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Keep the ball rolling on your disability funding
29 March 2019If you have a disability and currently receive services under the Queensland Community Care (QCC) program, it's important to note that your service agreement and funding under this program will end on 30 June 2019. The good news is that you may be eligible... - Author: Centacare
Five ways to live well longer
22 March 2019Blessed with a good health system and a better understanding of human ageing, we are living longer than previous generations and entering our later years healthier than our parents did. In a presentation at Toombul Bowls Club on 19 March, Centacare Brisbane... - Author: Centacare
Glen rises to challenge with stunning artworks
4 March 2019Nothing motivates Glen like a challenge. With this in mind, Centacare Service Delivery Manager Sharron McMillan recognised the opportunity for Glen to channel his newfound passion for 'diamond art' to help create three show-stopping pieces for a presentation... - Author: Centacare
Christmas holiday contact information
11 December 2018For Centacare clients, there are some important changes to our normal operating hours this Christmas holiday period. Please contact your Service Delivery Manager or phone 1300 236 822 for further information (all days except public holidays). Contacts... - Author: Centacare
Kicking goals with the NDIS
11 December 2018The NDIS has opened up a world of opportunities for Michael and Aaron. They were both quite reserved when they started our day to day living activities in Hervey Bay. Now, with the means and support to pursue their goals and interests, Michael and Aaron... - Author: Centacare
The sky is the limit for Sam
11 December 2018Stepping out of his comfort zone to achieve his goals is nothing new for Sam. Since he left school almost 10 years ago, the 29-year-old has been expanding his horizons in all sorts of ways. As a long-term client of Centacare's learning and development... - Author: Centacare
Your NDIS questions answered
11 December 2018Help is available to support you through your NDIS journey. From understanding how the scheme could work for you and what information or evidence you might need to provide, to preparing for your planning meeting, or questioning decisions about eligibility... - Author: Centacare
What's new with the NDIS?
11 December 2018It's now been two years since the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) began a full roll-out across Australia. More than 26,000 Queenslanders now have an NDIS plan in place and more than 9,000 of these are new participants. In other words, many... - Author: Centacare
NDIS Information Sessions
14 September 2018Let's talk about your goals This week Brisbane North residents are learning more about the NDIS. There were some great questions at our info session in Northgate so thought we'd share some with you. Q. My son received his NDIS plan in July. His plan includes... - Author: Centacare
Let's become friends during Dementia Awareness Month
6 September 2018Getting involved in Dementia Awareness Month can help improve the lives of people with dementia, their families and carers. This year's theme highlights that the 'small actions' we take can make a big difference. One of the first steps to make this difference...