How To Prepare For A Support Needs Assessment Under The New NDIS Planning Framework
The NDIS support needs assessment is becoming an important part of the updated NDIS system in Australia. With the upcoming NDIS planning changes 2026, many participants and families want clear answers about what this means for them. What Is An NDIS Support Needs Assessment? The NDIS support needs assessment is a structured conversation between you […]
Heat Anxiety: Hot Weather Really Can Make You More Anxious
Last summer on the Gold Coast, many families noticed the same pattern: more irritability, disrupted sleep, and emotional overload on hot days. What looked like sudden mood changes often had a clear trigger – heat anxiety. Hot weather doesn’t just affect comfort. It places stress on the body and mind, making emotional regulation harder, particularly […]
Hot weather can change your emotions
As summer approaches, a family begins to notice subtle but concerning changes. Moods shift faster, sleep breaks down, and routines that once felt steady become harder to maintain, even before the hottest days arrive. This experience is more common than many realise. Hot weather emotions often build gradually, affecting emotional balance, energy levels, and behaviour. […]
How Heatwaves Impact Mental Health For NDIS Participants
According to the NDIS Practice Alert: Sun and Summer Safety (November 2022), people with disabilities face an increased risk of heat-related illness during the summer months. This reinforces the importance of NDIS mental health support Gold Coast, including planning ahead, monitoring hydration, and using sun safety measures to reduce serious health complications and support overall […]
Looking for NDIS Services Gold Coast During a Heatwave? What Families Need to Know
Last summer on the Gold Coast, a parent shared a quiet worry. “Every heatwave feels harder. My son becomes exhausted faster, his routine breaks down, and I’m not sure our current support provider really understands how dangerous this heat can be.” For many families, extreme summer weather becomes the moment they start searching for better […]
Looking for NDIS Services on the Gold Coast This Summer? What Families Often Realise Too Late
Last summer, a local business owner on the Gold Coast shared a quiet concern.Her teenage son, an NDIS participant, was suddenly exhausted every afternoon. Routines that worked perfectly in winter no longer fit. Appointments were missed. Emotions escalated faster. What surprised her most wasn’t the heat — it was realising their existing support no longer […]
How Outdoor Activities Improve Mental Health for NDIS Participants
Mental health recovery is about more than clinical care—it’s about connection, confidence, and meaningful experiences. For NDIS participants, outdoor activities NDIS mental health programs play an important role in supporting emotional wellbeing and independence. At Lotus Disability Care, we provide personalised NDIS mental health support through structured outdoor and community-based activities, helping participants feel empowered, […]
Bruce Willis’ Health Journey Raises Awareness of Rare Dementias
Rare dementia awareness is growing as people begin to understand that dementia is not only about memory loss. The public diagnosis of Bruce Willis FTD has helped highlight lesser-known brain disorders that affect language, behavior, and daily life. His story encourages early understanding, support, and compassion for families facing rare dementia. Brief Overview of Bruce […]
Is Your NDIS Plan Still Right for You in 2026?
As a new year begins, many participants and families pause to reflect on what is working—and what isn’t. An NDIS plan review is an important opportunity to ensure your supports still match your goals, lifestyle, and changing needs in 2026. With updated funding rules, evolving personal circumstances, and growing service options, reviewing your plan early […]
What Is Daily Living Support Under the NDIS on the Gold Coast?
NDIS daily living support Gold Coast provides participants with personalised assistance to manage everyday activities. This support helps promote safer, more confident, and more independent living across the Gold Coast. What daily living support means Daily living support under the NDIS helps participants with essential everyday tasks so they can live more independently. Support Workers […]