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Tag Archives: NDIS

Building Independence: A Philanthropic Opportunity to Fund Innovative SDA Housing in Adelaide

The blog site of Dr Darryl Sellwood Posted on November 13, 2024 by DarrylMarch 11, 2025

My name is Dr Darryl Sellwood. As you will see from my photo, I have cerebral palsy and I use an electric wheelchair to get around. I also have communication disability and use a variety of different tools to make … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessibility, Disability, Journal, SDA Housing | Tagged accessible design, Adelaide, Cerebral Palsy, communication disability, disability advocacy, disability housing, Disability Rights, homeownership, independent living, innovative housing, NDIS, participant-led design, philanthropic funding, SDA, social impact investment, Specialist Disability Accommodation

NDIS Changes: A Mixed Bag of Clarity and Confusion

The blog site of Dr Darryl Sellwood Posted on October 8, 2024 by DarrylOctober 8, 2024

The recent significant changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) that took effect last Thursday have left many participants and service providers grappling with the implications for disability supports. While the introduction of two lists detailing accepted and rejected … Continue reading →

Posted in Journal | Tagged allied health professionals, consultation process, disability supports, funding rules, government spending, National Disability Insurance Scheme, NDIS, optimism, Policy Changes, remedial massage, social participation

Revolutionizing Disability Housing: A Call for Visionary Philanthropist

The blog site of Dr Darryl Sellwood Posted on September 1, 2024 by DarrylOctober 16, 2024

As someone living with cerebral palsy, I’m on a mission to create a groundbreaking housing solution that could transform lives. I’m seeking visionary philanthropists to join me in this endeavor. The Vision Two connected Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) dwellings in … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessibility, Information, Journal | Tagged accessible architecture, accessible homes, Assistive Technology, Cerebral Palsy, community development, disability advocacy, disability empowerment, disability housing, Disability Rights, Disability Support, housing solutions, inclusive design, independent living, innovative housing, NDIS, philanthropy, SDA funding, social change, social impact, social investment

Concerns Over Recent NDIS Law Changes

The blog site of Dr Darryl Sellwood Posted on August 26, 2024 by DarrylSeptember 5, 2024

I am deeply concerned about the recent changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) laws. If my understanding is correct, these changes could make it illegal for me to use my support workers to assist with social activities, work-related … Continue reading →

Posted in Journal | Tagged Community Support, Disability Rights, NDIS, Policy Changes, Support workers

‘On my worst day …’ How the NDIS fosters a deficit mindset and why that should change

The blog site of Dr Darryl Sellwood Posted on July 13, 2023 by DarrylJuly 13, 2023

‘On my worst day …’ How the NDIS fosters a deficit mindset and why that should change Getty Kate Anderson, RMIT University and Darryl Sellwood, Flinders University The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was designed to empower and support people with … Continue reading →

Posted in Journal | Tagged Disability, NDIS, News Article, The Conversation

A statement: “I don’t want to be a part of the disability community.”

The blog site of Dr Darryl Sellwood Posted on July 25, 2021 by DarrylAugust 1, 2021

The other day I was chatting by Social media, private messaging, with an old school friend. We had live together at Regency Park Centre for a few years in our youths. We haven’t seen each other since high school yet … Continue reading →

Posted in Disability, Journal, Personal Thoughts | Tagged acceptance, Disability, NDIS, Support workers

Introducing NDIS independent assessors—totally irresponsible and economic madness!

The blog site of Dr Darryl Sellwood Posted on November 21, 2020 by DarrylNovember 21, 2020

To the Australian Members of Parliament, If we could see just one person to assess all our needs—what bliss. However, disability is complex and very specific to the individual person. People with disabilities understand all too well the need for … Continue reading →

Posted in Australia, Disability, Journal | Tagged Australian, Australian Government, Disability, NDIS
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