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!
A step-by-step guide to Home Care Packages for Senior Australians
As we age, it’s important to have a clear understanding of the aged care system and how to access support when we need it. If you or a loved one is considering a Home Care Package, you may be wondering where to start. This process can be daunting, but we’ve created a step-by-step guide to help make it a little easier for you.
Solutions for storing toys in small spaces
Are you struggling to find storage solutions for your kids' toys in a small space? Check out our tips on how to keep your house clean and organised while making the most of your limited space. Our creative solutions will help you keep your home clutter-free and your kids' toys within reach.
5 Benefits of a well- maintained garden
There are many benefits of a well-maintained yard. From improving air quality to increasing safety and mental health, the advantages are numerous. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at why it's important to maintain your garden and how it can uplift your outdoor living experience.
Increase air quality and bring some style to your home with indoor plants
Did you know you can aid the removal of pollutants and increase the air quality in your home with indoor plants?
These low-maintenance beauties can also be used to control humidity, increase focus, improve sleep and lower stress levels and anxiety, plus they look fantastic too!
45 things to throw away (or donate) for instant decluttering
When my space is cluttered, my thoughts become cluttered. Do you feel like that too? If so, you may be ready to start decluttering your home. I know I am!
If you find yourself surrounded by clutter and are ready to start making some changes, ask yourself these questions when making the decision to keep it or get rid of something…
Benefits of mould remediation (and why mould is so harmful in the home)
Mould growth is usually visible and often produces a musty odour. It can damage household items, and it can also have an impact on health.
Mould can pose serious health problems, especially for people with an allergy, an existing respiratory problem, or a weakened immune system.
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.
15 common house cleaning mistakes you’ll want to avoid
From double-handling the dusting to washing windows on sunny days, we’ve listed some of the most common cleaning mistakes made around the house - 15 to be exact! After you’ve read this list, you’ll probably want to slap yourself (please don’t) but at least now you won’t make the same mistakes again!
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.
Chore charts for the little ones in your house
If the little ones around the house aren’t doing ANY chores then now’s the time to start them. Kids as young as 3 or 4 can be doing these chores! Download your FREE chores checklist here.
What happens if you don’t use your allocated NDIS funds?
Once your current NDIS plan ends, your funds stop. And any unspent funding will NOT roll over into your new plan.
After each plan review, you will receive a new plan outlining supports and funds for the next period of time. While you have the choice and control to spend your funds strategically throughout the year, you cannot roll over unspent money.
What does this mean for you? Simply put, use it or lose it!
Sistability field staff vaccinated against COVID-19
As a registered provider, Sistability Pty Ltd will only send out staff members who have received at least one dose of the COVID vaccine to-date; and at least two doses on and after 29 November 2021 to service our disability (NDIS) clients.
Sistability staff who are providing supports to NDIS clients in their homes have provided proof of vaccination which is being held on file by Sistability.
Aromatherapy for stress, anxiety and wellbeing
Studies have shown that specific essential oils used in aromatherapy can help relieve stress, relax the body, and promote better sleep. Essential oils, like lavender, have even been shown to interact the same way biochemically that many anti-anxiety medications do on neuroreceptors. That’s pretty damn amazing if you ask me.
What’s so good about Spring Cleaning anyway?
Did you know that a freshly cleaned home can strengthen your immune system and help you avoid illnesses? Yep, it’s true. A decluttered and deep cleaned house can also reduce stress and depression as well as help avoid injuries. Find out more and learn about Sistability’s new Spring Cleaning packages to get your home in spic-and-span shape.
Seasonal Planting Guide: Spring herbs, fruit & veggies
I can’t actually believe how fast this year has flown by. I know I probably say that every year but...Spring? Already!? It can’t be.
Spring is the perfect time of year to get your edible garden going so we thought you might like to learn more about what herbs, fruits and vegetables you should be planting at this time of year based on your location.
Sistability wins multiple awards in Ballina Shire business awards
Sistability announced today that it was named the winner of ‘Excellence in Small Business’ with CEO and Co-Founder Jade Taylor, announced as the winner of the ‘Outstanding Business Leader’ in the Ballina Shire Business Awards – highlighting the tenacity and determination to succeed in the most challenging of times.
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