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  • Is it time to pay attention to how we'll feed our aging population?

    and appetites can decline for a number of reasons. Most of the discussion about the ageing population is around housing and health issues. This program looks at the task of feeding the aged and how nutritional needs and appetites change as people get...

  • Homelessness and disability

    have an intellectual disability, some are receiving cancer or a range of other medical treatments. Many have complex mental health issues, they may have substance use disorders, are survivors of complex childhood trauma or have experienced other forms...

  • For a greater good

    This year, more than 6 million doses of the influenza vaccine have been secured to ensure Australians who are most at risk of getting sick during this year’s flu season are able to access free influenza vaccines through the Australian Government’s...

  • National Stroke Week

    fatigued. Strokeline 1800 787 653 This is a free, practical and confidential advice line that may help to manage the health of a person following a stroke. Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm AEST Using an interpreter If you require an interpreter for yourself...

  • Recovery Coaching? How lived experience can help others

    There are so many services funded under the National Disability Insurance Scheme that it can be hard to keep track. One important, and unique support comes under the title: Recovery Coaching. What is it? Recovery Coaching is a service funded by the...

  • Domestic and Family Violence Easy English

    Advocacy Network Australia This is a master collection of resources from Universities, Disability Advocacy Organisations, Health Providers, Legal Centres, Family Planning Educators, the NDIS, and many others. These resources promote safety from...

  • The impact of masks for communication within the deaf community (Auslan + captioned)

    This Auslan video from the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services with closed captions describes the impact of masks for communication for people who are Deaf or have a hearing impairment. Reference: Victorian Department of Health and Human...

  • First Nations people with disability matter

    disability… it’s more like 1 in 2, with 45% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a disability or long-term health condition according to the First Peoples Disability Network. On Saturday, a wave of Black Lives Matter protests swept...

  • Caring communities - How to be a good neighbour

    the thought of “imagine if it was my Mum or Dad”, is enough impetus to do something when there are suspicions about the health or wellbeing of a neighbour. Action taken sooner rather than later will surely increase the chances of a satisfactory outcome....

  • Alfred shares his Gambling Story (Cantonese, English)

    Alfred tells the story about how gambling affected his life, and about the services that are available to help problem gamblers regain control of their lives. Resource: Alfred shares his gambling story ( Cantonese - English Subtitles)

  • My Moment of Power - Angela Kalantzis

    Since I was asked to talk about when my “Moment of Power” was, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about it. Because there isn’t one big one, there isn’t one that goes POW! And wow! Things are amazingly different. I’m living with a brain injury. My...

  • Improving communications with people with cognitive disability

    impairments related to seeing, hearing, speech and understanding. It is incumbent on each of us as service providers, health workers, families, and communities to treat adults with intellectual, cognitive, or developmental disabilities as adults. We...

  • Animals and The Benefits of Working with People with Disabilities

    humans is increasing as the years go on and many are taking up the option to buy or adopt a furry friend. There are proven health benefits of having these little guys around, including decreased stress and an increased sense of unity and happiness...

  • Local Area Coordination in the Spotlight

    There are, however, a couple of new players such as SSI (Settlement Services International) and Latrobe Community Health Services, who both have solid experience working with people with disability. SSI previously delivered the Ability Links Program in...

  • Barriers for Women with Disabilities in Sport and The Benefits

    can have positive impacts on your sense of being. It can lead to a heightened sense of accomplishment and improve mental health outcomes. A large percentage of those who find participation in sport helpful admit that achieving personal physical goals is...

  • 5 things you may not know about Autism

    important to remember if you are concerned that your child is showing signs of ASD you should contact your child and family health nurse or GP. 4. Mental Health People on the autism spectrum are more like than other people to experience mental illness....

  • Understanding the Home Care Packages

    need regular support with their personal care on most days of the week. This can include funding for nursing and specific health services and a greater range of equipment/aids may also be included in this home care package level. This home care package...

  • A Life Worth Remembering

    physical exercise, healthy eating and healthy lifestyle choices (e.g. no smoking) is essential in both heart and brain health and can aid in preventing the onset of dementia. Some factors in keeping a healthy body include: Be physically active (at least...

  • Disability Type: Cerebral Palsy

    aspects of treatment are: Maximising independent living, often with the aid of occupational therapists and other allied health teams Maximising physical activity Managing pain and other medical conditions as required References Cerebral Palsy Retrieved...

  • YES, We Do! Impact of Marriage Equality

    disability within that community. Interview with Teddy Cook from ACON Q: Teddy, you work for ACON, a New South Wales-based health promotion organisation specialising in AIDS and HIV prevention, HIV support and lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex...


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