Making the Most of the NDIS –Springfield

Community Resource Unit Inc. (CRU)

Workshop Series Overview

  • The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)is a new way of supporting people with a disability that is starting soon in Queensland.
  • This is a series of short workshops that provide information about the NDIS and help people to think about how they can best use the opportunities offered by the new scheme.
  • You can register for one, some or all of the sessions.
  • The workshops are funded by the Queensland Government so there is no cost to register.
  • Places are limited.

Session Descriptions

The NDIS – Getting Informed

  • This provides information about the why, when and how of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Queensland, and the things you can do now to get ready.
  • 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Monday 6th June, 2016.

The NDIS – Starting to Plan

  • This workshop follows on from the “Getting Informed” session and will help you to get ready for the NDIS by thinking about the life you want and the goals and aspirations that are important to you. What will a good life look like for you?
  • 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM, Monday 6th June, 2016.

The NDIS – Understanding Supports

  • This is a new session for 2016.
  • People who have attended a “Getting Informed” session or “Taking Charge of Change” workshop can start to identify the funded supports needed to complement and strengthen informal, community and mainstream supports that help create and sustain a good life. How can you blend funded NDIS support with natural supports that come from family, friends and community?
  • 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Tuesday 7th June, 2016.

The NDIS – Managing Your Supports

  • This is a new session for 2016.
  • People who have attended a “Getting Informed” session or “Taking Charge of Change” workshop can draw on experience and wisdom from Queensland to assist them in looking at ways they can both manage and direct the support they need to sustain a good life. How can you use the NDIS to have more choice and control?
  • 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM, Tuesday 7th June, 2016.

Who Should Attend

These workshopsare for people with a disability, families and their close friendswho are interested in hearing about the NDIS and exploring what they can do to be ready for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Event and Venue Information

Event details

  • Workshops will be run on Monday 6th and Tuesday 7th June 2016.
  • The first workshop on Monday “The NDIS – Getting Informed” runs from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
  • The second workshop on Monday “The NDIS – Starting to Plan” runs from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM.
  • The first workshop on Tuesday “The NDIS – Understanding Supports” runs from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
  • The second workshop on Tuesday “The NDIS – Managing Your Supports” runs from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM.
  • Please arrive a little early so we can start on time.
  • Refreshments will be provided, including a light lunch for people who register for both sessions on the same day.

Venue details

  • Springfield Tavern, Corner Springfield Parkway and Commercial Drive
    Springfield
  • Phone: 07 3818 2822

How to Register

  • Tickets can be booked via our Eventbrite page:
  • For each session you would like to attend, you need to select a ticket for that session.
  • Ticket sales close on the 1st June 2016.
  • If you experience any issues registering for this event, please call CRU on 07 3844 2211.

Our Presenters

  • One of our team of experienced presenters will deliver this workshop.
  • Each member of our team has many years of experience working with people with a disability and their families.
  • Some of our team also have family members who have a disability and will share from personal experience.
  • Read more about them on our website:

About Community Resource Unit Inc.

  • CRU has a 28 year track record of working across Queensland to help people with a disability take control of their lives and take their place in their community.

Contact Community Resource Unit Inc.

  • Phone: 07 3844 2211
  • Email:
  • Website:
  • Address: Level 2, 43 Peel Street. South Brisbane. Queensland.