MENTAL HEALTH NEWS | TALKING DISABILITY
![<p>Women from Diversity Models Agency recently premiered a new fashion brand of adaptable clothing at a disability expo in Melbourne. [Source: Diversity Models; Warwick Marcakis]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/diversitymodels29101.jpg?fm=pjpg)
New disability-friendly clothing dominates Victorian expo
An adaptive clothing brand could change the game for women with disability Read more
![<p>Making Halloween accessible is easier with help from the Disability Support Guide. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/halloweenkids2810.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Alternative ideas to make this Halloween sensory-friendly
Making Halloween more accessible for everyone just got easier with these alternative and fun Halloween activities Read more
![<p>Sasha wears these headphones during a standard hearing assessment. [Source: Lions Hearing Clinic]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/hearingtest2310.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Free hearing tests offer hope for people in New South Wales
Why is Australian cricketer and coach, Justin Langer, encouraging Aussies to get their hearing tested? Read more
![<p>The National Disability Insurance Agency Taskforce has identified more ‘dodgy’ providers, but how will this affect how NDIS participants receive support? [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/couplechair2210.jpg?fm=pjpg)
NDIA Taskforce takes NDIS fraudsters to court
The National Disability Insurance Agency is tackling NDIS fraudsters, but how will this impact NDIS participants? Read more
![<p>Although the Paralympics allow athletes with disability to perform at world-class levels, other benefits are becoming apparent. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/swimarm1510.jpg?fm=pjpg)
One in three Aussies talked more about disability since the Paralympics
Australians are talking more about disability after watching these events Read more
![<p>The NDIS support guide updates are intended to create more clarity around funding, but disability advocates have raised concerns. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/wheelchairmum1410.jpg?fm=pjpg)
The NDIA offers clarity amidst concern from disability advocates
Although the new NDIS support guideline updates are expected to provide clarity, some disability advocates are concerned... Read more
![<p>Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made comments about Tourette syndrome while insulting the Shadow Treasurer on Tuesday. [Source: Wirestock Creators; Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/primeminister0910.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Tourette syndrome advocate calls Prime Minister Albanese’s apology ‘hollow’
How are disability advocates reacting to the Prime Minister’s recent remark in Parliament? Read more
![<p>Researchers suggest that maintaining strong friendships improves happiness. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/friendshappy0810.jpg?fm=pjpg)
World Mental Health Day coincides with the release of a happiness study affecting one in five young Aussies with disability
World Mental Health Day highlights the importance of looking after yourself and others, with researchers highlighting... Read more
![<p>The National Disability Insurance Scheme supports eligible Australians with disability and the guidelines have recently been updated. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/blindsofa0210.jpg?fm=pjpg)
NDIS Minister Shorten bans sex work in NDIS support update
Updates to the National Disability Insurance Scheme support guidelines, effective from October 3, 2024, have raised... Read more
![<p>With concerns regarding the current housing market, Australians seeking Specialist Disability Accommodation can now seek a new option. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/icecreamhouse0110.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Growing NDIS participant numbers mean alternative housing could solve Specialist Disability Accommodation concerns
Finding Specialist Disability Accommodation may seem difficult, but one Australian company is changing the game for... Read more