BCD

11/06/2026

💡𝘿𝙞𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬?

From 1 October 2026, some older people receiving Support at Home may have approved personal care covered through government funding. Personal care can include help with:
🚿 Showering
👕 Getting dressed
🍽️ Help with Eating
🧼 Hygiene and Grooming
🚽 Continence support
💊 Medication assistance

Personal care is more than just help with daily routines. It can help keep people safe, healthy and comfortable at home.

For example, when a care worker helps Mary shower, they may notice a red mark on her skin before it becomes a wound. Or when they help Sue with toileting, they can help her stay clean, dry and comfortable, which may help prevent skin problems, infections and falls.

Small supports each day can make a big difference.
👉🏽Read more here: https://www.bcd.org.au/news/personal-care-support-at-home

25/05/2026

Do you or someone you know need Nursing care at home?

BCD can help you with:
🩺 Clinical Nursing at Home – Assessments, reviews, reports
🕊️ Palliative and End of Life Care
💧 Continence assessments and reports
🩹 Wound and pressure care assessments
💊 Medication Support management
🚶‍♀️ Falls Prevention
🧠 Dementia and Wellbeing Support
♿Assistive Technology and Equipment recommendations
🌱 Restorative Care Pathway recommendations

Contact our team to learn more about BCD Clinical Nursing at Home services.

19/05/2026

🪩Our customer 80s Disco Night reminded us that meaningful support can happen in the everyday moments, through cooking, decorating, dancing, laughing, trying something new and feeling part of a community.

It reminded us that building independence can look like learning how to help prepare a meal. It can look like making choices about how to participate. It can look like stepping outside your comfort zone. And sometimes, it can look like dancing under disco lights with your friends, feeling completely free to be yourself.
When the crowd keeps asking…. "When can we do this again?"
We know we are winning!

👇🏽Read more on the customer experiences here https://www.bcd.org.au/news/bcd-community-disco

13/05/2026

The Federal Budget has been released, with key updates for NDIS and aged care.

From NDIS reform timelines and provider oversight to Support at Home, personal care and dementia support, there is a lot for participants, older Australians, families and carers to understand.

We’ve broken it down into a simple overview.

Read more here:
https://www.bcd.org.au/news/the-federal-budget-what-it-means-for-ndis-and-aged-care

07/05/2026

Lots is happening in the NDIS and aged care space, and the upcoming Federal Budget may bring more updates for participants, older Australians, families and carers.

We know changes can feel overwhelming, so BCD has put together a simple summary to help explain:
✅ What the Federal Budget is
✅ Why it may matter
✅ What NDIS and Aged Care areas to keep an eye on
✅ Where to find trusted updates

Easy read on what to know at a glance https://www.bcd.org.au/news/ndis-aged-care-and-the-federal-budget-2026-27-what-participants-and-families-need-to-know

The Federal Budget is expected to go live on Tuesday 12 May 2026, from around 7.30pm AEST.

28/04/2026

As part of April Falls Month, BCD’s Thriving at Home session was a lovely reminder that staying safe at home does not have to feel scary or overwhelming. Sometimes it starts with a simple conversation.
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Customers shared that they enjoyed the chance to connect with others, learn about falls prevention and take away practical ideas they could use at home. Some of the big takeaways included looking out for trip hazards, tidying cords, keeping walkways clear, staying active, and thinking about supports like rails, personal alarms, key boxes and assistive technology.
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And of course, a warm cuppa and morning tea made the learning even better.

This year’s April Falls message reminds us that talking about falls can help protect confidence, independence and safety at home. Small changes really can make a big difference. Let’s keep the conversation going, because falls prevention starts with awareness, action and a good chat.

23/04/2026

There’s been a lot happening in the NDIS space this week, and it can feel like a lot to take in. With more changes expected, it’s important that participants, families and carers have clear, simple information about what may be ahead.

BCD has put together an easy-to-read update to help explain the key changes and what they could mean to you 👉🏼 https://www.bcd.org.au/news/ndis-changes-2026

20/04/2026

“𝘾𝙖𝙣 𝙄 𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙢𝙮 𝙉𝘿𝙄𝙎 𝙛𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙮?” 𝙇𝙚𝙩’𝙨 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙮𝙩𝙝.
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It is a question that comes up often, and one that can cause real confusion. While the NDIS does not fund holidays themselves, it may fund disability-related supports required while away if they meet the funding criteria. Understanding the difference can help you make informed choices and avoid common misconceptions.

👉🏽 Read more here -

There is a lot of confusion about what NDIS funding can and cannot be used for, especially when it comes to holidays, everyday costs and other extras. This blog post explains the difference between legitimate disability supports and ordinary living expenses, clears up common myths around short term

13/04/2026

Choosing an NDIS provider is rarely just about the checklist. Yes, things like registration and systems matter. But what really stands out is how support feels day to day.

We see it in the small moments from our customers…being listened to, feeling understood, and having support that genuinely fits your life. It’s also taught us to trust that instinct. When something feels off, it usually is. And when it feels right, it builds confidence, consistency and trust over time.

This is something we’ll keep exploring in our Myth Busters blog series, sharing what we seen, heard and learnt along the way.

Finding the right provider isn’t just about services, it’s about the right fit.
👉 Read more: https://www.bcd.org.au/news/what-to-look-for-in-an-ndis-provider

09/04/2026

𝙂𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙗𝙪𝙧𝙣 & 𝙎𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨: 𝘼𝙜𝙚𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙒𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 – 𝙅𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝘽𝘾𝘿! 💙
Looking for a friendly, flexible role where you can make a real difference?

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪’𝙡𝙡 𝙙𝙤:
• Support people with daily living, personal care & community access
• Build positive, meaningful relationships
𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝘽𝘾𝘿:
• Supportive team
• Flexible hours
• Paid training & growth
𝙔𝙤𝙪:
• Kind, reliable, community-minded
• Must have industry experience in disability or aged care support work

𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮: bcd.org.au/join-our-team Casual ongoing roles, hourly rate $43.23+