Summer Foundation Podcasts

In this episode of Reasonable and Necessary, Dr George speaks with Megan Topping (La Trobe University PhD research student) and Carl Thompson (NDIS participant and director of support coordination provider 'Sort Your Support') about what NDIS participants really want from support workers.

In this episode of Reasonable and Necessary Dr George follows up with the newly elected Minister about what he’s learned about the NDIS since taking over, and what he’s going to do to rebuild it now that he’s in charge. Fixing the issue of people stuck in hospital, bringing forward the 10-year review and restructuring the appeals process are just a few of the topics they cover

In research by the Summer Foundation and La Trobe University, participants revealed that their relationship with the NDIA needs repairing – most had lost confidence and trust in the NDIA. Many recognised that they can’t opt out of this relationship, so with the appointment of a new government, many participants are optimistic that the time may be right for an honest dialogue between all parties about the future of the NDIS.

Dr George Taleporos speaks to a panel of disability advocates, where they examine the topics discussed in the previous episodes of the election series. They cover all things NDIS - funding cuts, operational issues, workforce, cost versus value and the damage of a ‘cost-first’ mentality.

Dr George Taleporos speaks to Shadow Minister for the NDIS, Bill Shorten in today’s episode of Reasonable & Necessary. Mr Shorten talks about his plans for the NDIS if he’s elected and how he plans to bring more people with disability into administering the NDIS, how they plan to make the NDIS more sustainable and how a Labor government plans to stop blanket cuts to participants’ plans.

Election 2022 and the NDIS: Interview with Senator Jordon Steele-John by Summer Foundation Ltd

In the first episode of our election special, Dr George Taleporos talks to the Hon Linda Reynolds, Minister for the NDIS. In this important conversation, Minister Reynolds talks through her priorities for the NDIS if re-elected, which include participant-centred reforms, extra funding and reducing wait times around housing and support decisions.

In this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, we meet NDIS participant Leila Bowheen who has been stuck in hospital for almost a year, waiting for housing and support. We also talk to Adam Horsburgh, CEO at the Austin Hospital for his take on the problem and how it can be solved This interview was recorded in April 2022. Part of the Reasonable and Necessary podcast series.

In this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, George is speaking with Therese Clark from Barwon Health to find out how people with disability (PWD) can access free rapid antigen tests (RAT) through the Victorian Government Disability Liaison Officer service.

In this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, George is speaking with NDIA CEO Martin Hoffman about what’s new in the NDIS for 2022. We talk about codesign, NDIS appeals, COVID-19 and much more. This interview was recorded on 14 February 2022.

In this final episode of the Reasonable and Necessary COVID-19 series, Dr George Taleporos speaks to Linda Hughes, UpSkill Lead and parent to a man who has complex needs. They go into detail about why it’s so important to make a plan for ‘COVID-normal’, and the most useful tools that will help you plan for the ‘what ifs’. This interview was recorded on 19 November 2021. The following websites were referenced in this episode: Hospital Passport https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0032/858362/3.-Julians-Key-Health-Passport-100gsm-LHC-staple.pdf A2D Admission to discharge http://a2d.healthcare Top 5 things for hospital staff to know http://a2d.healthcare/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/TOP-5_-Information.pdf Developmental Disability WA – My Hospital Passport https://ddwa.org.au/forms-to-help-you-prepare-for-an-emergency-hospital-visit/hospital-passport-march-2020/ Part of the Reasonable and Necessary podcast – Living with COVID series. For more episodes visit: https://www.summerfoundati

Dr George Taleporos speaks to Australia's Disability Discrimination Commissioner, Dr. Ben Gauntlett about the human rights impact of the pandemic. This interview was recorded on 27 October 2021.

In this episode of Reasonable and Necessary, Dr George Taleporos gets vaccinated without leaving the house and then speaks to the Disability Liaison Officer, who can help people to get vaccinated. This interview was recorded on 19 November 2021.

Dr George Taleporos speaks to anti-violence and disability advocate Anj Barker about her experience of catching COVID and being forced into hospital. This interview was recorded on 8 November 2021.

Dr George Taleporos speaks to The Chair of Disability and Health, University of Melbourne, Professor Anne Kavanagh, about vaccination for people with with complex needs and tips to stay safe from COVID-19. This interview was recorded on 28 October 2021.

Dr George Taleporos speaks to Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd about rapid antigen testing in the disability sector, vaccination, when there is a substitute decision maker, and much more.

Special Series - Living with COVID Dr George Taleporos speaks to the acting NDIS Commissioner, Samantha Taylor about mandatory vaccination and the role of disability service providers in supporting us to stay safe through the pandemic. This interview was recorded on 3 November 2021.

Dr George Taleporos speaks to the Deputy CEO of the NDIA, Lisa Studdert about the role of the NDIS in supporting people through the pandemic. This interview was recorded on 3 November 2021. Part of the Reasonable and Necessary podcast – Living with COVID series. For more episodes visit: https://www.summerfoundation.org.au/resources/reasonable-and-necessary-podcast-series/

Dr George Taleporos speaks to NDIS Shadow Minister Bill Shorten on what it took to create the NDIS and where it may be heading.

Reasonable & Necessary with Dr George - Interview with Senator Jordan Steele-John by Summer Foundation Ltd