NDIS Resources

Recently, the CHESS NDIS intake team was contacted by Emma* the mother of Sarah,* a young woman living with intellectual disability. Emma had heard of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and knew that it could assist her daughter but was unclear where to start. As many of our readers will know, a lot of […]

I am a keen meditator and believe that mindfulness meditation can be introduced to all aspects of our lives. Recently I conducted a short mindfulness meditation exercise prior to a Senior Managers Meeting for the first time. After just a few minutes of sitting quietly and being guided through a meditation I noticed that managers […]

We asked our HR Manager Linda Williams about some of the best and worst things you can do in an job interview. Linda can call on a wealth of experience in recruitment, staff induction, training and development. She provides advice and assistance in a range of areas, including workplace relations, helping employees to reach their […]

We interviewed our performance support manager Michael Sullivan to pick his brain on some of the best ways new jobseekers can enter the employment market. Michael has 8 years experience working in the disability and rehabilitation sector both in Canada and here in Australia. Joining CHESS in 2014 as an Employment Consultant and Site Manager, […]

For some, especially those living with mental ill health, the holidays can be an anxious time. Large family gatherings, public outings, financial hardship or loneliness can increase symptoms of anxiety and depression. To help support the well-being of everybody these holidays we’ve pulled together some expert advice and strategies to keep you focused and mindful […]