Today's Date: Friday, September 3, 2010
Education and Training
- Certificate in Access Appraisal - Buildings
2 day course - September 13th and 14th 2010
The Disability Access to Premises - Buildings Standards 2010 will mean significant change to access requirements to buildings. This 2 day course will put you at the forefront of implementing the changes required.Posted:
- The World's Lightest Wheelchairs
Which wheelchairs are the lightest?
Aluminium vs titanium vs carbon fiber vs composites; which wheelchair is the world's lightest?Posted:
- Staff Safety Workshop
Half Day Workshop
Workshop is aimed at staff who work with clients where there may be a risk of aggression.Posted:
This could include reception staff, nursing staff, carers, home and community care staff,
among others.
- Postgraduate Research Scholarship
Supporting the Social Participation of Young Adults with Intellectual Disability
A three year PhD scholarship with some additional funding for research support.Posted:
- Advanced Diploma of Management
This qualification is particularly suitable for the community and health sectors.
This qualification combines the principles and practices of collaborative management within an Advanced Diploma. Our unique course units are aligned to the nationally recognised Advanced Diploma of Management.Posted:
Events and Activities
- Bar None exhibition to tour the state
Bar None exhibition to tour the statePosted:
- Interact Australia and Hobsons Bay Council School Holdiay Program
Hobsons Bay City Council have been successful in obtaining non re-current respite funding from the Department of Human Services for September school holidays. Hobsons Bay have developed a partnership with Interact Australia to facilitate the program.Posted:
- TwYlight Disco
Footy Fever!
Its almost that time of the year again - TwYlight Disco (for people with a disability) AND the AFL Grandfinal! What a combination!Posted:
- Swimmers with a Purpose - SWAP
A swim program for people with a disability of all ages
SWAP is a weekly swimming opportunity for people to develop their swimming skills under the guidance of a swim coach. The term 4, 8 week program is designed to support participants to increase skills and confidence in the water and to be a pathway for people to swim competitively.Posted:
- Wheelchair Basketball
Are you looking for a new, fun and exciting sport?
Coburg Sports Stadium is running an 8 week wheelchair basketball evening competition starting Thursday 14 October. Enter a team or as an individual. Basketball specific wheelchairs will be provided or you can bring your own. People with and without a disability are welcome. A development program is also on offer.Posted:
Services and Programs
- Western Hoops
Wheelchair Sports Victoria is introducing wheelchair basketball to all residents within the City of Maribyrnong in 2010. With the support of the City of Maribyrnong council.Posted:
- Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre - Attendant Support Intiaitvie (ASI) Program
ASI program - Aqua and Gym
A unique access opportunity at the Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre - The Attendant Support Initaitvie (ASI) Program is now available centre wide. An attedant support worker can assist with both aquatic and gym sessions.Posted:
- MARC-abilities Initiative
X-Trainer - groupd circuit session
A weekly group circuit session for all abilities - 14yrs +. This session aimes at improving fitness, confidence, strength and self-esteem, it includes boxing, weights, cardio and strength training.Posted:
- Support Groups for People with ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
ME/CFS Victoria is able to link people into support groups for people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome throughout Victoria
Having Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) can be a very isolating and lonely experience. ME/CFS Victoria is able to link people with ME/CFS into support groups.Posted:
- ME/CFS Victoria Parents Education and Support Session
A one-off ME/CFS education and support session for parents with children, teenagers and young adults with ME/CFS
A one-off, two-hour education and informal discussion session allowing parents of children, teenagers and young adults an opportunity to share ideas and strategies to help support their child, teenager or young adult with ME/CFS will run in October 2010.Posted:
