HEALTH AND WELLBEING NEWS | TALKING DISABILITY
![<p>The Department of Social Services recently released a discussion paper on the current National Carer Strategy and wants Australians’ input. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/wheelchairpark1908.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Eligible carers can receive a gift card for providing feedback on the National Carer Strategy
More than 2.5 million Australians are unpaid carers, according to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of... Read more
![<p>With costs of living rising, people with disability under financial strain are advised to seek help if needed. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/wheelchairhome1408.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Extra costs for Aussies with disability could cause mortgage payment problems
Approximately 64 percent of Australians with disability currently own their own homes, with 41 percent living with a... Read more
![<p>With two new initiatives, the Australian Government is aiming to better support people with disability and employ more people who are neurodivergent. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/happyworkers1308.jpg?fm=pjpg)
NDIS Minister Shorten praises new government initiatives
The Australian Government has allocated $375,000 dollars to increase training for young disability support workers, and... Read more
![<p>The Australian Government is seeking public opinion regarding the review of the current disability strategy. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/wheelchairsun1208.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Fewer than 30 days left to provide feedback on Australia’s Disability Strategy
The Department of Social Services encourages all Australians to provide feedback on the current disability strategy Read more
![<p>When facing challenges associated with the NDIS, being able to talk to others about your experiences can help you feel less alone. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/facebookwheelchair0608.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Exclusive online forum for NDIS participants is now active
A new and exclusive online forum created for NDIS participants is creating a community of peer support for members Read more
![<p>Organisations such as Orange Sky provide free services to Australians experiencing homelessness. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/personstreet3107.jpg?fm=pjpg)
The average cost of shelter is now out of reach for one in three Aussies with disability
The average weekly housing cost is almost $500 dollars, while 32 percent of Aussies with disability earn less than $383... Read more
![<p>The government recently released a response to the Disability Royal Commission’s final report. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/parliamenthouse3107.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Australian Government agrees to 13 out of 172 Disability Royal Commission recommendations
How will the government’s response affect people with disability? Read more
![<p>Autism Queensland delivers workshops and education to employers looking to make their workplaces more inclusive for people with autism spectrum disorder. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/workmen3007.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Queensland set to grow disability employment opportunities
Creating more inclusive workplaces is one aim of the Neurodiversity Works program funded by the Queensland Government. Read more
![<p>Creating accessible housing is important to ensure that people with disability can live in houses that suit their needs. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/wheelchairstairs2907.jpg?fm=pjpg)
NSW political leaders could improve housing accessibility for Aussies with disability in upcoming meeting
The NSW Government has still not approved the mandatory design standards for new homes, making it difficult for Aussies... Read more
![<p>NDIS Minister Bill Shorten recently announced a new advisory group to improve the NDIS experience for children and their families. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/boysrun2407.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Child health expert praises establishment of new NDIS advisory group
The newly established NDIS advisory group has members from organisations such as Early Childhood Australia and the... Read more