5 Key Benefits of Hiring Young People

With 18% of the Australian youth labour force underemployed the employment outlook for many young Australians is profoundly different than...

A Guide to Picking a Disability Employment Provider

If you are eligible to use a Disability Employment Service (DES provider) then you get to choose which one you want to go to.

What is Psychosocial Disability & How Can the NDIS Help?

Psychosocial Disability (PSD) is a term used to describe disabilities that may arise, due to mental health issues. There is potential for the upcoming National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to greatly improve the lives of people living with PSD

Collaborating with Baagi Milaygiin – “Grandmothers Spirit”

During the height of pandemic restrictions, our ParentsNext team worked closely with local parents who were feeling the strain of supporting their young families during the stresses of lockdown. With the wellbeing of our parents top of mind, a collaboration with local Blak Business Baagi Milaygiin blossomed.

Meet Andy! Our Newest NDIS Support Coordinator

Support Coordination is an empowering, creative and supportive function of the NDIS that highlights the strengths of the participant and enables them to practice self-agency, get the most out of their plan and in a broader sense, control over their life choices. Andrea Benson is the newest Support Coordinator to join our team. We sat down with Andy to learn more about her passion for person-centric service for people with disability

Employment Success for Nambucca Local Ollie

When Young Nambucca local Ollie Walshe finished work with a previous employer in the area, he wanted to find new employment. Ollie faced some challenges finding work due to his disability. But he never let this hold him back.

7 Trauma Informed Customer Service Techniques for Challenging Times

It's a tricky time for businesses to navigate right now. Business owners are doing the best they can to serve their customers, maintain relationships and adhere to health orders, including asking difficult questions around vaccination. There are a few things that you can do to manage challenging interactions so that any potential impacts for your staff or customers are reduced as much as possible.

How to pick a NDIS Service Provider

Confused on how to pick a NDIS Service Provider? We've put together a handy guide with 5 quick tips on important things to consider when deciding on a NDIS Service Provider.

Choices Open Up for Kempsey Mum on ParentsNext

With the help of ParentsNext a Kempsey single mum was able to access guidance, support and financial assistance to enrol in TAFE to learn new skills, overcome travel challenges and access employment options in the region. This is her story of success.

ParentsNext Success for Local Coffs Harbour Mum

ParentsNext Coffs Harbour mum Ebannie is 26 years old and a mother to her 4 year old daughter. With the help of her ParentsNext Mentor she was able to access guidance, support and financial assistance to complete her Nursing Degree. Now Ebannie will soon be a fully qualified Registered Nurse. This is her story of success.

Jonathon Pettigrew joins CHESS Connect as NDIS General Manager

Bringing a wealth of management experience, Jonathon Pettigrew, is looking forward to making an impact as CHESS Connect's new NDIS General Manager.

Relaunching Parent’s Career Aspirations

Available to ParentsNext participants, the Relaunch Career Program supports parents to plan for employment.

Lockdown Update CHESS Connect 16 August 2021

To our customers and community. Firstly, we would like to acknowledge the stress and uncertainty being experienced at the moment...