Ability in Disability-Kalon Meraki-Myka's Place-Conflict of Interest Declaration

Conflict of Interest Declaration

Ability in Disability Pty Ltd

Including services delivered through Myka Place

And or

Kalon Meraki Pty Ltd, providing dual supports and or referrals to Ability in disability including Myka Place

Purpose

This declaration outlines how Ability in Disability Pty Ltd and its sister company, Kalon Meraki, identify, disclose, and manage actual, perceived, or potential conflicts of interest.

We are committed to protecting participant choice and control, ensuring transparency, and upholding ethical service delivery in accordance with the NDIS Act 2013 and NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Practice Standards.

Organisational Relationship

Ability in Disability Pty Ltd is a registered NDIS provider and operates Myka Place.

Kalon Meraki is a separate, sister organisation that provides in-home complex support, nursing, allied health services, school health supports, care planning, and disability consumables.

While the two organisations collaborate to support families, they operate as separate entities with independent service agreements, invoicing systems, and governance processes.

Our Commitment

We recognise that delivering multiple types of services across related entities may create actual or perceived conflicts of interest.

We are committed to ensuring that:

Participant rights are always prioritised
Choice and control are never compromised
Referrals are transparent and voluntary
Services are never conditional upon using a related entity
Participants are supported to access alternative providers if preferred

What Constitutes a Conflict of Interest

A conflict of interest may arise where:

A participant receives services from both organisations
A referral is made between Ability in Disability and Kalon Meraki
An assessment completed by one entity informs services delivered by the other
Financial or business interests could influence service recommendations

Conflicts may be:

Actual – Direct conflict exists
Perceived – It may appear a conflict exists
Potential – A conflict could arise in the future

All three are treated seriously ensuring we meet compliance requirements at all times.

How We Manage Conflicts of Interest

1. Full Disclosure

Participants are informed in writing when services involve related entities.

The relationship between organisations is clearly explained.

2. Voluntary Engagement

Participants are never required to use both organisations.

Access to respite, in-home support, assessments, or consumables is not conditional.

3. Independent Options

Participants are provided with information about alternative providers where appropriate and are encouraged to seek independent advice if desired.

4. Separate Service Agreements

Each organisation issues its own:

Service Agreement
Schedule of Supports
Invoice
Documentation

Financial and operational systems remain separate.

5. Documentation & Review

Any identified conflict of interest is:

Documented in the participant file
Discussed with the participant or nominee
Monitored by management

6. Governance Oversight

Ability in Disability maintains internal oversight processes to ensure:

Ethical referral practices
Compliance with NDIS Practice Standards
Protection of participant decision-making rights
No duplication of funded supports

Protection of Choice and Control

Participants maintain the right to:

Choose their service providers
Decline referrals
Change providers at any time
Request independent information
Make complaints without fear of disadvantage

We actively support and respect these rights.

Declaration

Ability in Disability Pty Ltd declares that it will:

Act in the best interests of participants at all times
Identify and manage conflicts of interest transparently
Prioritise participant wellbeing over organisational benefit
Ensure collaboration enhances, rather than limits, service access

We understand that trust is foundational in disability services and remain committed to ethical, accountable, and person-centred practice.

I am not required to use both organisations

I have been informed of alternative provider options

My choice and control will be respected

Participant Name: *

Participant Number: *

Nominee Name: *

Nominee email: *

Services provided by Ability on disability

Department of education in school delivery of health supports

Support coordination level 2Support coordination level 3

Participant Choice & Control Confirmation

Ability in Disability Pty Ltd / Myka Place

This form confirms that you have been informed of your rights and that your supports have been chosen freely and independently.

Please read each statement carefully and tick to confirm your understanding.

Choice & Control Confirmation

1. I have been informed that Ability in Disability Pty Ltd and Kalon Meraki are related organisations.

2. I understand that I am not required to use both organisations to access services.

3. I understand that my access to respite (Myka Place) is not dependent on using Kalon Meraki services.

4. I have been informed that I may choose any provider of my preference for supports, assessments, consumables, or nursing services.

5. I was offered information about alternative providers and understand I can request this at any time.

6. I confirm that no pressure, influence, or obligation was placed on me to select a particular provider.

7. I have had the opportunity to ask questions about how services are structured and delivered.

8. I understand that I can change providers at any time in line with my service agreement.

9. I have chosen my support roster, schedule, and services based on my personal goals and preferences.

10. I confirm that my decisions regarding supports were made freely and reflect my choice and control.

I confirm that I have had the opportunity to seek independent advice (e.g., Support Coordinator, Plan Manager, family member, advocate) before making decisions about my supports.

I understand how to make a complaint if I ever feel my choice or control is not being respected.

Participant Declaration

I confirm that the above statements are true and reflect my understanding of my rights and choices under the NDIS.

Participant name *

Nominee/Guardian (if applicable):

Kalon Meraki Pty Ltd- 243 Stirling Highway (Unit C), Claremont WA 6010

ABN: 60 643 331 195

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Ability in Disability - 243 Stirling Highway (Unit C), Claremont WA 6010

ABN: 38 638 699 699

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Support Coordinator/Representative (if applicable):

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