If you are an NDIS participant, family member or carer, you may be wondering what the proposed NDIS changes mean for you. This post explains the key changes for current participants, including new support needs assessments, changes to some social and community participation budgets, and updates to how plans may be managed over time.

Our BCD 80s Disco Night was more than just a party, it was a night of music, memories, confidence and connection. At one of our BCD Supported Independent Living homes, the evening was planned and prepared together. Customers were not just guests at the disco, they were part of bringing it to life.

The 2026-27 Federal Budget has now been released. This blog post gives a simple summary of the key NDIS and aged care updates for participants, older Australians, families and carers. It covers what has been confirmed, what is still unfolding, and where to find trusted official information.

The 2026-27 Federal Budget will be delivered on Tuesday 12 May 2026, and many people connected to the NDIS and aged care will be watching closely. This pre-Budget blog post looks at why the Budget matters, what NDIS participants, older Australians, families and carers may want to watch for, and why staying informed through trusted sources is the best approach while more details are confirmed.

NDIS changes announced: what's new and what it may mean for you

The federal government has announced a new set of NDIS changes that may affect participants, applicants and families over time. Some changes are expected to begin from July 2026, while others will be introduced gradually over the next few years. The announcement covers access, support budgets, plan rules, provider oversight and fraud controls. This post looks at the key changes announced this week, when they are expected to start, and what they may mean in practice.

Over 22 Years Of Care: What We've Learned About What Makes Great Support
After over 22 years supporting people and families across our local communities, we’ve learned that great support is rarely about one perfect visit - it’s about consistency, trust, and having the right people around you when life changes.

Support at Home, Made Simple: A Guide To Words & Phrases

In this easy to read guide, we explain some of the common new words used in the Support at Home program and what they mean.

A Guide To NDIS Words and Phrases

In this easy to read guide, we explain some of the common words used by the NDIS and what they mean.

The Year That Was 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we have been reflecting on the year that was across our aged care and disability support services.

Today, we wanted to do something a little different and look back at the moments, milestones and everyday achievements that have shaped the past twelve months for our customers, their families, our staff and community partners.

At the heart of it all is a simple focus supporting people towards their goals and celebrating milestones, big and small.

Merry Christmas from BCD

As we come to the end of another year, we want to wish all our customers, carers, families, staff and community partners a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy New Year.

NDIS Short Term Respite: understanding the name change and what it means for you

As of October 2025, the what used to be called Short Term Accommodation is now called Short Term Respite. This blog post explains what Short Term Respite is and what’s changed.

Our Year of Impact: 2025 Annual Highlights

Our 2025 Annual Report is out now. This year, we hit a huge milestone, we bought two new homes in Oran Park. It's the first time in almost 25 years that BCD has invested in property, in purpose-built spaces to help achieve Supported Independent Living goals. These homes will stand as a legacy of security, choice, and independence for the people who live in them.

NDIS Legislation Changes: Funding Periods (Section 33)

In this guide, we take a look at Funding Periods (Section 33), what they are and why they matter.

NDIS Legislation Changes: Impairment Notices (Section 32BA)

In this guide, we take a look at Impairment Notices (Section 32BA), what they are and why they matter if you're applying to access the NDIS or your eligibility is being reassessed.

NDIS Legislation Changes: Disability Requirements (Section 24)

In this guide, we take a look at the Disability requirements (Section 24) - what's changed, what permanent impairment and functional capacity mean in everyday life, where to find List A and List B, and why this matters if you're applying to access the NDIS or your eligibility is being reassessed.

NDIS Changes To Legislation: Separate Access Pathways, Section 21

In this blog, we unpack Separate Pathways (section 21 of legislation). When you apply to the NDIS, the NDIA will record how you met access disability requirements, early intervention requirements, or both and tell you in your access decision. Here's what that means, what stays the same for now, and why it matters.

NDIS Changes To Legislation: What's New And What It Means For You

If you or a loved one are an NDIS participant or are applying to access the NDIS, there are some important changes to the NDIS rules to know about that came into effect on 3 October 2024.

Some changes are already in place and others are coming soon.

This post breaks down some of the key changes, what they are, what they mean for you, and why they matter.

Welcome to Your BCD Village - Meet Your Clinical Nursing Team

Have you ever needed nursing help with a health condition and wanted nursing in the comfort of your own home instead of tiring long hospital waits?

If you worry about how your health is being managed so you can stay independent, you're not alone and you deserve the right nursing care and support so you can stay independent, confident, and in control of your well-being.

Welcome to Your BCD Village - Meet Your Care Central Team

As a key part of our Senior Care Worker model, Care Central is a centralised, real-time team to contact that adapts quickly to your changing rostering needs. This means we can update your schedule so you get the extra support you need, exactly when you need it.

Welcome to Your BCD Village - Meet Your Care Worker Circle

As a key part of our Senior Care Worker model, your Care Worker Circle is a dedicated team of two or three Care Workers who you’ll get to know and who’ll get to know you so every visit feels personalised, consistent, and well coordinated.