8:42am: Making sure breakfast isn't a battle. 9:30am: A quick tidy-up. 10:15am: Coffee and a good chat. 11:00am: Getting ready for an appointment. 12:30pm: Lunch. 1:15pm: “What do you feel like doing this afternoon?”
Not every support shift looks the same.
Some days are busy. Some are quiet. Some are mostly about helping with the little things that make someone's day easier.
And sometimes, the most important part of the job isn't what's on the schedule — it's noticing what the person needs in that moment. 🩷
That’s what everyday support can look like at Lotus Disability Care.
Looking for personalized support for your loved ones? Talk to us today!
Nobody tells you dementia can change how someone watches TV.
Something as ordinary as putting on their favourite show can become a little different.
They might lose track of the storyline. Ask who a character is several times. Watch the same program over and over. Or become unsettled when the ads suddenly get loud.
It can be easy to think they're simply “not paying attention.”
But sometimes, the way they experience the program has changed.
Try keeping things familiar and simple. Choose shows they already know, reduce distracting noise, and don't feel like you need to explain every detail.
And most importantly, let them enjoy TV in their own way. 💗
These are the little everyday things that can be easy to miss — but they can make a difference when supporting someone living with dementia.
Supporting a loved one with dementia? Lotus Disability Care is here to provide personalised support that fits into their everyday life.
You’re their daughter. You’re not their full-time support worker.💗
Sometimes caring for an ageing parent happens little by little.
You start helping with appointments. Then groceries. Then meals, errands, getting out of the house… And before you realise it, you’re trying to manage everything.
You love them. Of course you do.
But loving someone doesn’t mean you have to do it all on your own.
Getting some extra support doesn’t mean you’re letting your parent down. It can simply mean having someone else there to share some of the everyday things — while you get to focus on being their daughter, son, or family again. 💗
If you’re finding things harder to manage lately, it might be time to have a conversation about what support could look like.
Lotus is experienced with dementia participants with personalized cares. Talk to us now!
Before you correct someone with dementia, ask yourself this...
Does being right actually help them right now?
When someone living with dementia says something that isn’t quite right, our first instinct can be to correct them.
But sometimes, correcting every little detail can make the moment more confusing or upsetting.
Instead, try to: - Stay calm - Listen to what they’re trying to communicate - Reassure them - Gently redirect the conversation if needed
You don't always have to correct the words. Sometimes, understanding the feeling behind them is more important.
A little patience can make a big difference.
Caring for someone with dementia can be a lot to manage alone. 💗
Lotus is experienced with dementia participants with personalized cares. If you are looking supports for your loved ones, talk to us now! 📞 0493 084 705 📧 admin@mylotus.com.au 📍 Gold Coast
Seeing a change in your NDIS funding can be stressful.
And with all the headlines about NDIS reforms, it’s easy to assume:
“My funding went down because of the new changes.”
But the NDIS has made an important distinction.
Plans can still go up or down through the usual planning process when a participant’s needs change. That should not automatically be confused with the new reform changes.
The new laws will introduce changes over time to things like planning, funding, access and how some supports are funded.
But not every change to an individual plan is because of the reforms.
So if your plan has changed, the better question isn't simply:
“Did the NDIS cut my funding?”
It’s:
“Why has my plan changed, and what does this mean for the support I currently receive?”
That’s a much more useful conversation to have with your planner, LAC or relevant NDIS contact.
Save this if you or your family are navigating an NDIS plan change. 💗
For this second one, I wouldn't put a big promotional CTA. Let the information do the work. If you want a soft Lotus connection:
If you’re navigating changes to your support arrangements and aren’t sure what they mean for day-to-day support, our team is always happy to have a conversation. 💗
October is coming — but that doesn’t mean everyone’s NDIS funding suddenly changes.
From 1 October 2026, changes to some NDIS support budgets will start to be introduced, including funding for social, civic and community participation and capacity building daily activities.
But there’s an important detail:
These changes will be phased in. They apply when a participant’s plan is reassessed or a new plan is approved — not simply because the calendar reaches 1 October.
If you’re navigating changes to your support arrangements and aren’t sure what they mean for day-to-day support, our team is always happy to have a conversation. 💗
So if you’re a participant, family member or carer, there’s no need to panic.
Instead, it may be worth looking at:
• What supports are currently being used? • What activities are important to the participant? • Has their situation or support needs changed? • Are they getting the help they need with everyday activities and community participation?
The NDIS is going through a lot of changes right now. Understanding what is changing, when it changes, and whether it actually applies to you can make things a little less confusing.
Save this one if you’re keeping up with the NDIS changes. 💗 ... See MoreSee Less
Some days, that might mean getting out into the community, grabbing a coffee or heading to an appointment.
Other days, it’s staying home — helping with a meal, doing a bit of cleaning, watching TV or just having a good chat.
Every day looks different because every person is different.
We explore what they’d like to do, give them options, and support them to make their own choices.
Because support isn't about telling someone how to spend their day. It’s about being there for the day they want to have.
Looking for support that fits around what you or your loved one actually wants to do? Have a chat with Lotus Disability Care and see how we can support you.
She might be a mum. A wife. A daughter. A grandmother.
And somewhere along the way, looking after everyone else can become more important than looking after herself.
Women’s health isn't just about appointments and check-ups. It's also about having time to rest, staying connected, getting out of the house, enjoying a meal, having a conversation, and knowing when to ask for a little help.
For older women living with dementia or disability, having the right support can also help maintain routines, independence and connection with the people and activities they enjoy.
This Women’s Health Week, let's check in on the women who are always checking in on everyone else.
Ask her: “How are you really going?” 💗
If you’re supporting a loved one and they could use a little extra help with everyday life, Lotus Disability Care is here to support them with personalised dementia and disability care.
Sometimes, good support looks like someone who remembers:
☕ How you like your morning coffee. 🕐 What time you usually like to go out. 💬 How you prefer to communicate. 🌿 The places you enjoy visiting. 💗 The little things that make you comfortable.
Over time, consistency helps build familiarity and trust.
And for someone living with dementia, an acquired brain injury, or other complex support needs, having someone who understands their routine can make everyday support feel a lot more natural.
Because nobody wants to feel like they have to explain themselves from the beginning every single time.
At Lotus, our team has experience supporting participants with different needs, with a focus on getting to know the person behind the support plan.
If you're looking for a support team for yourself or a loved one, let's have a chat.
A day in the life — support worker edition. 🩷
8:42am: Making sure breakfast isn't a battle.
9:30am: A quick tidy-up.
10:15am: Coffee and a good chat.
11:00am: Getting ready for an appointment.
12:30pm: Lunch.
1:15pm: “What do you feel like doing this afternoon?”
Not every support shift looks the same.
Some days are busy. Some are quiet. Some are mostly about helping with the little things that make someone's day easier.
And sometimes, the most important part of the job isn't what's on the schedule — it's noticing what the person needs in that moment. 🩷
That’s what everyday support can look like at Lotus Disability Care.
Looking for personalized support for your loved ones? Talk to us today!
📞 0493 084 705
📧 admin@mylotus.com.au
📍 Gold Coast
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Nobody tells you dementia can change how someone watches TV.
Something as ordinary as putting on their favourite show can become a little different.
They might lose track of the storyline.
Ask who a character is several times.
Watch the same program over and over.
Or become unsettled when the ads suddenly get loud.
It can be easy to think they're simply “not paying attention.”
But sometimes, the way they experience the program has changed.
Try keeping things familiar and simple. Choose shows they already know, reduce distracting noise, and don't feel like you need to explain every detail.
And most importantly, let them enjoy TV in their own way. 💗
These are the little everyday things that can be easy to miss — but they can make a difference when supporting someone living with dementia.
Supporting a loved one with dementia?
Lotus Disability Care is here to provide personalised support that fits into their everyday life.
📞 0493 084 705
📧 admin@mylotus.com.au
📍 Gold Coast
#LotusDisabilityCare #DementiaSupport #DementiaCare #DementiaAwareness #CarerSupport #NDISSupport #GoldCoast ... See MoreSee Less
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You’re their daughter. You’re not their full-time support worker.💗
Sometimes caring for an ageing parent happens little by little.
You start helping with appointments.
Then groceries.
Then meals, errands, getting out of the house…
And before you realise it, you’re trying to manage everything.
You love them. Of course you do.
But loving someone doesn’t mean you have to do it all on your own.
Getting some extra support doesn’t mean you’re letting your parent down. It can simply mean having someone else there to share some of the everyday things — while you get to focus on being their daughter, son, or family again. 💗
If you’re finding things harder to manage lately, it might be time to have a conversation about what support could look like.
Lotus is experienced with dementia participants with personalized cares. Talk to us now!
📞 0493 084 705
📧 admin@mylotus.com.au
📍 Gold Coast
#LotusDisabilityCare #NDISSupport #DementiaSupport #CarerSupport #DisabilitySupport #GoldCoast ... See MoreSee Less
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Before you correct someone with dementia, ask yourself this...
Does being right actually help them right now?
When someone living with dementia says something that isn’t quite right, our first instinct can be to correct them.
But sometimes, correcting every little detail can make the moment more confusing or upsetting.
Instead, try to:
- Stay calm
- Listen to what they’re trying to communicate
- Reassure them
- Gently redirect the conversation if needed
You don't always have to correct the words. Sometimes, understanding the feeling behind them is more important.
A little patience can make a big difference.
Caring for someone with dementia can be a lot to manage alone. 💗
Lotus is experienced with dementia participants with personalized cares. If you are looking supports for your loved ones, talk to us now!
📞 0493 084 705
📧 admin@mylotus.com.au
📍 Gold Coast
#LotusDisabilityCare #DementiaSupport #DementiaAwareness #NDISSupport #CarerSupport #GoldCoast ... See MoreSee Less
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0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Seeing a change in your NDIS funding can be stressful.
And with all the headlines about NDIS reforms, it’s easy to assume:
“My funding went down because of the new changes.”
But the NDIS has made an important distinction.
Plans can still go up or down through the usual planning process when a participant’s needs change. That should not automatically be confused with the new reform changes.
The new laws will introduce changes over time to things like planning, funding, access and how some supports are funded.
But not every change to an individual plan is because of the reforms.
So if your plan has changed, the better question isn't simply:
“Did the NDIS cut my funding?”
It’s:
“Why has my plan changed, and what does this mean for the support I currently receive?”
That’s a much more useful conversation to have with your planner, LAC or relevant NDIS contact.
Save this if you or your family are navigating an NDIS plan change. 💗
For this second one, I wouldn't put a big promotional CTA. Let the information do the work. If you want a soft Lotus connection:
If you’re navigating changes to your support arrangements and aren’t sure what they mean for day-to-day support, our team is always happy to have a conversation. 💗
📞 0493 084 705
📧 admin@mylotus.com.au
📍 Ashmore, Gold Coast
#LotusDisabilityCare #MyLotus #NDIS #NDIA ... See MoreSee Less
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October is coming — but that doesn’t mean everyone’s NDIS funding suddenly changes.
From 1 October 2026, changes to some NDIS support budgets will start to be introduced, including funding for social, civic and community participation and capacity building daily activities.
But there’s an important detail:
These changes will be phased in. They apply when a participant’s plan is reassessed or a new plan is approved — not simply because the calendar reaches 1 October.
If you’re navigating changes to your support arrangements and aren’t sure what they mean for day-to-day support, our team is always happy to have a conversation. 💗
📞 0493 084 705
📧 admin@mylotus.com.au
📍Gold Coast
#NDISchanges #RegisteredProvider #NDISaudit #LotusDisabilityCare
So if you’re a participant, family member or carer, there’s no need to panic.
Instead, it may be worth looking at:
• What supports are currently being used?
• What activities are important to the participant?
• Has their situation or support needs changed?
• Are they getting the help they need with everyday activities and community participation?
The NDIS is going through a lot of changes right now. Understanding what is changing, when it changes, and whether it actually applies to you can make things a little less confusing.
Save this one if you’re keeping up with the NDIS changes. 💗 ... See MoreSee Less
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“It’s generally whatever they want to do.”
Some days, that might mean getting out into the community, grabbing a coffee or heading to an appointment.
Other days, it’s staying home — helping with a meal, doing a bit of cleaning, watching TV or just having a good chat.
Every day looks different because every person is different.
We explore what they’d like to do, give them options, and support them to make their own choices.
Because support isn't about telling someone how to spend their day.
It’s about being there for the day they want to have.
Looking for support that fits around what you or your loved one actually wants to do? Have a chat with Lotus Disability Care and see how we can support you.
📞 0493 084 705
📧 admin@mylotus.com.au
📍 Ashmore, Gold Coast
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She might be a mum.
A wife.
A daughter.
A grandmother.
And somewhere along the way, looking after everyone else can become more important than looking after herself.
Women’s health isn't just about appointments and check-ups. It's also about having time to rest, staying connected, getting out of the house, enjoying a meal, having a conversation, and knowing when to ask for a little help.
For older women living with dementia or disability, having the right support can also help maintain routines, independence and connection with the people and activities they enjoy.
This Women’s Health Week, let's check in on the women who are always checking in on everyone else.
Ask her: “How are you really going?” 💗
If you’re supporting a loved one and they could use a little extra help with everyday life, Lotus Disability Care is here to support them with personalised dementia and disability care.
📞 0493 084 705
📧 admin@mylotus.com.au
📍 Ashmore, Gold Coast
#WomensHealthWeek #WomensHealth #DementiaCare #NDIS #DisabilitySupport #LotusCareGroup ... See MoreSee Less
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It’s not always about doing more.
Sometimes, good support looks like someone who remembers:
☕ How you like your morning coffee.
🕐 What time you usually like to go out.
💬 How you prefer to communicate.
🌿 The places you enjoy visiting.
💗 The little things that make you comfortable.
Over time, consistency helps build familiarity and trust.
And for someone living with dementia, an acquired brain injury, or other complex support needs, having someone who understands their routine can make everyday support feel a lot more natural.
Because nobody wants to feel like they have to explain themselves from the beginning every single time.
At Lotus, our team has experience supporting participants with different needs, with a focus on getting to know the person behind the support plan.
If you're looking for a support team for yourself or a loved one, let's have a chat.
📞 0493 084 705
📧 admin@mylotus.com.au
📍 Suite 2B, 42 Bundall Road, Ashmore QLD 4217
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