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Today's Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Sing the Sun
Ageing Positively with an Intellectual Disability
Ageing with an intellectual disability can be meaningful, productive and fun. A group of disability organisations want to show you how - whether you have a disability, are a carer or a worker in the field. Wednesday 8 October, Nunawading.
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Awards and Funding

  • Active Heroes Awards
    Access for All Abilities, City of Maribyrnong
    Maribyrnong City Council will unearth hidden sporting talent as part of the inaugural Active Heroes Awards later this year.
    Run by Council's Access for All Abilities (AAA) program, City of Maribyrnong Active Heroes Awards celebrate local people with disabilities who take part in sport or recreation activities.
    Posted: 17-09-2008
  • Victorian Volunteer Small Grants
    Grants of up to $5000 are now available to help not-for-profit groups attract new volunteers and increase the diversity of their volunteers.
    Posted: 26-06-2008
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Education and Training

  • Practical Workforce Development WorkshopNew Item
    Recruitment & Retention...getting it right
    RMIT Division of Disability Studies & DISTSS Inc are very pleased to provide the following workshop for Disability Direct Support Professionals, Managers and Supervisors on 'Recruitment & Retention...getting it right'.
    Posted: 01-10-2008
  • Understanding & Managing EpilepsyNew Item
    Living with Epilepsy
    This seminar has a guest speaker leading the discussion on living with epilepsy. Parents, teachers, carers and people with epilepsy are invited to this free, informal, interactive session. Wednesday 8 October, Camberwell.
    Posted: 30-09-2008
  • Southern Autism Spectrum Family Support Group information evening
    Anxiety: Recognition and Management
    This information evening is presented by Nicky Johnston, an accomplished artist, educator, professional make-up artist with Angelic Make-up Artistry and now author and illustrator of her first children's book 'Go Away, Mr Worrythoughts!'. Tuesday 28 October, Carrum Downs.
    Posted: 26-09-2008
  • Dispelling the Myths about Multiple Sclerosis
    A professional development program for allied health professionals
    Discussion of the management of common neurological symptoms in an MS setting will be the focus of this professional development session. Tuesday 21 October 2008, Footscray.
    Posted: 26-09-2008
  • Working with Multiple Sclerosis
    An education program for people with MS in the workforce
    Working with MS is a program for people with MS in the workplace to explore their rights and responsibilities and their employer's obligations. Saturday 25 October, Footscray.
    Posted: 23-09-2008
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Events and Activities

  • Pathways 9 ConferenceNew Item
    Disability in Post Compulsory Education
    Applications are open for FaHCSIA funded subsidies for people with disabilities to attend the Pathways 9 conference, from 3 to 5 December 2008 in Melbourne. Applications are also open for nominations for the Pathways Awards.
    Posted: 06-10-2008
  • 2008 Victorian Open AWD Table Tennis ChampionshipsNew Item
    The 2008 Victorian Open Athletes with Disabilities (AWD) Table Tennis Championships will be held at the Geelong Table Tennis Centre, North Geelong on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 November.
    Posted: 03-10-2008
  • St John of God Accord Disco
    Multi coloured disco extravaganza
    St John of God Accord invites you to the multi coloured disco extravaganza for people with disabilities. Come dressed to impress in your brightest multi coloured outfit! Friday 10 October, Mooroolbark.
    Posted: 29-09-2008
  • Association for Children with a Disability Annual General Meeting
    With guest speaker Bill Shorten, Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Children's Services. Tuesday 28 October, Hawthorn.
    Posted: 29-09-2008
  • Bayside Creative Expressions Arts Exhibition
    Art Work Wanted
    If you love artwork or love creating your own piece then we encourage you to be involved in this exhibition. The exhibition will provide an opportunity for many people to exhibit their artwork and recognise the talents and contributions of people who live, work or study in Bayside who experience disability.
    Posted: 26-09-2008
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News

  • Auslan DVD for November 2008 elections New Item
    The Victorian Electoral Commission has produced a DVD in Auslan, describing enrolment and voting entitlements, voting procedures and nomination procedures for the upcoming Victorian local council elections.
    Posted: 06-10-2008
  • Wheelchair Accessible Van For SaleNew Item
    1987 Toyota HiAce Van
    This van is fitted with an electric hoist. It is designed for the use of people in wheelchairs, so they can gain access into the van. However, the hoist can be used to lift any heavy cargo into the van. This van is also fitted with wheelchair restraints. These are designed to tie down a wheelchair so it doesn't move around while driving.
    Posted: 30-09-2008
  • Gawith Villa changes name to Inclusion Melbourne
    Gawith Villa, an organisation providing support to individuals with an intellectual disability to live fulfilling lives in the community, changed its name to Inclusion Melbourne on 17 September.
    Posted: 19-09-2008
  • New DVD gives voice to National Relay Service
    The National Relay Service (NRS) has produced a free instructive DVD for Australians who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment, to explain how the service works.
    Posted: 18-09-2008
  • JCAAA Spring Newsletter
    The JCAAA Spring Newsletter is out! It is jam packed with exciting programmes in sport, art and recreation.
    Posted: 27-08-2008
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Publications and Research

  • Arts and Disability Research Project
    Increasing participation in the arts for people with a disability
    The Victorian Government through the Office for Disability, Arts Victoria and Department of Human Services, has commissioned the Cultural Development Network to undertake a research project examining ways that the participation of people with a disability in the arts, as artists and as audience members, can be increased.
    Posted: 18-09-2008
  • Auditory Skills Program for Students with Hearing Impairment
    The NSW Department of Education and Training's Auditory Skills Program for Students with Hearing Impairment has been completely revised and updated to reflect current changes both in curriculum and amplification devices for students in K-6. The resource is now on sale.
    Posted: 17-09-2008
  • Critical Bridges (DVD)
    Meeting Challenges at Points of Transition in Education
    'Critical Bridges - Meeting Challenges at Points of Transition in Education' (DVD) is available for free from the New South Wales Department of Education and Training for as long as stocks last.
    Posted: 10-09-2008
  • Guidelines for Walkable Coastal Environments
    Planning for INclusive, equitable and accessible pedestrian environments in coastal locations
    Office of Senior Victorians, MAV and COTA funded aged friendly built environment project resolving issues raised by older residents about pedestrian access in coastal communities by David Lock Associates for the City of Greater Geelong.
    Posted: 23-08-2008
  • Spreading the word about mental health
    Multicultural Mental Health Australia provides multilingual mental health fact sheets to more than 20 different language groups, and to people who are blind or have a vision impairment.
    Posted: 24-06-2008
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Services and Programs

  • Walking for All AbilitiesNew Item
    Come and join the All Abilities Walking group, for a walk around the Narre Warren area followed by refreshments at Casey ARC. It's a great way to stay active and meet new people! Thursday mornings, Narre Warren.
    Posted: 02-10-2008
  • Learn About Multiple Sclerosis
    A program for people recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), or wanting to learn more, their family and friends. Saturday 25 October, Blackburn.
    Posted: 26-09-2008
  • No Bias Lawn Bowls - Elsternwick Park Lawn Bowls
    No Bias is lawn bowls for people of all abilities! Summer season commences Sunday 19 October, Elsternwick.
    Posted: 26-09-2008
  • Planned Activity Group for Youth with Disabilities
    PAG services
    We have a Planned Activity Group at Preston every Saturday, and one at Clayton every second Saturday, for youth with disabilities (current clients are early 20s to mid 40s). And we have some vacancies.
    Posted: 15-09-2008
  • Managing Fatigue
    An education program for people with multiple sclerosis
    This six week education program focuses on strategies to manage the MS symptom of fatigue. Commencing Thursday 9 October, Blackburn.
    Posted: 11-09-2008
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