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In this episode, we dive into two big conversations every occupational therapist, and anyone in the disability space, needs to hear. First, we reflect on the reality of career uncertainty in OT. Whether you're in private practice, working for yourself, or exploring other sectors, we talk about the importance of backup plans, transferable skills, and why it’s okay to reassess your path without guil...

This week on   OT Unplugged , Sarah, Nikki, and Alyce swap Oodie stories (pandas vs. champagne avocados), laugh about missing wine bottles and Lego office décor, and then get serious about something far less cozy — the way NDIS policy shifts often reach providers first through the media rather than direct communication. In this episode, we explore: The Numbers Game:   What the latest NDI...

This week on OT Unplugged, Sarah, Nikki and Alyce take you from heartwarming wheelchair wins to head-scratching NDIS decisions and everything in between. We share a six-year success story that proves sometimes you don’t have to reinvent the wheel… while also diving into a “Dick Decision of the Week” that left one client trapped in their home thanks to baffling bureaucratic delays. We unpack what t...

In this lively and unfiltered episode of OT Unplugged, Sarah, Nikki and Alyce dive deep into the real behind-the-scenes of OT life. From forgotten billing and chaotic clinical loads to dodgy grocery deliveries and what not to do with the NDIS logo. You'll laugh, nod in solidarity, and feel the fire of advocacy as the team navigates everything from hosting students and juggling admin to prepping fo...

This week Nikki, Alyce and Sarah dive deep into the often wild, always unpredictable world of community occupational therapy. From ferrets and replica Rambo knives to renovation chaos and rogue spiders, the trio share some of their most unforgettable home visit moments and and the crucial safety lessons they’ve learned along the way. But this isn’t just a collection of wild stories. We explore the...

In this episode of OT Unplugged, Nikki, Alyce and Sarah return from the school holiday juggle and dive straight into the increasingly challenging realities of working in the NDIS space. From the chaos of school drop-offs and camp kitchens to the harsh truths of the new NDIS price guide, the team doesn’t hold back. They share what it really looks like for OT providers navigating service cuts, plan...

The recording of "Climbing the Mountain: Maintaining OT Presence in an Evolving NDIS" is now ready. Delivered as a presentation at the recent OTA conference by Sarah Collison and Jenny Gribbin, we are sharing the recording so that every OT navigating the NDIS can listen, reflect, and reconnect with the power of our collective journey. This talk is a love letter to our profession. It’s the story of...

In this raw and real episode of OT Unplugged, we’re back from the OT Australia Conference in Adelaide — inspired, exhausted, and now smacked in the face by July 1 changes to the NDIS Price Guide. Sarah, Nikki, and Alyce get candid about the emotional rollercoaster of returning to real life after a week of professional connection, community hugs, and the sudden reality of delivering OT services in...

In this week’s episode of OT Unplugged, Nikki and Alyce hold the fort while sending love and support to Sarah, who's attending a family funeral. Amidst personal challenges, EOFY chaos, and the looming OT Conference, Nikki and Alyce dive deep into the storm that is sweeping through the NDIS OT community. From burnout and business survival to media advocacy and political silence, they discuss the em...

The Most Disastrous Price Guide Ever? Let’s Talk About It. This week on OT Unplugged, we're diving headfirst into what might be the most chaotic and damaging NDIS Price Guide we’ve ever seen. Raw, unfiltered, and recorded just hours after its release, this episode captures the real-time emotional and professional impact on OTs across Australia. From gut-wrenching client stories to logistical night...

NDIS Pricing Bombshell: What It Means for OTs, Physios & Practice Owners Hold onto your spreadsheets — this week, the NDIS Annual Pricing Review has dropped, and the ripples are real. In this two-part episode, Sarah, Nikki, and Alyce break down what the new pricing changes mean for OTs, physios, and allied health practice owners. From the calm-before-the-storm long weekend catch-up to Nikki ra...

Episode Summary: In this jam-packed episode of OT Unplugged , Sarah, Nikki, and Alyce dive deep into the chaos and clarity of OT life as the new financial year looms. From backseat laptop sessions and overflowing diaries to the real cost of missed billable time, we get honest about what it really takes to survive – and thrive – in today's OT landscape. We break down: What the Section 33...

In this weeks episode we discuss the latest on Section 33 changes and the updates to Foundational Supports. To access the free webinar head to https://www.verveotlearning.com.au/ndis-insights-unpacking-changes-to-ndis-section-33

In this episode of OT Unplugged , we dive headfirst into the sweeping changes triggered by Section 33 of the NDIS Act, which came into effect on May 19. These changes have introduced locked funding periods within participant plans, meaning OTs and providers can no longer rely on full plan budgets being accessible up front. Instead, budgets are now broken into quarterly allocations, and unspent fun...

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Show Links The Australian Neurodivergent Parents Association - https://sites.google.com/view/theanpa/home?authuser National Best Practice Framework for Early Childhood Intervention information session - https://events.humanitix.com/national-best-practice-framework-for-early-childhood-intervention-information-session?hxchl=mkt-hme Don't forget to book your tickets!! PERTH Networking Drinks 14 May 2...

Podcast Link -  https://commongrounddisability.substack.com/p/surviving-stated-supports-and-section Don't forget to book your tickets!! PERTH Networking Drinks 14 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ MELBOURNE Networking Drinks  20 May 2025 -  https://www.trybooking.com/DBAWQ ADELAIDE Networking Drinks  24 June 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAIQD  

We hope to see you at one of the Networking Events Click on the link below to book! PERTH 14 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ ADELAIDE 24 June 2025 https://www.trybooking.com/DAIQD

Daily Mail article  https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/nrl/article-14525417/Wife-reveals-harrowing-reality-living-former-rugby-league-player-battling-CTE-dementia.html Youtube Video Story on Trevor Crow - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjV3WAWKFKg&t=5s  

This week we discuss the ART of War: Fighting for What’s Reasonable & Necessary Links for Show notes – Facebook Page   –   ADHD OTs providing OT to ADHDers!!   https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18gRiwVxqb/ Daily Telegraph Article from Sarah’s Linked In -  https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/national/australian-law-firms-made-37m-representing-failing-ndis/news-story/d473f1...

This week we discuss Scallop Pies, ATSA Highlights & A Toast to Strong Women following International Women's Day. Please see links below as discussed during this episode: National Assistance Card - https://www.nationalassistancecard.com.au KISA phone - https://kisa.com.au Tochie Smart Speaker - https://homelifetech.com.au/products/tochie-smart-speaker Studio 10 Segment - https://www.news.com.a...

In this week's episode we discuss Providing Therapy in Schools, Cancellation Charges and Split Billing Tasmania Networking Drinks Event -  https://www.trybooking.com/CYZCP   Kelly Mahler’s Interception Curriculum - https://www.kelly-mahler.com/product/the-interoception-curriculum-a-step-bystep-guide-to-developing-mindful-self-regulation/  

In this weeks episode we discuss OT advocacy, support needs assessments and NDIS report writing challenges. To connect with OTSI, please visit their website: https://otsi.net.au/