The Insurance Scheme



I have just had my first planning meeting, and let me list how I felt throughout:
Nervous
Confronted
Sad
Hopeful

It started with another assessment that focused on the negatives. I must admit, it's been a while since I have had to be reminded of all the things Ryley can't do.
And then of course there was there were questions like this:
So, how often do you go out without your children? Once a week? More? Less?
I am certain I pulled a face and laughed.
Let's say once or twice a YEAR. If that. Oh hang on. Does that include work?
No.
Oh.

I am hopeful though. I do feel as though Ryley will be allocated a fair chunk of funding. Which will mean he can move towards greater independence (and more time with peers and not his boring annoying parents). So I am excited for that.

For long time readers of this blog, you will know that I lobbied for these changes to the disability support schemes. But I grew tired. Exhausted actually, with always have to raise awareness and 'fight' some bureaucratic system. I opted out.

But as we step into these changes, I am confident it will deliver better outcomes for people living with a disability. It will hopefully offer more choice, and a freedom that has previously not been available. I am certain it will provide more supports for families. My only hope is that these will be quality supports. Not just thrown together, money-grabbing organisations or businesses that take advantage of people who are vulnerable.
Time will tell.

I will continue to share our experiences.





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  1. This article highlights the emotional journey and challenges faced by families with disabilities as they navigate through planning meetings and assessments. The author's candid expression of feeling nervous, confronted, sad, and hopeful resonates with many parents in similar situations. The process of being reminded of the limitations and struggles their child faces can be emotionally taxing. The mention of changes in disability support schemes and the potential for increased funding brings a sense of hope for the future. The author's past advocacy efforts demonstrate a strong commitment to fighting for better outcomes and support for people with disabilities. However, there is also a hint of weariness from constantly having to battle bureaucratic systems. To discuss more about visit Financial Planning In Dubai

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