS clients.
How NDIS Funding Can Help with Domestic Cleaning and Gardening
One of the many ways NDIS funding can be utilised is to assist with domestic cleaning and gardening services. Discover what NDIS is, if you’re eligible and how to apply!
The Difference between NDIS Self-managed, Plan-managed and NDIA managed
Managing your NDIS fund plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of your package. That's why it's important to carefully consider who will take on this responsibility. To make the right choice, it's essential to understand the differences between self-managed funding, plan-managed funding, and NDIA-managed funding.
20 Unique Activities to Do With Your Support Worker
If you have a support worker, you know how important their role is in helping you live your life to the fullest. However, sometimes it can be challenging to come up with new and exciting activities to do together. We've compiled a list of 20 unique activities that you can do together, whether you prefer to be outdoors, in the comfort of your own home, or even in a virtual setting. So grab a pen and paper, and get ready to start planning some fun experiences!
NDIS Core Supports Explained
Sistability provides domestic cleaning and in-home laundry services as a registered NDIS provider. These supports fall under ‘Assistance with Daily Life’ in your Core Supports budget.
For more information on what you can use your Core Supports for, read on.
Australia’s vulnerable hit hard with nationwide staff shortages
The severe nationwide shortage of staff has also impacted Sistability who primarily provide services to NDIS participants and Aged Care clients across Sydney and the Northern Rivers NSW. Due to the pandemic and the numerous lockdowns that have taken place, we’ve been unable to bring new clients on board as many of our own staff had to cease work and stay home to look after their own families.
What is considered ‘reasonable’ and ‘necessary’ when it comes to NDIS funding?
The NDIS will only fund supports that it considers reasonable and necessary. So, is cleaning considered ‘reasonable and necessary’? Read on to find out more
We love support workers, but they aren’t cleaners!
You can have your cake and eat it too! It’s not about choosing one service provider over the other. By hiring a specialist cleaning team to look after your HOME, AND a support worker to focus on YOU you get the best of both worlds.
We don’t claim to be experts in the kitchen, we can’t look after your kids, take you to appointments or run errands for you, but what we can do is CLEAN!
Sistability’s team of specialist cleaners can clean your home from the ceiling to floors. They’ll get in between the cracks and under the furniture – ensuring your home is spic-and-span, every time.