This popular workshop (Thursday 23rd May 2024) will cover crucial questions and concerns frequently raised by families regarding Centrelink, NDIS and Medicare at this age. It’s especially important to know what you should start doing before your child turns 16.
What do you need to know for your child with a disability when they are approaching 16 years of age?
We invite you to attend:
Approaching 16 Workshop
Date: Thursday 23rd May 2024
Time: 10am – 12:30pm
Location: City West Lotteries House
2 Delhi St, West Perth
Cost: $30 DDWA members
$45 non-members
Morning tea provided.
FAQ: Can I use NDIS funding?
Yes, you can use funding from Capacity Building daily budget, specifically Parent Carer training. “Training for Carers/Parents (Item Number:15_038_0117_1_3)”
We will cover a range of topics, including:.
- Disability Support Pension Application for 16+ years
- Talking to Centrelink, Medicare, and NDIS as Your Child’s Nominee
- Medicare Privacy After a Child Turns 14
- Carer Payments/Allowance (16+ years)
- Health Care Cards Entitlements
And more.
We are also pleased to have guest presenters joining us:
- Centrelink (Services Australia), Community Engagement Officers:
offering insights into government support programs
Who should attend?
This workshop is for parents/carers and supporters of children with disability aged 14-18 years.
If you have any other inquiries or need assistance with registration, please do not hesitate to contact Leticia Grant or Teresa Pracilio at (08) 9420 7203 or email ddwa@ddwa.org.au.
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