Hope & Care Community Services

21/02/2026

🔍 Do you know when an NDIS Worker Screening Check is required?

If you work in the disability sector or are thinking about it understanding the NDIS Worker Screening Check is essential. From who needs a clearance to how renewals work, the rules can feel confusing without clear guidance.

Our latest blog breaks it down in simple terms:
✅ What an NDIS Worker Screening Check actually is
✅ Who needs one and when
✅How long a clearance lasts and when to renew

Whether you are a support worker, provider, volunteer or self-managed participant, this article helps you stay informed and prepared.

👉 Read the full article on our website: https://www.hccs.net.au/blog/2026/02/ndis-worker-screening-check-all-you-need-to-know/
[ndis workers, support workers australia, worker compliance, worker screening, disability sector, ndis community]

The NDIS Worker Screening Check helps protect people with disability by ensuring workers in risk-assessed roles meet safety standards.

17/02/2026

Today is a reminder that thinking differently is not a deficit it is a strength.

People with Asperger’s bring depth, focus, honesty and unique perspectives to the world. Let us move beyond labels and learn to listen, understand and embrace neurodiversity with open hearts and open minds.

At HCCS, we believe that every person deserves to be seen, heard and supported for who they are not who society expects them to be.

Let’s keep building a world where differences are not just accepted, but deeply valued.

♥ HCCS is registered NDIS provider available in Brisbane - We're just a call away!
🌐 https://hccs.net.au/
📞 07 3892 1990
[international Asperger day, neurodiversity, autism acceptance, inclusion matters, different not less, respectful support]

14/02/2026

🧠 How does psychology support mental health under the NDIS?

Living with disability can impact emotional wellbeing in many ways from managing stress and anxiety to navigating daily challenges and life changes. Psychology support for NDIS participants plays an important role in building understanding, resilience and practical coping skills.

Our latest blog breaks down:
• The role of psychology in NDIS mental health support
• Common evidence-based therapies used with NDIS participants
• How psychological support fits into holistic disability care

Whether you are an NDIS participant, family member or support worker, this article offers clear, easy-to-understand insights to support informed conversations around mental well-being.

📖 Explore the article here: https://www.hccs.net.au/blog/2026/02/psychology-support-for-ndis-participants-understanding-the-role-of-psychology/
[Psychology support, mentalhealth ndis, psychosocial disability, mental wellbeing, ndis participants, disability support]

Psychology support for NDIS participants helps improve mental health, build coping skills and support emotional wellbeing through care.

12/02/2026

Support Coordination is about understanding your options, building confidence and staying in control of your supports. When it is done right, it empowers independence not dependence.

At Hope & Care Community Services (HCCS), we support you to make informed choices that align with your goals, at your pace.

Because independence starts with clarity 🤝

♥ HCCS is registered NDIS provider available in Brisbane - We're just a call away!
🌐 https://hccs.net.au/
📞 07 3892 1990
[support coordination, ndis navigation, ndis participants, disability services, ndis brisbane, capacity building]

07/02/2026

Big changes are coming to SIL under the NDIS

By July 2026, all SIL providers will be required to register with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. This change will directly impact NDIS participants, families, support workers and providers across Australia.

We have broken it all down in our latest blog:
• Why SIL registration is becoming mandatory
• What this means for participant safety and choice
• What to expect as the reforms roll out

Understanding the Change in SIL NDIS now can help you feel more confident and prepared for what’s ahead.

👉 Read the full article on our website: https://www.hccs.net.au/blog/2026/02/change-in-ndis-sil-what-the-new-reforms-means/
[Change in sil, supported independent living, ndis reforms, sil housing, disability support, ndis participants]

Change in SIL reforms will require all SIL providers to register by July 2026, improving safety, quality and accountability.

03/02/2026

At Hope & Care Community Services (HCCS), we believe support should feel personal, respectful and empowering.

From daily living and community access to accommodation, plan management, PBS and support coordination and our NDIS services are shaped around the people we support.

Connect with our team to learn more.
♥ HCCS is registered NDIS provider available in Brisbane - We're just a call away!
🌐 https://hccs.net.au/
📞 07 3892 1990
[ndis australia, disability inclusion, ndis provider, ndis services, queensland ndis, disability support]

02/02/2026

Struggling with daily tasks? Occupational therapists at Hope & Care Community Services help you gain the skills and confidence to live more independently.

Here’s how we can support you:
🧠 Functional Assessments
🛋 Daily Living Skills
🎯 Goal-Oriented Therapy

Let’s make your daily routines easier, more comfortable and more independent step by step!

✨ Discover what’s possible with the right therapy team by your side!
♥ HCCS is registered NDIS provider available in Brisbane - We're just a call away!
🌐 https://hccs.net.au/
📞 07 3892 1990
[occupational therapy, ndis provider, disability support, daily living skills, allied healthcare, independent living]

02/02/2026

📱 New Update Coming to the My NDIS Mobile App!

Great news for participants and supporters across Australia! The NDIS mobile app is getting a planned update that will make it easier and smoother to manage your NDIS plan.

🔍 What’s changing?
✨ Improved security features
✨ Performance upgrades
✨ Better user experience
✨ Smoother navigation

The update will roll out from Monday 5 February 2024, so make sure you’ve got automatic updates turned ON in your device settings.

💡 If you're a participant or plan nominee who uses the app, this upgrade is all about making things easier and more secure when managing your plan on the go.

Read the full update from the NDIS website here 👇
🔗 https://ndis.gov.au/news/11074-update-planned-my-ndis-mobile-app

The NDIS is updating the NDIS mobile app to improve accessibility, simplify navigation and make it easier for participants to manage their plans.

31/01/2026

🐕‍🦺Pets bring comfort. Animals create connection.

But how do they fit into the NDIS?

Animals can bring comfort, routine and emotional connection into everyday life. However, when it comes to the NDIS, not all animals are treated the same.

We have published a helpful article that explains:
🐕‍🦺How the NDIS views pets and assistance animals
🐶What animal-related supports may be funded
🐕‍🦺How assistance animals can support independence and daily life

This guide walks you through what to expect, helping you understand your options without the confusion.

👉 Read the full article on our website : https://www.hccs.net.au/blog/2026/01/pets-and-the-ndis-how-animals-can-be-part-of-your-ndis-funded-lifestyle/
[ndis, assistance animals, disability support, independent living, ndis funding, NDIS Pets]

Pets and the NDIS explained. Learn the difference between pets & assistance animals, what the NDIS may fund & how it can support goals.

29/01/2026

At Hope & Care Community Services, we believe independence grows best when it is supported with care, consistency and trust.

Our Supported Independent Living (SIL) services are designed to help NDIS participants live confidently in a safe, comfortable home while receiving the right level of daily support.

🤝 Daily Living & Personal Support
🤹‍♀️ Skill Building for Independent Living
🌍 Community Participation & Social Support
✨ Because real independence grows with the right support.

♥ HCCS is a registered NDIS provider available in Brisbane
🌐 https://hccs.net.au/
📞 07 3892 1990
[supported independent living, ndis provider, disability support, independent living, supported living, community support]

25/01/2026

Australia Day is a time to come together as a community to reflect on our shared history, respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and celebrate the diversity that makes Australia unique.

Today is about connection, inclusion and acknowledging the many cultures, stories and contributions that shape our nation.

It is also a moment to listen, learn and move forward together with understanding and compassion.

Wishing everyone a safe, thoughtful and meaningful Australia Day.
[australia day, reflect respect celebrate, inclusion, community, diversity, togetherness]

24/01/2026

Many families struggle to understand which supports come from the NDIS and which are the school’s responsibility. As the school year approaches, getting clear on this can make a big difference for students with disability.

We have published a helpful article that explains:
💠 What NDIS support in schools may include
💠 What supports schools are responsible for providing
💠 How personal care in schools works
💠 What the NDIS does not fund

If you are a parent, carer or support worker, this guide breaks it all down in a simple, easy-to-understand way.

👉 Read the full article on our website here : https://www.hccs.net.au/blog/2026/01/ndis-support-in-schools-what-ndis-funds-and-what-schools-provide/
[ndis support, school support, ndis funding, disability education, ndis participants, education access]

Learn what NDIS support in schools and how families can navigate school-based disability supports in Australia.