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Carer’s guide to discussing sex with people with intellectual disability
and sexual health. However, people with intellectual disability have the same rights to sexual and reproductive health as others in the community. In addition, increased sexual health knowledge can lead to the prevention, early detection and treatment...
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LOV(E)ing when you are older and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex
needs and preferences which lead to facilitation of greater social connectivity, improved social inclusion and appropriate health education for LGBTI members. There are a number of Fact Sheets available to download from the LOVE Project website. These...
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Calls to the COVID-19 Disability Info Helpline
experienced a surge in calls related to the Victorian restrictions. As the rules and situations change and major public health decisions are made, the need for disability specifc information continues. IDEAS has provided an infographic version of the...
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Self-care in the time of COVID-19
Start a journal – if stuck on what to write, start with what you are grateful for. Need more help? Look after your Mental Health National Crisis Numbers How to maintain healthy habits during COVID-19 with food and exercise How to get a Mental Health...
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Raising Healthy Minds app: A guide to help parents support their child’s mental wellbeing
and Android devices! The director of Raising Children Network, Derek McCormack, wanted to bring awareness to the mental health of younger children. As the app focuses on children aged 12 years and under, it allows parents to navigate whether their child...
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Don't wait for a crisis - start planning your aged care now
have a stroke, or develop dementia before having shared your thoughts? We’re all ageing, and none of us knows when our health will deteriorate to the point where we need daily domestic or medical assistance. In the absence of clear instructions, you may...
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Thunderstorm Asthma Alerts
across the Riverina and pending thunderstorm activity. Charles Sturt University and the Wagga Asthma and Collaborative of Health Professionals, have established an SMS text message and email notifications system. You can register for alerts on high-risk...
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Creative Ways to Heal through Art - Mel Pym
Melissa Pym's story about how art motivates her to get up every day despite her many disabilities with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Lyme Disease. I never know what parts of my body are going to work from day to day. At the moment,...
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Final report from Aged Care Commission tabled
clearing the home care waiting list. A more restorative and preventative approach to care, with increased access to allied health care in both home and residential aged care. Increased support for the development of "small household" models of...
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Disability Royal Commission looks at the criminal justice system
blood,” said Ms Seares, a former chairwoman of the NSW Council for Intellectual Disability, and a solicitor from the Mental Health Advocacy Service. “The smell of dried blood mixed with body odour and the sight of that graffiti is something that will be...
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Speak My Language - Radio conversations about Ageing Well in Australia
senior members of our communities to understand recent changes to aged care, and make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing. Tune in and listen to on a range of ethnic radio stations as the hosts speak to aged care experts and hear from...
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Newsletter of IDEAS January-February 2019
2019 edition. Stream or download below. Topics include: Accessible Telecoms IDEAS Power Blog IDEAS AGM and Annual Report My Health Record opt-out extended Top Tips for your NDIS Plan review Low cost 3D printed prosthetic limbs
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NDIS Disability Type: Cri du chat Syndrome
This fact sheet provides information about Cri du chat Syndrome, its frequency, its signs and symptoms and treatment options. Cri du chat syndrome is a genetic condition, and is sometimes referred to as 5p- (5p minus) syndrome or cat’s cry syndrome. It...
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Life... Live It Save It!
home. The decision to participate in the LIFE...Live it Save it! program may save the life of someone you know. Resource: Health Ambulance Service of NSW Download: Life... Live It Save It!
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Healthy Relationships
Positive, safe and respectful relationships are important because they're fundamental to health and wellbeing. Resource: Relationships Victoria Download: Healthy Relationships
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Stop the Spread
The Australian Department of Health has launched a national campaign to help all Australians be informed and prepared for the coronavirus pandemic. The campaign focus is on “Stop the Spread and Stay Healthy” and aims to reduce the risk to individuals...
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NSW Ageing Strategy Implementation Plan 2016 -2020
NSW Ageing Strategy, to achieve better outcomes for an ageing population. This plan focuses on the five priority areas of Health and Wellbeing, Working and Retirement, Housing Choices, Getting Around (Transport) and Inclusive Communities. 17 pages...
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Ageing Strategy 2016 -2020 Year One Progress Report
action and outcomes for those that have been completed. The NSW Ageing Strategy 2016–2020 set out five priority areas: health and wellbeing, working and retiring, housing choices, getting around, and inclusive communities. These priorities emerged from...
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NSW Ageing Strategy 60 – 79 Research Report Jan 2018
This report was commissioned by FACS to gain an understanding of the experiences, needs, preferences and attitudes of people in the 60-79 age bracket, and their thoughts about ageing. In 2015, Ipsos SRI was commissioned by the NSW Department of Family...
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NSW Ageing Strategy 80+ Research Report April 2018
This report was commissioned by FACS to gain an understanding of the experiences, needs, preferences and attitudes of people in the 80+ age bracket and their thoughts about ageing. In 2015, Ipsos SRI was commissioned by the NSW Department of Family and...
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