People impacted by disability face complex financial decisions, including managing resources, understanding entitlements, and planning for their future. In an environment where there is continuous change and currently a significant transition from block funding to individual choice underway, the need for financial literacy and sharing information that may help people and families reduce friction in this complex system was obvious. Anne Mecham and Helena Jakupovic are a powerhouse of knowledge and expertise and generously share their insights in this must listen to episode. Listen in as they uncover a myriad of resources and tools to help individuals and families navigate this complex space that many are not aware of.
Links and resources :
Financial Wellbeing Collective https://thefwc.org.au/
Future Living https://www.futureliving.org.au/
Anglicare Financial Counselling https://www.anglicarewa.org.au/get-help/financial-assistance/financial-counselling
National Alliance of Capacity Building Organisations https://www.nacbo.org.au/
MicroBoards https://microboards.org.au/
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