The Australian disability sector has seen significant advancements with the emergence of innovative platforms designed to enhance the lives of individuals living with disabilities. These platforms offer a range of services; from connecting users with support workers, finding suitable housing, to providing employment opportunities and navigating indoor and outdoor spaces. These are the top 10...Read More

How Housing hubs make it easier to use your ILO package Individualised Living Options (ILO) represent a progressive approach within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), offering participants the flexibility to live in a way that best suits their individual needs and preferences. Central to making ILO successful are housing hubs, which provide the necessary...Read More

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a type of NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) support designed to help people with disabilities live as independently as possible. It includes assistance with daily tasks, personal care, and other activities that enable participants to live in shared or individual accommodations. This service aims to enhance the quality of life,...Read More

Does the NDIS pay your rent? The short answer is NO, but there are systems and providers associated with the NDIS/Care Economy that may be able to help with rental costs for people living with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is designed to support individuals with disabilities, helping them lead more independent...Read More

How to Apply for the NDIS Applying for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Follow these simple steps to get started on your journey to receiving the support you need. Step 1: Check Your Eligibility First, you need to check if you are eligible for the...Read More

NDIS Stands for: The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an essential program in Australia. It supports people with disabilities and provides necessary services to help them live independently. Additionally, it ensures their full participation in their communities. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) administers the NDIS, ensuring effective delivery and management of support services...Read More

How “Saving Money” Could Result in Further NDIA Planner Failure  Just after the budget release, Minister Bill Shorten announced a $14 billion saving by eliminating “Automatic NDIS Top-Up’s”. “I have never had an automatic plan top-up,” you might say. Many might agree that if you spend all of your funding, you shouldn’t automatically be topped...Read More

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) aims to provide choice and control to people with disabilities, but recent findings in the “Working Together to Deliver the NDIS – NDIS Review” report highlight several areas needing improvement, especially regarding housing and living supports. This blog post explores these findings and demonstrates how Marco Polo is addressing...Read More

Ever felt like you’re playing a game where everyone else makes the rules? We get it. The current NDIS housing system is like being stuck in a never-ending episode of a reality show where the producers (a.k.a. providers) call all the shots, and the contestants (that’s you!) just have to deal with it. But fear...Read More