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13/11/2025

12 Super powers of Autism

11/11/2025

The Sunflower Conversations is a podcast series by Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Australia & New Zealand about hidden disability.

In a new episode, Nicole shares her experience with being diagnosed with autism in her 30s. She also talks about common misunderstandings around neurodivergence and why inclusion at work matters.

You can listen to the full podcast at conversations.hiddendisabilitiesstore.com/1659478/episodes/17961054-autism-with-nicole-australia-and-new-zealand

05/11/2025

This breaks my heart. This has never been the intention of the scheme but lack of human intervention and some low level sense has meant the scheme has been lost in translation. Not all staff are ignorant thankfully but these types of cases are becoming more common sadly.

04/11/2025

31/10/2025

“6 Surprising Signs of Adult ADHD”
Having received a diagnosis in my 50’s of ASD & ADHD, I can totally relate. How about you?

31/10/2025

✨ Short term accommodation is now called short term respite ✨

We’ve heard from participants, families and carers — and this new name just fits better. 💛
It reflects the value of informal supports and the importance of taking time to recharge.

Short term respite gives you a little breather from your usual care arrangements, while your loved ones get a well-deserved break too. 🌿

We’ve also updated Our Guideline to make everything easier to understand — including:
✅ who can use short term respite
✅ what it includes
✅ how it works
✅ and where it can be used.

Learn more here 💻 https://ow.ly/zfKC50XeIwe

Short term accommodation is now called short term respite.

We spoke with participants, families and carers about this change. Most told us that short term respite better reflects the value of informal supports and the importance of sustaining these relationships.

We know some people have concerns about the word ‘respite’, but many carers and families use and understand it well. After considering all the feedback, we chose this name because it’s clear and widely recognised.

Short term respite gives you time away from your usual care arrangements, while your primary informal supports take a short break.

We’ve updated Our Guideline to make it easier for you to understand and use. It explains:

✅ who can use short term respite

✅ what it includes

✅ how it works

✅ where it can be used.

Learn more at 💻 https://ow.ly/zfKC50XeIwe

29/10/2025

The NDIS has released new guidance about short term respite, previously called short term accommodation.
The name change to Short Term Respite (STR) helps make the purpose of this support clearer. It’s about meeting your everyday needs while giving you and your informal supports (such as family or friends) some time apart to rest and recharge.

Here’s what you need to know about what’s changed, who it applies to and how it works.

Short term respite is the new name for short term accommodation. Find out what’s changed with respite care and the NDIS.

29/10/2025

NDIS vs Thriving Kids: What You Need to Know

The Australian Government has announced further changes to the NDIS. Here's what your family needs to know about the new Thriving Kids program.

24/10/2025

Sensory joy vs sensory distress

23/10/2025

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20/10/2025

💛 “When things happen, just take a deep breath. Tomorrow’s a new day.”

Beautiful words from Sue, who cares for her brother Nick and her mum — and reminds us all how important it is to pause, breathe, and reach out for support.

Through her local peer support group, Sue found a safe space to share, listen, and be heard. Because sometimes, that’s exactly what we need. 💬💛

Read Sue’s story here 👉 https://ow.ly/SyUJ50X9wuI

📷: Down Syndrome Australia

Sue's advice for other carers is 'when things happen, just take a deep breath. Tomorrow’s a new day.' ☀️

Sue cares for her brother Nick, who has Down syndrome, and her mother who has Parkinson’s disease. Though she finds these roles rewarding and a privilege, Sue sometimes felt like she had no time for herself, until she joined a local peer support group of other carers.

'I just need someone to listen. And the peer support group does that.'

Read more of Sue's story at 💻 https://ow.ly/SyUJ50X9wuI

📷 Image: Down Syndrome Australia

01/10/2025

Out of the mouths of babes