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BOUNCE Helps Home Care & NDIS Providers Streamline Compliance and Reduce Costs
Limited-Time Offer: Sign Up Today For small Home Care and NDIS providers, staying compliant and efficient shouldn’t come at a high cost. That’s why now is the perfect time to book a demo and explore how CareVision’s award-winning BOUNCE software can transform your...
New Pricing Announced for Art and Music Therapy under the NDIS
The NDIA has accepted the recommendations from Dr Stephen Duckett’s independent review into art and music therapy, confirming the supports will continue to be funded, but at a reduced rate. The review followed strong community backlash after the NDIA proposed cutting...
Melbourne Disability Connection Expo 2025 Set to Bring Thousands Together
Melbourne is set to welcome thousands to the Disability Connection Expo 2025, one of the biggest NDIS-focused events in Australia. Taking place at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 3–4 October 2025, the two-day expo will bring together NDIS...
Free NDIS and CHSP Software for Small Providers
CareVision is giving small NDIS and CHSP providers a low-risk path to digital operations with free access to its award-winning Support at Home software. Designed for care teams of up to 10 users, the platform helps smaller organisations compete with larger providers...
The Future of SDA Investment and Opportunities
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) has been in the spotlight following the ABC’s Four Corners report “Empty Promises,” which revealed how some small-scale investors lost money on poorly planned SDA properties. Misleading advice led to developments in unsuitable...
Advanced NDIS Plan Management Workshop
This article originally appeared on teamdsc.co.au (stock photo only) With all of the changes in the NDIS, especially growing compliance expectations, Plan Managers are having a tough time navigating the care industry. Team DSC is offering an online workshop to help...
Thriving Kids Program Announced by the Minister for Disability
This article originally appeared on teamdsc.co.au (stock photo only) During the National Press Club held on 20 August, the Minister for Disability, Mark Butler, announced the development of the Thriving Kids Program. This program is an early intervention program that...
Make Your NDIS Account Safer
This article originally appeared on NDIS.gov.au (stock photo only) These days, protecting your personal information is more important than ever. The NDIS understands this, and they are improving how they can check and confirm the identity of participants when they use...
Get Ahead of Support at Home Changes with BOUNCE Software Now Confirmed for 1 November
The Australian Government has officially confirmed that the new Aged Care Act and Support at Home program will launch on 1 November 2025, with no further delays. “We will not be delaying the implementation of the Act again or the introduction of Support at Home,” Aged...
Report Highlights Financial Pressures for Home Care Providers Ahead of Support at Home
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing’s latest Quarterly Financial Snapshot has revealed that care management costs continue to outpace their actual delivery costs, with margins often used to offset losses in other services. Between 2020–21 and 2023–24, care...
Study Finds Wide Variations in Aged Care Quality Across Australia
A new national study has revealed significant differences in the quality of aged care services across Australia, raising concerns about consistency in both residential and home care. Conducted by the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute’s Registry of...
Home Care Package Delays Raise Concerns as Reform Nears
The delay in releasing over 80,000 promised Home Care Packages has sparked concern across the aged care sector, with families reporting significant strain while waiting for essential support. Minister for Aged Care Sam Rae, speaking on ABC Radio Sydney, confirmed that...
Improved Dementia Education For Carers
This article originally appeared on p.50 Aged Care Today Winter 2025 (stock photo only) In 2025, an estimated 433,300 Australians are living with dementia. Without significant intervention, research undertaken by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare for...
Australia’s Largest Aged Care and Seniors Housing Event Set for 2025
The Ageing Australia National Conference will return in 2025, bringing together aged care providers, policymakers, and innovators from across the country. Scheduled for 30 September to 2 October 2025 at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC), the...
The Latest in Falls Prevention
This article originally appeared on p.30 Aged Care Today Autumn 2025 (stock photo only) Falls remain a major concern in residential aged care, posing serious risks to health and well-being. For residents and their families, the consequences can be life-altering. For...
Ageless Play: Intergenerational Playgroups
This article originally appeared on p.46 Aged Care Today Winter 2025 (stock photo only) Chasing bubbles, singing and clapping, leaning over a puzzle, making a handprint with paint, huddling close to read a story are scenes you might see at an intergenerational...
CareVision NDIS App to Feature BESTMED Medication Management
By early 2026, BESTMED’s cloud-based aged care medication management system will be fully integrated into Best Practice Software’s BP Premier, connecting 70% of GP practices with around 50% of aged care homes nationwide. CareVision is working with BESTMED to bring...
Perth to Host Australia’s Largest Disability and NDIS Expo in 2025
Perth is set to welcome thousands to the Disability Connection Expo 2025, the biggest event of its kind in Australia. Taking place at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre on August 8–9, the two-day expo brings together NDIS participants, families, carers, and...
Proposed NDIS Pricing by the Independent Pricing Committee
This article and image are sourced from teamdsc.com.au In the past few years, the NDIA was recommended by the NDIS review to review its pricing strategy with the help of the IHACPA, or Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority. However, in September 2024, the...
NDIS Travel Claiming Rules
This article appears on ndis.gov.au (stock photo only) A lot of changes have occurred due to the new price limits for certain NDIS services. Participants have been concerned with these, and one in particular is travel costs, as this seems to drain their funds faster....
10 Myths About Duty of Care and Dignity of Risk in NDIS Service Delivery
Duty of care and dignity of risk are cornerstones of quality disability support, but they’re also some of the most misunderstood. When these ideas are misinterpreted, the impact can be serious, from limiting a person’s independence and rights, to putting providers at...
Funding for Assistance Animals
This article is sourced from teamdsc.com.au (stock photo only) Assistance animals are very helpful for people who have disabilities and can help them live independently. However, these animals are not pets and are quite costly. So, is it possible to get funding for...
Support at Home Confirmed for 1 November Amid Senate Scrutiny Over Delayed Packages
Sam Rae has served as Minister for Aged Care and Seniors for the past eight weeks. Aged Care and Seniors Minister Sam Rae has confirmed that the new Aged Care Act and Support at Home program will officially commence on 1 November 2025 without further delays. Speaking...
Australia’s Largest Aged Care and Seniors Housing Event Returns in 2025
From 30 September to 2 October 2025, the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) will host the Ageing Australia National Conference, the country’s largest and most influential event for aged care and seniors housing. Located in the heart of Broadbeach,...
How CareVision Compares to Leading Contractor Management Software
This comparison reviews how CareVision's contractor management capabilities stack up against leading Australian contractor management software platforms: Rapid Global, HammerTech, Felix, Cm3, Beakon, and LinkSafe.We’ll look beyond basic features and compliance...
Smarter Contractor Management for the Support at Home Era
Contractor management is no longer just a compliance requirement—it’s a strategic opportunity. As the Support at Home program reshapes aged care delivery, providers need scalable systems that promote efficiency, accountability, and quality service. CareVision empowers...
Integrating Ayurveda, Yoga, and Meditation into Aged Care
This article originally appeared on p.36 Aged Care Today Winter 2025 (stock photo only) As Australia’s ageing population continues to grow, so does the urgency to reimagine our healthcare system. It is no longer enough to rely solely on reactive, disease-focused care....
Preventing Malnutrition and Supporting Independence Among Older Australians
This article originally appeared on p.22 Aged Care Today Winter 2025 (stock photo only) Malnutrition is a growing concern in Australia’s ageing population, affecting up to 50 per cent of older people in care settings, and a significant number living independently at...
Transforming Aged Care Nursing Through Education
This article originally appeared on p.15 Aged Care Today Winter 2025 (stock photo only) The aged care sector is undergoing significant transformation with increasing expectations around quality, compliance and person-centred care. At the same time, providers are...
What the NDIA’s First Reform Report Reveals
Early findings point to confusion, training gaps, and a call for clearer communication as participants and providers adjust to recent NDIS changes. The NDIA has published its first summary report evaluating how recent NDIS reforms are playing out in the real world,...
Changes Ahead: What the NDIS Support Lists Review Means for You
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is updating its Support Lists, and the Department of Social Services (DSS) is inviting community feedback. These lists—known as the “in” and “out” lists—define what the NDIS can and cannot fund, directly impacting...
Preparing for NDIS Registration
This online workshop is available on teamdsc.com.au (stock photo only) Whether you are an unregistered NDIS provider or a start-up looking to get registered, Team DSC can help you out. Preparing for NDIS Registration can be overwhelming due to the many changes...
New NDIS Price Guide Updates Now Live in CareVision
CareVision has rolled out key system updates to align with the latest NDIS pricing and subsidy changes, making it easier for providers to stay compliant and up to date. If your organisation has already opted in, there’s nothing more to do—CareVision has automatically...
Get Ahead of Support at Home Changes with BOUNCE Software
The Australian Government’s decision to push back the rollout of the new Aged Care Act to 1 November 2025 has been welcomed by sector leaders who see the delay as necessary breathing room for providers. Peak body Ageing Australia acknowledged that the original 1 July...
NDIS Plans Funding Periods & Components
This image/article originally appeared on teamdsc.com.au With all the changes happening in the National Disability Insurance Scheme, the NDIS plans' funding periods and components have been truly challenging. Both participants and providers have been confused, and...
NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits for 2025/26
This article originally appeared on teamdsc.com.au (stock photo only) With the Annual Pricing Review released, the next thing we watch out for is the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits for 2025/26. The PAPL was previously the NDIS Price Guide, and it’s used by...
Ageing Australia Boosts Training for Leaders and Managers
This article originally appeared on p.14 Aged Care Today Winter 2025 (stock photo only) It’s human nature to avoid discomfort. Engaging in conversations centred on the expression of dissatisfaction from one party or both can be confronting for many people. In the aged...
Contractor Management that Works for You
Contractor management isn’t just about compliance; it’s about creating a reliable, scalable network of partners who reflect your standards and values. With CareVision, providers move beyond basic oversight and into real operational insight that supports better service...
The Value of Occupational Therapy in Home Care
This article originally appeared on p.34 Aged Care Today Winter 2025 A major change to home modification funding is about to challenge the way older Australians live – and age with dignity and independence – at home. From 1 July, a lifetime cap of just $15,000...
Texture Modified Diets for Aged Care
This article originally appeared on p.26 Aged Care Today Winter 2025 (stock photo only) When an aged care resident is experiencing swallowing issues, known as dysphagia, this can be a frightening time for the individual and their loved ones, with an escalated risk of...
New Ways to Make Case Notes Billable Coming Soon with CareVision
A major update is on the way to help NDIS providers better track billable hours through improved time logging and case note management. This change is part of CareVision’s broader preparations for the Support at Home program, which places a stronger emphasis on...
Positive Response to Aged Care Act Rollout Adjustment
The Australian Government’s decision to adjust the rollout date of the new Aged Care Act to 1 November 2025 has received strong support from sector leaders. Peak body Ageing Australia welcomed the move, highlighting the need for realistic implementation timelines to...
Eligibility Reassessments for NDIS Participants
This article is sourced from teamdsc.com.au The National Disability Insurance Agency is capable of removing people who are under the National Disability Insurance Scheme if they are not able to meet the eligibility criteria. With the new NDIS Act, the NDIA may request...
Operationalising Care Management Billing in Support at Home
With the Support at Home program now delayed until November 2025, providers have a valuable window to move beyond understanding the funding changes and start embedding the systems and workflows they’ll need to succeed. This is the time to shift from planning to...
Support at Home Program Delayed to November 2025
The Australian Government has announced that the Support at Home program, initially scheduled for rollout on July 1, 2025, will now launch on November 1, 2025, alongside the new Aged Care Act. The delay, confirmed by Minister for Aged Care and Seniors Sam Rae on June...
New NDIS Law Changes Workshop
This workshop is available on teamdsc.com.au (stock photo only) With the new NDIS Law, a lot of changes have been implemented, and Plan Managers are one of the most affected roles. Whether you are having trouble understanding the new spending rules for participants or...
Permanent Ban to Freedom Care Group
This article is sourced from www.ndiscommission.gov.au (stock photo only) According to the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission, the Freedom Care Group Pty Limited’s registration has been revoked. This company is now permanently banned from ever providing services...
Update Your NDIS Service Agreements for Compliance and Clarity
With major changes introduced through the new NDIS Act, PACE rollout, and tighter payment integrity measures, outdated service agreements are no longer fit for purpose. Providers must act now to ensure their agreements reflect current expectations and protect both...
Contractor Management with CareVision
CareVision is the only care platform that empowers providers to seamlessly manage, schedule, and monitor third-party contractors with full transparency, flexibility, and compliance, built for the new Support at Home environment. 1. Meet Compliance with...
Care Management Time Tracking and Billing Under Support at Home: Why the Right Software System Matters
With the upcoming rollout of the Support at Home program in July 2025, aged care providers across Australia must prepare for a fundamental shift in how care management is tracked, delivered, and billed. This change brings new accountability, transparency, and the need...
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