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Chris’s story

Through his NDIS package 23year old Chris is learning to become more independent, setting himself up for his life into the future. One of the early rollout clients, Chris and his family have now had the chance to really experience the difference his NDIS plan has made. While the family opted for NDIA the look […]

TRAVEL THE WORLD WITH IOE

Interchange Outer East is offering another round of exciting trips to memorable destinations throughout the world during 2018. Read on to give you an idea of what to expect! ‘Last September a group of 19 of us set off for a European adventure. And what an adventure it was! Our’s was a fairly fast paced […]

THUMBS UP FOR TEEN SIBS

Last Friday I had the privilege of joining our Sibling Program coordinator, Jenna, on a sibs activity. My first thought was one of sheer horror when I realised that I would be spending the evening with 16 teenagers and mostly boys! After having my own teenagers they are sometimes my least favourite creatures! Off we […]

TWO WEEKS OF ADVENTURE

On Tuesday the 2nd of January, seven of us Jess, Jack, Sophie, Sean, Josh, Elise and myself embarked on our adventure that would see us through three states, lots of coastline, a few lakes, a couple of rivers and rainforests, trying local foods and experiences in the towns and cities we went through and meeting […]

A VERY SPECIAL RELATIONSHIP

The passing of Eliza has been difficult for many at IOE, she has been a part of the community for over 16 years. When everyone joined together to celebrate her life it was obvious the whole family had made some precious and longstanding connections with staff at IOE. I introduced Tara Cantwell to Eliza when […]

#VOLUNTEERFORDISABILITY

Interchange’s peak body,  Interchange Incorporated, launched its national call to action for more volunteers and greater awareness of volunteering in the disability sector,  on International Volunteer Day, December 5. You may have seen or heard the story over the media or seen the #VolunteerForDisability hashtag on your Facebook news feed. This campaign is one element […]

IOE SUPPORT COSTS UPDATED

IOE has released its latest price guide governing the cost of purchasing support for families who have not yet transitioned to NDIS. The updated guide reflects an increase in wages to all employees and comes into effect on 1st January 2018. During the transition period, until the full introduction of the NDIS, IOE will continue […]