Tips for Managing Down Syndrome
Are you living with Down syndrome and looking for ways to help you manage it? Down Syndrome, also known as Trisomy 21, occurs when a baby is born with an
Supporting Someone with Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is one of the most common chromosomal conditions in Australia with up to 15,000 people living with the condition nationwide. The good news is increased research, awareness and
Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with Maple
Join the Down Syndrome community on March 21st to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! Do you know why we celebrate it on this date? Well, almost every single baby is
Why You Should Consider a Career as a Disability Support Worker
Employment in a healthcare role is one of the fastest growing and meaningful options for anyone looking for work in today’s world. While some roles in healthcare require extensive schooling
Plan Nominees & Guardians
People who live with a disability or those that care for them have a world of bureaucracy and paperwork to navigate in order to secure their needed supports when participating
Understanding the 4 Types of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a lifelong mental health condition that affects almost 3% of Australians over the age of 16. Bipolar disorder is often described as a spectrum, as some people
Understanding the Role of a Local Area Coordinator (LAC)
Every team is made up of teammates who work together to achieve a common goal. While the roles of teammates may vary according to their skills, background, or disposition, each
Helping Someone Through A Manic Episode
People who live with mental health illnesses can experience a wide array of symptoms that may impair their ability to function on a day to day basis. Whatever illness they
Announcing the New My NDIS Mobile App
Mobile applications, or apps, are pervasive in every aspect of our lives. With millions of options available to help us get things done at the tips of our fingers, these
How To Make Your Home More Accessible
An accessible home may look like every other house, except it can be lived in by anyone, particularly someone who is living with a disability or with a lack of
Explore Community Participation With Maple
Maple Community Services provides a wide array of services to people living with disabilities and others requiring assistance or support. Among these services, they assist people with activities of daily
Tips for Supporting Someone Suffering from Anxiety
There is a difference between the rational anxiety that most of us face over justified horrors in our daily lives and the anxiety that some people face for seemingly irrational