Developing Foundational Supports and Early Intervention with an additional presentation on SCHADS Award review
26 November 2024
New systems of supports are currently being developed by the Australian Government and the National Disability Insurance Agency in response to the NDIS Review’s Final Report recommendations. This member briefing will provide an update on the current development of Foundational Supports for people outside the NDIS and Early Intervention support for children with developmental concerns, delay or disability. In addition, members will also be updated on the SCHADS (Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services) Award review.
Speakers
Matthew Barden, Director, Disability Policy and Reform, NSW Department of Communities and Justice
Vincent Ponzio, Director, Disability and Social Policy, Mental Health Branch, NSW Ministry of Health | Presentation slides
Dr Gerry Naughtin OAM, Strategic Adviser Mental Health and Psychosocial Disability, National Disability Insurance Agency | Presentation slides
Angus McFarland, Secretary, Australian Services Union NSW & ACT
HASI/CLS Review and Procurement Timeline
3 September 2024
The Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) and Community Living Supports (CLS) funding agreements are due to expire in June 2026. The Ministry of Health and the Agency for Clinical Innovation is currently conducting a review of HASI/CLS in preparation for the open procurement process. This member-only event provided an important update on the review to date.
Speakers
Amy Wyndham, Director, Community Programs & Partnerships, Mental Health Branch, NSW Health
Karen de Mar, Principal Policy Officer, Community Living Programs, Mental Health Branch, NSW Health | Presentation slides
Dr Leanne Ruggero (PhD Cognitive Science, MRes, MSLP), Evidence Synthesis Officer, Critical Intelligence Unit, Agency for Clinical Innovation, NSW Health | Presentation slides
