Today's Date: Saturday, July 4, 2009
Education and Training
- Epilepsy & You
An informal, interactive seminar for those who have epilepsy, as well as parents, carers & teachers. Wednesday 15 July, Camberwell.Posted:
- National Respite Conference
Respite is a necessity, NOT a luxury!
The National Respite Conference is an initiative by Interchange to provide an opportunity to share best practice and discuss some of the key issues we face in the respite sector. 27 to 29 October, Adelaide.Posted:
- Disability and Sexuality Forum
This thought provoking forum will explore the sexual needs and wants of people with a disability. Participants will be provided with an opportunity to share ideas, network and meet people currently working in the sex industry. 29 July, Melbourne.Posted:
- Guardianship and Administration Information session for professionals
Free information session for professionals in the North West Melbourne metropolitan area, 90 minutes by VCAT, Office of the Public Advocate, State Trustees. Melbourne, July 29.Posted:
Guardianship and Administration involves the protection of adults whio have a disability and who need a substitute decision-maker. Session will cover access to organisations and how professionals can assist those who are cognitively impaired.
- In-depth leadership course in Optimal Individualised Service Design
Lately we have paid much attention to person centred approaches to supporting people with disabilities. However, even with the best intentions, we are still scratching at the surface and people are struggling to genuinely gain uniquely tailored supports that meet their fundamental needs, wants and aspirations in the community.Posted:
A greater depth in understanding and greater discussion around the contours of theory will be explored at this 2009 event. 10th August to 14th August 2009 and 31st August to 04th September 2009. Melbourne, Australia.
Events and Activities
- VOTA 2009 Conference
The VOTA (Victorian Offender Treatment Association) 2009 Conference will be held at the Sebel Albert Park Hotel in Melbourne from 28 to 30 October 2009.Posted:
- Basketball @ Monbulk
Now on July 18th!
The basketball skills session that was scheduled for Saturday 4 July has been moved to Saturday 18 July. Mark it in your diaries!Posted:
- Young People in Nursing Homes Forum
This forum is specifically for family members and carers who have a young person (under 65 years) living in a nursing home. Tuesday 14 and Thursday 16 July, Geelong.Posted:
- Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre - MARC-abilities
Innovative support for people with a disability
MARC-ability programs are free in August 09 for first time users at the Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre (MARC). Includes the Attendant Support Initiative (ASI) Program (recent program award winner by ARV), Aqua Movement class and Areo Fit class - for all abilities.Posted:
- Arts-Activated Conference announced for 2010
Invitation to present – Call for papers
Accessible Arts is convening the second Arts Activated Conference at the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney on 25 and 26 March 2010. The theme of the conference, 'Arts - Access - Excellence', will explore process, practice and innovation relating to inclusion of people with disability in the arts.Posted:
News
- YMCA Access for All Abilities has moved location
Access for All Abilities in the Yarra Ranges has moved!Posted:
- Disability News on Radio
Radio Port Phillip Open Day
Many community groups and presenters will take part in 3RPP's Open Day on Sunday 5 July in Mornington, including the team from The Disability Shop.Posted:
- Consumer and Family Management of Disability Supports
Expressions of interest are invited consumers and families wanting to self-manage their disability supports, and from disability agencies around the country willing to host consumer/family management arrangements.Posted:
Services and Programs
- Bayside Pirates Futsal (indoor soccer) expressions of interest
We are seeking people who would like to join to learn how to play futsal in Cheltenham. A boys' academy is currently running, and we are seeking interest in a girls' and mixed ID Academy (all ages welcome). Once we have the numbers the Academy program will start. Individuals and groups welcome to apply.Posted:
- Tennis lessons for people with an intellectual disability
This is great opportunity to try tennis for the first time or improve your skills. Every Sunday in Dandenong.Posted:
- Working with Multiple Sclerosis
An education program for people with MS in the workforce
Designed to give you information, resources, strategies and advice, this one day education program is for people with MS in the workforce, but with questions about their entitlements, managing symptoms whilst at work, their obligations or the obligations of employers. Monday 13 and Monday 20 July, Blackburn.Posted:
- Vacancies at Brite Services
Brite Services currently has vacancies for new employees with a disability. Brite Services is an Australian Disability Enterprise located in Broadmeadows, VIC that provides employment and training for people with a disability.Posted:
- Sports Equipment Library Ballarat
Borrow sports equipment for free!
The Sports Equipment Library gives all individuals, clubs, organisations and community groups the opportunity to borrow an amazing variety of sport and recreational equipment for your next weekend, training session, staff meeting or family fun day...and best of all it's FREE.Posted:
