Gympie Recovery Coaching and Coordination

20/08/2026

Team DSC always share easy to read and easy to understand articles about NDIS.

Their most recent article about “securing the NDIS for future generations bill” is accessible for many, with the option to read or listen.

Find it here:

Sara explores the last-minute amendments to the bill which passed the Senate on Tuesday night.

19/08/2026

NDIS REFORM: WHAT ACTUALLY PASSED?

There is a lot of information and misinformation circulating about the NDIS reform legislation that has just passed Parliament.

I’ve spent some time going back to the actual legislation and the final amendments because I think participants deserve to know what the law actually says, as the information is inconsistent.

So, here are some of the important facts.

Firstly: this is a significant reform.

It changes the NDIS Act in relation to eligibility, planning, funding, reassessments, supports, provider obligations, fraud and the administration of the Scheme.

It is not simply an anti-fraud bill.

However, it is also important to understand that not every change happens immediately.

What is NOT happening tomorrow?

Current NDIS access and planning arrangements remain in place while the reforms are progressively implemented.

There are no changes to NDIS access until 1 January 2028.

The NDIA has stated that participants will be communicated with before changes affect them.

So what DOES the legislation do?

Some of the major changes include:

Changes to NDIS access and the way permanence and functional capacity are considered, with the new access arrangements commencing from 2028.

A new framework for planning and support needs assessments, which will progressively be introduced.

New powers relating to support determinations, including the ability to set or change funding for particular categories of supports.

Changes to reasonable and necessary decisions, including consideration of NDIS sustainability and equity between participants.

Stronger rules around fraud, misleading information and misuse of NDIS funds.

New offences and significant penalties for serious misconduct, including deception, impersonation and certain forms of provider misconduct.

New rules around kickbacks and inducements intended to influence a participant’s choice or use of a provider.

Stronger protections for whistleblowers.

Changes to plan reassessments and when participants can request an unscheduled reassessment.

Changes to how debts and records are handled, including new notice and response periods.

Changes to plan management arrangements.

Additional safeguards for people who require continuous 24-hour disability-related support.

And one VERY important point:

The legislation does not mean that every participant will automatically receive less funding.

It creates new powers and frameworks that will allow funding and planning arrangements to change.

How those powers are implemented will matter enormously.

Some of the most important details will also sit in future rules, determinations and implementation arrangements.

That means we now need to distinguish between:
what the Act says,
what the Government intends to do,
and
what has actually been implemented.

The government has released a timeline of the implementation of the bill, find it here:
https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/securing-the-ndis-for-future-generations-timeline-0?language=en

This timeline outlines the key dates for implementing the Government’s plan to secure the future of the NDIS. This includes when legislation will be introduced, when consultation will occur and when changes for participants and providers will begin.

31/07/2026

Psychosocial Recovery Coaching (PRC) is one of the most misunderstood supports under the NDIS.

A Recovery Coach is not simply a support worker with a different job title or a higher hourly rate. It’s also not counselling/psychotherapy, mentoring or life coaching.

Recovery Coaching was designed specifically for people with psychosocial disability to work within a recovery-oriented framework. Recovery is about building hope, independence, choice, resilience and self-determination.

A genuine Psychosocial Recovery Coach should be helping a participant to:

• Understand their mental health and how it affects daily life.
• Identify strengths, goals and personal recovery priorities.
• Develop practical strategies to manage challenges and prevent crises.
• Build natural supports with family, friends and the community.
• Strengthen decision-making, confidence and self-advocacy.
• Coordinate services and work collaboratively with clinicians, families and providers.
• Help participants build the capacity to manage their own supports over time.
• Support participants through periods of change, including plan reviews and transitions.

Recovery Coaching often overlaps with aspects of Support Coordination because both roles involve connecting services, building capacity and coordinating supports. However, PRC always approaches this through a recovery lens, recognising that recovery is personal and that people may experience periods of wellness and periods where they need more support.

Support work certainly has an important place in the NDIS, but it is funded under different support categories for a reason. Recovery Coaching funding exists to build a person’s capacity, reduce reliance on paid supports where possible and support participants to live the life they choose.

Recovery Coaching is a specialist capacity-building support. If your sessions look the same as support work every week, it’s worth asking whether you’re receiving the full Recovery Coaching service your NDIS funding was intended to provide.

Every participant deserves to understand what they’re funded for and to receive supports that genuinely reflect the purpose of that funding.

27/07/2026

AusAlert national test is happening today.

If you are in an unsafe environment or currently experiencing DV and this alert could put you at risk- please turn your phone off or switch to aeroplane mode before the testing time and leave it off for 1hour after.

Find more information here about turning AusAlert messages off: https://www.ausalert.gov.au/receiving-alert/turning-alerts-off

To get more information about AusAlert, please go to: https://www.ausalert.gov.au

On Monday 27 July 2026, a test Critical Alert will be sent to all compatible mobile devices in Australia.The alert will override 'silent' and 'do not disturb' device settings. It will appear like a system notification on screens and make a loud siren sound for 10 seconds.

20/06/2026

Hello everyone,

It has been a while since I’ve posted, but I wanted to let everyone know that Gympie Recovery Coaching is still here, still active and still supporting participants, families and the wider community.

Like many of you, I am watching the ongoing discussions around the NDIS and the proposed changes expected throughout 2026. I know that uncertainty can be stressful. Many people are feeling worried, overwhelmed, frustrated or unsure about what the future may hold. Those feelings are completely understandable and valid.

While we may not have all the answers right now, please know that you are not alone. We are navigating these changes together and I remain committed to supporting participants now and into the future.

The NDIS landscape may continue to evolve, but the importance of dignity, choice, inclusion and quality support does not change.

Thank you to everyone who continues to place their trust in me. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey.

Take care of yourselves and each other. 💖

27/05/2025

There’s been a lot of changes with the NDIS of late and a lot of participants are feeling understandably concerned and worried about future plans.

Some are even scared to use their current plans and others aren’t sure how they can use their plan.

Trust me, I hear you and I see you. I have spent so much time since October gathering information, discussing changes, getting clear answers and understanding with peak bodies, NDIA, providers and participants.

If you are feeling confused, stressed and worried about any of the changes, please feel free to reach out.
I’m happy to answer any questions and try to ease your concerns.

We can get through this together!

27/02/2024

Some handy numbers to keep on your fridge.
There’s some other great pamphlets at the Gympie health hub on Horseshoe bend. 😁

22/11/2023

Sharing a beautiful comic series about Eeyore and his friends that touched my heart. It reminds us that true friendship embraces us for who we are, even in our toughest times. Let’s be the friends who stick around, understanding that those with depression still yearn for connection. In reality, friendships can be challenged, but let’s strive to be like Eeyore’s pals - unwavering, supportive, and loving. 💙

09/08/2023

I now have capacity for Female NDIS participants in Gympie and surrounding suburbs for Psychosocial Recovery Coaching.
If you or someone you know need a Recover Coach please contact me on 0432778988
Have a fabulous week!