Mental illness is a health problem that significantly affects how a person feels, thinks, behaves, and interacts with other people. Some examples of mental illness include depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addictive behaviours.
For more information visit: Mental Health Australia or National Mental Health Consumer and Carer Forum
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) manages the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
For more information visit: NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) supports people with a permanent and significant disability, which affects their ability to take part in everyday activities.
For more information visit: NDIS
The National Disability Strategy (NDS) sets out a national policy framework for improving life for Australians with disability, their families and carers. It represents a commitment from all levels of government, industry and the community to a unified, national approach to policy and program development.
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Personal care includes activities such as showering, bathing, grooming, dressing, managing medications and other general hygiene tasks.
A physical disability is a physical condition that affects a person’s mobility, physical capacity, stamina, or dexterity. Examples of physical disability include Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Chronic Arthritis, Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Spina Bifida and Spinal Cord Injury.
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Plain language is writing designed to make sure the reader understands as quickly, easily, and completely as possible. Plain language should be easy to read, understand, and use.
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