disabilitysupport - Careseekers (Page 2)

Understanding The Risks For Working Outside The Careseekers Platform

As a care and support worker on the Careseekers platform, it's important to understand the risks and penalties associated with being poached by clients or working outside the platform.

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Intersectionality and Mental Health In Aged Care & Disability Support

Intersectionality refers to how different aspects of a person's identity (such as disability, age, sexuality and race) intersect to create unique experiences of discrimination or disadvantage.

Mental Health

World Schizophrenia Awareness Day

Schizophrenia is a complex mental health condition that affects millions worldwide, including many Australians.

NDIS

What Services Can You Access If Ineligible For NDIS Funding?

The NDIS provides vital support for many, but when it deems certain supports not "reasonable and necessary" (R&N), individuals are left to find alternatives.

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What Is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition prevalent among many Australians, characterised by distressing obsessions and compulsive behaviours. Often misunderstood and misrepresented, OCD can significantly impact a person's daily life and well-being.

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When do I contact my account manager? A guide for care workers on the Careseekers platform

Connecting aged care and disability support workers with clients is what we do at [Careseekers](http://www.careseekers.com.au). However, the real effectiveness of these connections often depends on the flow of communication, particularly when there's a significant change in a client's life.

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What Is Spinal Cord Injury?

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a medical condition that occurs when the spinal cord, a bundle of nerves that runs down the spine and carries messages between the brain and the rest of the body, is damaged.

Disability

What Is Multiple Sclerosis?

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a fairly common, long-term neurological condition that typically affects individuals between their twenties and forties.

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What Is Developmental Delay?

Developmental delay refers to a condition in which a child does not reach developmental milestones typically expected for their age group.

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My Client Has A Spinal Cord Injury - What Kind Of Support Services Will I Be Providing?

When providing support services to a client living with spinal cord injury, it is crucial to adopt a person-centred approach that prioritises the individual's goals and preferences.