Virtually Accountable - NDIS Plan Manager

18/03/2026

🌟 Extra support when you need it most 🌟

Did you know about the National Assistance Card?

🪪 What is it?
A free card designed to help individuals communicate their needs quickly and discreetly in the community—especially in situations where they may feel overwhelmed, unwell, or unable to explain what they need.

👥 Who is it for?
People of all ages living with disability such as ASD or ID, mental health conditions, or other support needs that may impact communication or independence.

💬 For our Support Coordination participants:
If you are supported by our team for Support Coordination, we can assist you to apply for your card as part of your plan. We’ll guide you through the process and ensure it’s tailored to your individual needs.

This is a simple but powerful tool to help build confidence and safety when out and about.

📩 Reach out to your Support Coordinator or send us a message to get started!

20/02/2026

Have you grabbed a copy of the local paper today? 📰

VA is excited to be featured in the NDIS Quarterly across our region’s local publications, including:
• The Border Watch
• Limestone Coast Today
• The Border Chronicle
• The South Eastern Times
• The Pennant

We’re proud to be showcased alongside other incredible local providers supporting people across our community.

Pick up a copy and have a read — it’s fantastic to see the strength and collaboration within our local NDIS network! 💛
..and don't forget - we are your local, plan management team, offering in person support and face to face sign ups!

17/02/2026

Local area coordinators help NDIS participants work towards their goals, including connecting to informal, mainstream and community supports.

They can help you to find relevant information about the NDIS, understand and access the NDIS, support and implement your NDIS plan and apply for any changes to your plan if required.

Learn more at 💻 https://ow.ly/EZ8H50YeCFZ

16/02/2026

Out and about in the community this morning, we stopped by the public library (for the air conditioner and a great coffee ☕) and spotted a fantastic flyer for local meditation groups!

These sessions are held:
📅 Thursdays: 9:00am – 10:00am
📅 Sundays: 10:00am – 11:00am
📍 At the Public Library

Meditation can be a wonderful tool for reducing stress, building routine and supporting overall wellbeing. It’s great to see inclusive, community-based options like this available for people looking to practice mindfulness in a supportive setting.

Definitely worth a look if you or someone you support is interested in trying meditation 🧘‍♀️✨

03/02/2026

You may have seen recent media about the Australian Government’s Thriving Kids initiative, here’s a clear explanation of what it is and the key facts currently known.

✨ What is Thriving Kids?

Thriving Kids is a national system of supports being developed by the Australian Government to help children aged 8 and under with developmental delay and/or autism with low to moderate support needs, and their families, carers and kin.

👶 Focus on Early Identification & support

The initiative aims to:
• Identify developmental concerns earlier when support can have the greatest impact
• Provide access to evidence-based supports in everyday environments — such as schools, early childhood services, health settings and community programs
• Help families access trusted information, advice and support tailored to their child’s needs.

💡 How It Relates to the NDIS

• Children with permanent and significant disability or high support needs will remain supported through the NDIS as usual.
• Thriving Kids is being designed as a complementary system of foundational supports outside the NDIS for children with mild to moderate needs, with the goal of supporting them earlier and more flexibly in settings that already serve children and families.

📅 Timeline & Next Steps

• The Government has committed $2 billion over five years to Thriving Kids, starting from 1 July 2026, with services expected to phase in over 12 months.
• National rollout is being developed in partnership with state and territory governments, experts, service providers and community representatives.
• Broader changes to how children access the NDIS and Thriving Kids supports are expected to evolve as the program design is finalised.

📌 Key Principles of Thriving Kids

• Earlier, evidence-based supports in places where children already live, learn and play
• Supports tailored to individual needs and family circumstances
• Children with more complex or significant lifelong needs continue to access the NDIS.

06/01/2026

🌟 Welcome to 2026! 🌟

Our friends at Purple Orange have shared their upcoming Cuppa & Catch-Up dates for the year ☕💬

These catch-ups are a wonderful opportunity to connect, share experiences, and stay informed. Be sure to mark the dates in your diary so you don’t miss out , the February catch-up is just around the corner!

👉 See Purple Orange’s post below for all the details.

Welcome to 2026......
Our dates for the Cuppa & Catchup days are below, so you can mark them in your diary now, and not miss out.
We are getting excited about our February catchup and look forward to seeing you there.

06/01/2026

☀️ Extreme Heat Alert – South Australia ☀️

South Australia is forecast to experience extreme temperatures, with conditions reaching 40°C and above over the coming days.
We encourage everyone to take extra care by:

* Staying cool indoors where possible
* Drinking plenty of water
* Avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat
* Wearing light, breathable clothing
* Monitoring for signs of heat stress or heat stroke, including dizziness, nausea, headache, confusion, or fatigue

Please check in on participants, families, and anyone who may be more vulnerable during extreme heat. If there are any concerns about health or safety, seek medical support promptly.

Stay safe and take care during this period of extreme weather. 💛

24/12/2025

🎄✨ We’re now on Christmas break! ✨🎄

Virtually Accountable is officially closed for the festive season 🎅

Our closure runs from 23.12.2025 to 3.01.2026, and during this time no invoices or accounts will be processed.

We’ll be back in the office and ready to go from Monday 5th January 2026.

Thanks so much for all your support this year – we hope you all enjoy a well-deserved break filled with rest, good food and happy moments 💛🎁

See you in the new year! 🎉✨

22/12/2025

As we close off 2025, our CEO has shared a heartfelt letter reflecting on the year that was 💙

Thank you to our incredible community; our participants, families, and team - for your trust, commitment, and support throughout the year. We’re so grateful to walk this journey with you and look forward to what’s ahead.

✨ Here’s to closing 2025 with gratitude.

18/12/2025

🎄✨ Invoice Reminder – Please Read ✨🎄

A friendly reminder that tomorrow is the last day to submit invoices for payment before the Christmas break.

📌 Invoices received after tomorrow will still be processed up until we go on leave, however we cannot guarantee payment will be made prior to the Christmas break.

To avoid any delays, we strongly encourage you to submit all outstanding invoices as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, and we wish you all a safe and happy festive season 🎅🎁

🎄✨ Christmas Closure Reminder ✨🎄

A friendly reminder to our valued clients that Virtually Accountable will be closed for the Christmas period from Wednesday 23 December 2025 to Friday 3 January 2026 (inclusive).

We will reopen on Monday 5 January 2026.
During this time:
✅ No invoices or accounts will be processed
✅ Emails and messages will not be monitored
📌 Important information:

• If you have invoices that need to be paid before the closure, please ensure they are submitted by Friday 19 December 2025 to allow time for processing.
• In line with NDIS guidelines, invoices cannot be forward-dated. Any supports provided during our closure period will be processed once we return in January.

Following this, our physical office will remain closed during the school holiday period and will reopen on Monday 29 January.

During this time, we are still available by phone and by appointment if needed. You can contact Genelle, Megan, or Hailee using the phone numbers or email addresses you already have.

If you usually drop invoices off in person, you can:
📸 Text or email a photo of the invoice to Hailee for processing, or
📍 Drop it off at Mission Australia, where your LAC will pass it on to us.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a safe, happy, and restful holiday season 🎅✨