NDS report shows ‘worst year’ for disability providers. NDS with the Sydney University, surveys disability providers about a range of core issues. 432 respondents, from sole traders to large multi-state organisations, responded. bit.ly/3RqkDVY

With extreme weather and fire predicted across Australia and an increase in COVID-19, it is essential services are preparing and reviewing their organisational response plans. Join the Emergency and Disaster Management Practice Standard webinar on 14 Dec bit.ly/3Nop95Y

Are you keen to learn how to use AI in care settings? Join this hands-on, one day online workshop on Thursday 14 December that will equip you to use this revolutionary technology effectively and practically within a care setting. bit.ly/3RkfaRG

Calling all behaviour support providers from around Australia to join NDS’s Community of Practice on Tuesday 5 December! This is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues to discuss common issues, NDIS requirements, share resources and build community bit.ly/47SX9iz

Do you know anyone in WA who goes beyond ordinary standards of service and have a profound impact on the lives of the people they work with and support? Don’t miss the chance to recognise them by nominating them for the 2024 WA Disability Support Awards. bit.ly/3MO5Wu2

Do you want to learn what the expected professional boundaries are for staff working directly with people receiving support? Join us on 29 November to learn how to build and maintain the “right relationship” with the people you support. Register here bit.ly/3QCYXWa

Are you involved in positive behaviour support? Do you want to learn about the new Deciding with Support Toolkit and how the resources can be used during the development of behaviour support plans? Join this free webinar on Tuesday 28 November bit.ly/463zR8p

Are you registered as a disability worker? In Victoria, it is free, voluntary and increases overall community confidence in the sector. The Victorian Disability Worker Commission is promoting registration of disability workers. Read more here bit.ly/3MwhVfM

Do you know how to manage mealtime safety risks to meet the quality standard requirements and improve the mealtime experience? If you would like to learn how to recognise and respond to choking and swallowing risks, join our workshop on 28 Nov. Register bit.ly/3sh9v5a

Did you ever witness a serious incident and wondered if it could have been prevented? Near Misses are an opportunity to reduce risk. Join our workshop on 14 November and learn the benefits of reporting near misses to reduce harm to others. Register here bit.ly/4635Gys

The countdown for the NDP's Networking Event in Brisbane is on! Make sure you register so you don't miss this great opportunity to meet and connect with other disability workers and converse in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us on 15 November. Register here bit.ly/450udnc

Can you confidently identify restrictive practices and safeguard the person's rights? Join this workshop on 22 November and better understand legal requirements of monitoring and reporting restrictive practices and how to meet the NDIS quality standards. bit.ly/3tON5c0

Registrations for NDS WA’s Lunch in Celebration of International Day of People with Disability are now open! Join NDS on Friday 1 December 2023 as they celebrate the achievements of people with disability in Western Australia. Learn more here bit.ly/45EhdUr

Less than 1 month left until the NDP Speed Dating Networking Event in Brisbane. Do not miss an opportunity to meet a number of new people working in the disability sector and exchange your experience with them on Wednesday 15 November. Find out more here bit.ly/450udnc

Are you interested in furthering your professional development? NDS have created many useful and practical online learning sessions, which are available to everyone, on a range of useful topics available on demand throughout the year. Find out more here bit.ly/46pE4EF

Are you a disability professional in Queensland looking to build your professional network? Join us at a ‘Speed Dating’ Networking Event in Brisbane on Wednesday 15 November, hosted by National Disability Practitioners (NDP). Find out more here bit.ly/450udnc

Would you like to better understand the building blocks of emotional intelligence through an interactive and enjoyable workshop on emotions, thinking, feeling, self-awareness, decision making and performance? Join the workshop on 12th October Register here bit.ly/3tm8skm

Do you manage medication for people you support? Join the ‘Quality Use of Medications and Medication Standards in the Disability Sector’ webinar on 4 October to learn about the existing legislative frameworks and much more. Register here bit.ly/46tbP7C

Are you ready for Safe Work Month in October? October is National Safe Work month, and this year the theme is ‘For everyone’s safety, work safely’. In the disability sector, we need to keep safety in everyone’s consciousness as they approach their work. bit.ly/3EUczaa

Are you a disability professional in Queensland looking to build your professional network? You are invited to attend a ‘Speed Dating’ Networking Event on the 15th November in Brisbane. Find out more here bit.ly/450udnc