Supported Independent Living (SIL) & Drop-in Support Vacancies Perth – Supported Accommodation
If you’re searching for SIL or Drop-in Support vacancies in Perth, finding the right home is a vital step towards greater independence, safety and community participation. Affinity Care WA provides quality SIL and Drop-in Support accommodation in Perth, supporting NDIS...
Finding the Right Support Worker
Finding the right support worker is about more than availability. The right person can positively impact independence, confidence and overall quality of life. Taking the time to make an informed choice helps ensure your support truly meets your needs. At...
Mandatory registration for supported independent living (SIL) and platform providers will proceed from 1 July 2026
The Albanese Government has announced today that mandatory registration for disability service providers in Supported Independent Living (SIL), as well as platform providers, will begin from 1 July 2026. This means that every provider delivering these NDIS-funded supports must register...
Why Affinity Care WA Is the Best Choice for Disability Support Services
When you're searching for disability support services in Perth, the stakes are high. You're not just looking for any provider-you need a partner who understands your unique needs, respects your independence, and genuinely commits to helping you achieve your goals....
How to Apply for NDIS Support: Eligibility and Process Explained
Navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re new to the process or supporting a loved one. Understanding how to apply for NDIS support is crucial for accessing the funding and services that empower people...
Short term accommodation is now called short term respite
We’ve updated how we describe short term accommodation. It’s now called short term respite. This new name better reflects the purpose of the support. Which is, to give participants time apart from their usual care arrangements, while their primary informal...
Updated NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2025-26
The NDIA has updated the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2025-26 and supporting documents. The Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits assist participants and disability support providers in understanding how price controls for supports and services work in the NDIS....
Recommendations and actions
Develop a unified system of support for people with disability Recommendation 1: Invest in foundational supports to bring fairness, balance and sustainability to the ecosystem supporting people with disability Action 1.1: National Cabinet should agree to jointly design, fund and...
Scam alert – fake Department of Health and Human Services
Don’t respond to messages or calls about grant funding you didn’t apply for. We have received reports from members of the public that scammers may be posing as an agent from a fake government department called the Department of Health...
About the I-CAN
The I-CAN stands for The Instrument for the Classification and Assessment of Support Needs. It is a holistic support needs assessment tool designed for people with a disability aged 16 years and above. The tool can only be used by...
