about me

I believe in creating resources for NDIS participants that support independence clear communication for personalised and aligned care.

I began working in the disability support sector before the NDIS was around and am still there today.  Over the years I recognised there's so much information about the person being cared for stored in different places that would be more beneficial to be kept in one central hub – like a diary

I couldn’t find any diaries specific to the disability sector that covered all my clients’ needs, so, I created one built from every client I’ve supported, and shaped it around what I’ve observed along the way

I then created a small, but specific product range focusing on ways that help facilitate trust and safety for someone living with disability, and openness for their caregivers and support team. Sharing and communicating important information and discoveries with each other will provide the best quality care. All The Purple Collective’s products are designed to stay with the person being cared for, so they have they their own records on hand always

Kate Smith, founder - The Purple Collective

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Evidence for an appointment. A pattern spotted three months later. Information a new support worker needs on day one. A communication diary for the days you weren't there. It all comes from writing it down, as you go. Always updated, always telling
Who actually benefits from writing it down? The family gets peace of mind — you know what happened, even on the days you weren't there. The support worker gets clarity — knowing how to show up for someone from day one, not week three.
It's dated in a weekly spread, so patterns show up across weeks, not just one day. It's sectioned, so you're not flicking through 40 pages of random notes. It becomes evidence -something real to bring to an appointment. And it travels with the person
It's dated in a weekly spread, so patterns show up across weeks, not just one day. It's sectioned, so you're not flicking through 40 pages of random notes. It becomes evidence - something real to bring to an appointment. And it travels with the perso
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