Managing Emotional Discomfort at Work: Practical Strategies for Care and Support Teams Managing Emotional Discomfort at Work in Care and Support Settings Working in care and support services is meaningful and rewarding, but it can also be emotionally demanding. Support workers, clinicia... 13 Feb 2026 News
What Makes a Supported Independent Living Home Suitable for Participants with Complex Needs? Understanding Suitability in Supported Independent Living (SIL) Within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) framework, Supported Independent Living (SIL) is designed to assist participants ... 12 Feb 2026 News
Message from the Queensland Mental Health Commissioner The Christmas Table As we rapidly approach this Christmas, many people are arriving at this season carrying a wide range of emotions. For some, joy, connection, and a sense of celebration. For others,... 24 Dec 2025 News
Early help, fairer outcomes: what the ABC’s psychosocial disability story means for care, families, and the NDIS Australia’s mental-health system is leaving many people to find meaningful support only once they qualify for the NDIS. The ABC reports that psychiatrists describe the scheme as an “ambulance at the b... 14 Oct 2025 News
Acquired Brain Injury in Australia: Long-Term Support That Adapts to You Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) is more common than many realise. Across Australia, over 700,000 people are living with the long-term effects of brain injury. These injuries do not always result from high... 17 Sep 2025 News
Honouring Our People, Celebrating Our Purpose Toni (middle) and Michael (yellow hoodie) Celebrating People and Purpose for Mental Health Week This October, as Queensland marks Mental Health Week, we take the opportunity to reflect on what matters... 12 Sep 2025 News
NDIS Provider Closures: Support for Participants and Families in Brisbane When an NDIS provider closure happens, it can feel overwhelming. You may worry about losing support, finding a new provider, or what happens to your NDIS funding. At Supported Care, we understand the ... 22 Aug 2025 News
NDIS Provider Closures: Guidance for Support Coordinators and Staff in Brisbane When an NDIS provider closes, it can create uncertainty and stress for both participants and the professionals who support them. In Brisbane and across Queensland, Support Coordinators and disability ... 22 Aug 2025 News
WGEA Report 2025: How Supported Care is Closing the Gender Pay Gap At Supported Care, we understand that equity is not achieved overnight. It requires continuous effort, well-designed systems, and a culture that values fairness at every level. Our recent submission t... 18 Aug 2025 News
National Mental Health Agreement? It’s Falling Short National Mental Health Agreement? It’s Falling Short. The Productivity Commission just dropped its interim report on the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement - and the reality check... 17 Jul 2025 News
Support Managers' Special Mention Special Mentions from Site Leads In the last quarter’s Support Worker Team Meeting, our site leads took time to recognise team members who continue to make a real impact in their roles. These acknowle... 17 Jul 2025 News
SIL, ILO and SDA: What’s the Difference and Which One is Right for You? Choosing the right NDIS support can be overwhelming. Here's a clear breakdown to help you decide with confidence. At Supported Care , we understand that navigating housing and support options under th... 10 Jul 2025 News