What roles does a LAC play in your NDIS journey?

In this article we explain the role of a Local Area Coordinator and how they support NDIS participants and carers.

What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?

This article explains one of the forms of funding associated with accommodation, known as Supported Independent Living, or SIL.

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Registrations are now open for Yooralla’s 2019 Annual General Meeting and Big Day Out!

On Monday 25 November 2019 Yooralla will be holding its annual celebration of our customers and employees through our Annual General Meeting and Big Day Out.

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Yooralla’s free guide on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for your child

This easy to follow guide is based on Yooralla’s experience with the NDIS and working with families and children.

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News & Media

Read the latest news, blogs and statistics from Yooralla. Learn about disability from the personal experiences of people with disability, carers and the wider community.

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18 September 2019

Support research on acquired brain injury in children

The Monash School of Psychological Sciences, together with Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, are looking for Victoria-based families with children with an ABI to take part in a research project at the Royal Children’s Hospital.

12 September 2019

4 things to do when you get your child's NDIS plan

Find out more about the steps you need to take before your child can start using their NDIS funding for supports.

11 September 2019

Yooralla Catering and Yooralla customer Clinton featured in a national magazine

The team at Yooralla Catering and Yooralla customer, Clinton were featured in the latest edition of Link Magazine.

09 September 2019

World Physiotherapy Day

World Physiotherapy Day is held every year on 8 September.

04 September 2019

Registrations are now open for Yooralla’s 2019 Annual General Meeting and Big Day Out!

This years’ event builds on our centenary celebration in 2018, with new activities and two guest speakers.

03 September 2019

Big Christmas in July at VASS

The team and residents at Yooralla’s Ventilator Accommodation Support Service (VASS) were joined by their families to celebrate Christmas in July.

29 August 2019

Royal Commission Draft Accessibility Strategy

This Strategy explains the principles that will guide the Royal Commission in its engagement with people with disability.

28 August 2019

What role does a LAC play in your NDIS journey?

A Local Area Coordinator, more commonly known as a LAC, can support you on your NDIS journey.

26 August 2019

2019 Speech Pathology Week: Communicating with confidence!

Yooralla has several Speech Pathologists in our Therapy team who support adults and children with disability at all ages.

22 August 2019

Yooralla wins two 2019 Victorian Disability Awards

Yooralla wins two 2019 Victorian Disability Awards.

21 August 2019

Yooralla customer wins a writing competition

Tim Jong won first place in the 2019 Dulcie Stone Writers Competition for his submission titled ‘Getting to Know Me’