Canberra ACT Disability Info

Branch Out Disability Programs 2016

2015-11-25T09:41:00.001+11:00

Branch Out Disability Services offers a range of support options for people with a disability looking to increase their independence, develop life and social skills, develop their work skills and to make new friends. Here is a list of support options available through Branch Out in 2016-

* Food For Thought-
Are you interested in working in hospitality but not sure where to start? Then Food For Thought is for you. This service is offered in partnership with Koomarri and is for people aged 18-35 who would like to develop their work skills and gain experience in a kitchen environment. The program is offered on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9.30am to 5pm and is held at Carers ACT office located at 2/80 Beaurepaire Crescent, Holt. Participants will work towards a Certificate in 'Work Skills for Life' as well as gaining skills necessary for working in a commercial kitchen environment. An information night will be held on Wednesday 25/11 from 5-7pm at Carers ACT office for interested participants and their families. To RSVP please call 1800 27 26 24 or email branchout@carersact.org.au<mailto:branchout@carersact.org.au>.

* I Love Cooking-
Looking to make friends and learn how to cook in a fun and safe environment? The I Love Cooking program teaches kitchen safety and develops skills in cooking, menu planning, researching and working from recipes, developing social skills and friendships. I Love Cooking is offered Monday to Friday from 9am to 1pm and 1pm to 5pm and is held at the Carers ACT office at 2/80 Beaurepaire Crescent, Holt.

* Garden program-
Looking for an active and educational activity this summer? Do you enjoy growing your own vegetables and flowers? Then join us for Branch Out's new garden program. This service is offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am to 1pm and is held at Carers ACT's brand new community garden at the Headley Beare centre at 51 Fremantle Drive, Stirling. This is an exciting new service that gives participants the opportunity to grow vegetables, herbs and flowers while being supported by experienced staff.

* After School Club-
Branch Out offers after school activities at the Woden School for high school students with a disability and is offered Monday to Friday from 3pm to 6pm during school term. Staff support students to develop life skills while engaging in a fun and active program.

* Friendship Club-
Do you have a group of friends you would like to travel with? Are you looking to meet new people? Branch Out's Friendship Club has regular trips and local activities on offer and is ideal for people with a disability looking to make new friends and engage in age appropriate activities including short holidays, concerts and social dinners. Please contact Branch Out for information on upcoming activities and trips.

* FlexAbility-
Would you like to be active but want a more social activity than a gym this is for you! FlexAbility is a great opportunity for Participants to engage with a health and fitness program no matter their current fitness level. This program will be delivered in a fun and social way and will include trips to the gym, swimming, yoga etc.

* Carer Counselling-
Carers ACT has been providing Carer specific counselling for more than 20 years and is the expert on Carer needs in the ACT. Our counsellors are highly qualified and experienced in providing service to Carers with an aim to sustaining their caring role and self care. Carers are able to access Carer Counselling through their care recipient's NDIS package.

* Isaacs House-
Is one of your goals to increase your independence or to work towards living on your own or in supported accommodation? Isaacs is a 5 bedroom house in southern Canberra that offers participants the opportunity to develop their independence, social skills and confidence to enable them to engage in supported or open accommodation. Options include day stays from 9am to 5pm as well as overnight stays ranging from 1 night to several weeks. Staff will support participants in engaging in fun age appropriate activities, learning how to cook, wash clothes, catch buses, shop and to interact with other people with a disability.

* I-Day Celebrations-
To Celebrate the International Day of People with a Disability Branch Out is holding a party on December 3rd at Isaacs House from 10am to 2pm. Join us for activities, painting competitions and a BBQ lunch. RSVP to branchout@carersact.org.au<mailto:branchout@carersact.org.au>.

If you have a suggestion on an activity you would like to see Branch Out offer, to gain more information on current offerings or to secure a place in any of the Branch Out services, please contact the team on 1800 27 26 24 or email us at branchout@carersact.org.au<mailto:branchout@carersact.org.au>. Places are limited so be quick to avoid disappointment.

Consultation Forum

2015-10-26T12:18:00.001+11:00

The NDIS wants your feedback. Have your say on priority areas for NDIS funding of information, linkages and capacity building.

We want to hear from people with disability, people with mental health issues and their families

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ADACAS and Imagine More are co-hosting a consultation session to hear your thoughts. Come along and take part in the discussion. All feedback will be provided to the NDIA.

We would like your input about Information, Linkages and Capacity Building. ILC (or Tier 2) relates to people living with disability, their families and supporters being connected to the community. The NDIA wants to know how to best meet people's needs and would like to hear from people with disability and their families.

We will discuss what we think the NDIA's Priorities for ILC should be, how ILC will work with the NDIS and look at some examples of activities and programs that could be funded through ILC.

We want to hear what you have to say!

When: Thursday 29 October 1.30 – 4pm

Where: Room 6 Level 1

Griffin Centre

RSVP: Tuesday 28 October, for catering purposes and to let us know of any special accessibility needs.

The room has a hearing loop and microphones will be used. If you have any other accessibility needs please advise us so we can arrange to meet them.

Call 62425060

Email adacas@adacas.org.au

SMS 0423624932

The NDIS wants to hear from you

REGISTER NOW: Webinar on Microboards

2015-09-14T09:32:00.001+10:00

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Register today for our interactive webinar Introduction to Microboards as an Option for Self-Managed Supports presented by Linda Perry, CEO of Vela Canada, British Columbia and Susan Stanford from Youniverse.

Date: Thursday 17 September 2015
Time: 1:30pm AEST (the webinar will run for 60-75 minutes)

During this innovative and interactive webinar you will learn:

What a Microboard is
Why they work
How to set up a Microboard
Which principles and values underpin Microboards
Legal aspects of Microboard development and incorporation.
How they can used as an option for self-managed supports

You can read more about Microboards on the Vela Microboards website.

This event is held in collaboration with Youniverse.

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Workshop

You can come to our webinar

It is about using Microboards for self-managed supports.

A Microboard is a small group of people who help a person living with disability.

You will learn about what a Microboard is and how they work.

It will be on Thursday 17 September 2015.

It will start at 1:30pm AEST and will take 60-75 minutes

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Your plan your way" NDIS workshop by FBIC

2015-08-25T13:47:00.001+10:00

"Your plan your way" NDIS workshop - How to maximize your plan and how to use your NDIS funds most effectively

Presented by Friends of Brain Injured Children and Pieta Manning, Independent NDIS planner.

Come and learn from Pieta Manning, independent consultant:
*how to maximize your existing NDIS package *how to prepare your plan *how to use your NDIS package most efficiently *advantages and
benefits of self management *how to employ people

1. Session Date: 3 September
Where: Belconnen Community Service, 26 Chandler St, Belconnen
When: 5.30 pm - 8.00 pm

2. Session Date: 10 September
Where: SHOUT Office-Pearce Community Centre, Building 1, Collett Pl, Pearce
Time: 5.30 pm - 8.00 pm

3: Session Date: 7 September
Where: SHOUT office-Pearce Community Centre, Building 1, Collett Pl, Pearce
Time: 12 noon - 2.30 pm

Fee: $ 10/person
PLEASE CONTACT MANDY AT FBIC BY MONDAY 31 AUGUST
E: fbiact@shout.org.au
Ph: 6290 1984

Branch Out Disability Services Friendship Club

2015-08-19T12:39:00.001+10:00

The Branch Disability Services Friendship Club has some exciting opportunities coming up for young people with disabilities.
We will be holding monthly social groups which will consist of Tuesday Night trips to the movies, Friday Night Dinner club, Saturday Club/Live Music Night and a Ladies Day of pampering and shopping.

* Tuesday Night Movies will be held on the first Tuesday of each month
* Friday Night Dinner club will be held on the third Friday of each month
* Saturday Club/Live Music will be held on the fourth Saturday of each month
* Ladies Day will be held on the second Saturday of each month
* Weekend Getaways to Merimbula our next trip will be held the 18-20 September

If you or someone you know would like to come along to any of these activities please contact Branch Out Disability Services on 1800 272624 or branchout@carersact.org.au<mailto:branchout@carersact.org.au>

Circles of support

2015-08-17T09:31:00.001+10:00

Circles of Support

9:30am – 2:30pm Friday 21
August 2015

Rheinberger Conference Centre,
Yarralumla

(cnr Weston and Loch Streets)

This Event is Free but registrations limited
to 40 attendees

What is
this workshop about?

A circle of support involves a group of people coming together to help
promote, support and put into action the vision and goals of a person with a disability.
Starting a circle of support involves the intentional building of relationships
around a person who might be vulnerable because of disability. They are based
on an understanding of the importance of relationships in our life and our need
to belong in the community.

What will
you learn during the workshop?

·
The core values, principles and
practices of circles of support?

·
Understanding the importance of developing
a vision for the focus person

·
Using the vision to clarify the
purpose and goals of the circle

·
Who to ask to join the circle and
how to ask

·
How to run a gathering and
maintain the circle

·
The things that can go wrong and
how you can manage them.

Post-workshop
Follow-up

Following the workshop, Imagine More and Community Connections will
be running a series of community conversations based on specific aspects of a Circles
of Support that will expand on the foundational knowledge gained at the
workshop. Mentoring will also be available for families who want to establish
their own circles of support. Linking people with a paid facilitator to get
started and maintain their circle will be supported if needed.

Who should
come?

Families who are wanting to build on what they have already
learnt about circles of support as well as those who are new to the concept.
People who are interested in taking on the role of facilitating a circle of
support are also welcome.

To
Register: Follow
this link to register http://www.trybooking.com/IPPJ

For more information: contact Jan Kruger at jan@imaginemore.org.au

Behaviour or communication??

2015-08-12T09:13:00.001+10:00

Challenging behaviour is a controversial topic in Canberra at the moment. Imagine More is hosting Ann Greer to help us explore:

How you can
respond to behaviour in ways that are respectful and non-punishing.

How you can
work collaboratively to understand the motives, effects and consequences of
behaviour.

How you can
develop a range of strategies to minimise the effects of certain behaviours.
Ann has over 20 years of formal experience in working with people labeled
as having "challenging behaviours" and is a well known and highly
sought after presenter in Australia and New Zealand. She has a deep commitment
to assisting everyone to be part of their community as active members, both
receiving and contributing. Ann is the mother of 3 adults, two of whom live
with a disability.Register by at http://www.trybooking.com/IPEB

Or
email info@imaginemore.org.au for more information
9.30am-2.30pm Thursday 17th September 2015 Rheinberger Conference Centre, Yarralumla (Cnr Weston and Loch Streets)

Cost: $55 family members/ $85 professionals

CAP Money Course - Free money management

2015-07-29T08:37:00.001+10:00

The free CAP Money Course helps everyone to Budget, Save and Prevent Debt.

Dates: Tuesday 4th, 11th and 18th August 2015

Time: 7-9pm

Contact: Aart (0434 155 863)

Location: Life Unlimited Church, Charnwood

This money management course teaches people budgeting skills and a simple, cash-based system that really works!

For more info: http://capaust.org/capmoneynew.php

Aspect Practice Autism workshop Recipe for Success, only in ACT once this year, Book Now!

2015-07-28T07:17:00.001+10:00

Aspect Practice are presenting our highly successful Recipe for Success <http://enews.autismspectrum.org.au/pub/pubType/EV/pubID/zzzz551c6794ce23b057/nc/zzzz55b077ded9874991/interface.html>
workshop again in the ACT on the 19th and 20th August only.

This workshop is aimed towards professionals and families who work or live with someone with Autism. It teaches people about positive behaviour support and how to implement it in a work or home situation. It is fully accredited with BOSTES and offers 15 hours of national accreditation for teachers.

Aspect Practice: Recipe for Success
Canberra Southern Cross Club, 92-96 Corinna Street, Woden, ACT 2606
19th & 20th August 2015, 9:30am -4:30pm
Presenters: Dr Tom Tutton and Jen Hurdis
Recipe for Success workshops are about demonstrating how to help someone on the autism spectrum. The workshop incorporates the contemporary evidence based strategies used by Aspect's Behaviour Support Team as part of their direct work with families. Workshop Content includes:
- Step by step, easy to complete forms to help every participant write their own autism-specific Positive Behaviour Support plan on the day.
-Forms and other tools to take home for future use.
- Access to a broad range of resources including fact sheets, videos, recommended readings, published research documents and more, provided at the end of the workshop (via DVD or url).

If you are interested in attending please click on the links above to register or find out more information or contact Kerry Ritzrow kritzrow@autismspectrum.org.au<mailto:kritzrow@autismspectrum.org.au>

ACT NDIS Workforce Awareness Program

2015-07-27T10:59:00.001+10:00

The ACT NDIS Taskforce is currently undertaking an education program about the NDIS Workforce Awareness Program available online.

The NDIS Workforce Awareness Program is a set of resources that has been specifically designed for ACT workers and organisations and provides plain English advice about the NDIS, what people need to know and where they can go for more information. This website is a fantastic resource, presenting general information about the NDIS, and acting as a portal to further online resources and websites for those seeking more specific information. The link to the website is as follows: http://www.communityservices.act.gov.au/disability_act/national_disability_insurance_scheme/act-ndis-workforce-awareness

Attached to this email are some reference sheets to assist individuals and staff to access the website, and easily locate information that is relevant to their current role. Any questions regarding the NDIS or the Workforce Awareness Program can be directed to either the ACT NDIS Taskforce on 6205 2122 or the NDIA on 1800 800 110.

Advocacy for Inclusions Self-Advocacy Group this Wednesday

2015-07-27T08:55:00.001+10:00

Advocacy for Inclusions Self-Advocacy Group is held at Woden Community Services, 26 Corinna Street, Woden.
Wednesdays from 1pm-3pm.

This week has a great new topic; Outreach Energy and Efficiency Program from Northside Community Service, all about saving money on your Electricity and gas bill!

The Self-Advocacy group is for people with disabilities who are interested in learning more about speaking up for themselves and making their own decisions.

Advocacy for Inclusion helps facilitate the group. It's FREE

Any queries, questions or to RSVP please contact the training team.

6257 4005

Cool Kids - CatholicCare

2015-07-27T07:22:00.001+10:00

CatholicCare Canberra & Goulburn will be facilitating a Cool Kids program

The Cool Kids program is a skills-based program that teaches children (6-12yrs) and their parents how to better manage the child's anxiety. It involves the participation of both children and their parents, and focuses on teaching clear and practical skills.

The course is offered 2 hours per week over an 8 week period.
DATES: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th August, 3rd, 10th 17th & 24th September.
TIME: 5-7pm
VENUE: 57 Hicks Street, Red Hill
FEE: $320 (must be paid at time of booking) Fee includes light supper & course materials
CLOSING DATE: 3rd August, no bookings will be accepted after this date

To Register or for more information please contact 6162 6100

Topics covered in the program include:
* What is anxiety?
* Me and my anxiety
* Learning about feelings
* Detective thinking, and learning to think more realistically
* Fighting fear by facing fear
* Learning to solve a problem
* Becoming a confident person
* Dealing with teasing

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Megan Matson
Manager of Counselling Services
Counselling Services
CatholicCare, Red Hill.
02 6162 6137
0417 655 693
* megan.matson@catholiccare.cg.org.au<mailto:megan.matson@catholiccare.cg.org.au>
www.catholiccare.cg.org.au<http://www.catholiccare.cg.org.au/>

July workshop to help increase meaningful inclusion

2015-07-23T07:27:00.001+10:00

Social Role Valorization is a two day workshop that will help youo Understand social devaluation and its consequences for people who are marginalised;o Learn about SRV as a means of addressing those experiences of devaluation;o Strengthen one's motivation to counteract devaluation in the lives of people one knows and supports; ando Clarify the features of a good life and the essential means of obtaining that good life.This workshop will be challenging, rewarding and insightful in understanding how the way the world views people that are marginalised.A great workshop for families with a family member with a disability, support workers, teachers, teachers aides, Change agents, CEO's, management, community members.28th & 29th July at the Griffith Neighborhood Hall, GriffithTo register and read more go to http://imaginemore.org.au/upcoming-events/towards-a-better-life-workshop/
or email jan@imaginemore.org.au for the registration form.

FREE Nutrition Professional Development for Disability Service Providers

2015-07-22T13:24:00.001+10:00

FREE Nutrition Professional Development for Disability Service Providers

Delivered by an Accredited Practising Dietitian from Nutrition Australia, this two hour session will cover:

* The Australian Dietary Guidelines

* Managing nutrition issues for people with disability

* Creating a healthy eating environment within your service

* Developing a nutrition policy.

This is also a great opportunity to network with other Disability Service directors, managers and staff.

All participants will receive a certificate of attendance.

This workshop is FREE for Disability Service directors, managers, support workers and staff who have subscribed to the ACT Nutrition Support Service. Subscribe at <http://www.actnss.org/subscribe/>

Date: Thursday 30 July 2015

Time: 9.30 - 11.30 am

Location: Chifley Health & Wellbeing Hub, 70 Maclaurin Cres, Chifley

RSVP: Monday 27 July 2015

Light refreshments will be provided.

Register now, places are limited!

Phone (02) 6162 2583 or email <mailto:info@actnss.org> to secure your spot today!

International Tenants' Day art competition & exhibition

2015-07-22T09:30:00.001+10:00

Every year, we celebrate International Tenants' Day on the first Monday of October, to highlight the rights, needs, and contributions of tenants around the world.
In 2015, International Tenants' Day will be celebrated on Monday 5 October.
The Tenants' Union ACT and Housing ACT invite all tenants in Canberra to join in the celebrations by entering the annual International Tenants' Day art competition and exhibition. This year's theme is Rent? Home? Sanctuary? Artworks entered must relate to this theme in some way; we encourage entrants to respond to the theme with imagination and creativity, and to have fun!

Entries for the competition close on Tuesday 8 September.
Artworks will be exhibited at the Belconnen Arts Centre from Friday 25 September until Sunday 18 October.
The exhibition provides a great opportunity for participants to exhibit their works, gain exposure, and connect with other Canberra tenants.
Entry is free, and all entrants go in the running for one of three cash prizes:
* First prize, $500
* Second prize, $300
* Third prize, $200.
* Photography prize, $150.
A People's Choice Award of $100 will also be presented on the awards night.
Anyone who votes in the People's Choice Award also goes into the running for the People's Choice raffle prize of a $50 Canberra Centre gift voucher.
All entrants will receive a certificate of participation, signed by the Minster for Housing, Yvette Berry.

FREE art workshops for ACT tenants

2015-07-22T09:29:00.001+10:00

Do You Like to Paint or Draw?
Want to Develop Your Skills and Ideas?

The Tenants' Union ACT and Belconnen Arts Centre are delighted to invite 12 ACT renters to participate in free visual art workshops as part of our International Tenants' Day 2015 celebrations!

6 workshops over 6 consecutive Thursdays, beginning on 13 August.
Participants may develop works to be entered in the International Tenants' Day art competition and exhibition.

When: Thursday, from 10am until 12pm,13 August until 17 September.

Where: Belconnen Arts Centre

Contact: Call 6247 1026 or email info@tenantsact.org.au<mailto:info@tenantsact.org.au> to book your place.

updated changes: Belconnen Community Services is offering Social, Recreational and Living skills Programs for people with a disability

2015-07-14T14:51:00.001+10:00

Belconnen Community Services
BRIDGES and COMMUNITY ACCESS AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT Programs provides a range of high quality programs. The programs are open to all adults with a disability

*Martial Arts & Self Defence- Monday 2:00pm to 3:30pm Starts 20/07/15 - Ends 21/09/15, $150 for 10 Weeks Program.

* Let It Be You- Tuesday 1:30pm to 3:30pm Starts 21/07/15-Ends 22/09/15 ,$100 for 10 weeks Program

* Social Club -Wednesday 10:30am to12:00pm Starts 22/07/15- Ends 23/09/15 , $100 for 10 Weeks Program

* Dance Club- Wednesday 2:00pm to 3:30pm Starts 22/07/15 - Ends 23/09/15, $150 for 10 Weeks Program

*Be Active Gym Class- Thursday 10:00am to 12:00pm Starts 23/07/15- Ends 24/09/15, $150 for 10 Weeks Program

* Craft Club - Thursday 1:30pm to 3:00pm Starts 23/07/15- Ends 24/09/15, $100 for 10 Weeks Program

Click here for more details on the programs http://www.bcsact.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Bridges-CASD-Timetable-July-September-2015.pdf

http://www.bcsact.com.au/programs-and-services/disability-programs/

If you are interested in participating in the programs, please contact the Bridges Office on 02 62640232 or email: bridges@bcsact.com.au<mailto:bridges@bcsact.com.au>. Please note that enrolments occur prior to the start of each term but you can contact us at any time to be placed on the waiting list for future groups.. If you have an NDIS package, please contact us at BCS to arrange to speak with us about how we can assist you to achieve your goals, your way. NDIS prices will vary.

PWD ACT launches new project to tackle access issues in Canberra

2015-07-14T14:50:00.001+10:00

PWD ACT launches new project to tackle access issues in Canberra

Canberra is a city of brilliant possibilities yet some Canberran's have
trouble accessing the most basic goods, services and spaces in our
community. Access is a right under the UN Convention on the Rights of
People with Disability and under legislation.

It's especially an issue for Canberra whose proportion of people aged 65
years and older is ageing faster than the rest of Australia - 3.6% of the
population compared to 2.9% of the population across Australia.

Access issues can take many forms but what they have in common is they
present barriers to people taking part in jobs, recreation and community
life.

PWDACT is commencing a new project which will consult with members of the
ACT disability community and develop recommendations and proposals for
continuing to improve disability access in the ACT.

Over coming months we will be consulting widely and then developing a report
for Government, business and community organisations.

A focus will be on ensuring that our planning arrangements for disability
access are fit for purpose given an ageing population. We are keen to hear
about all forms of access through a cross disability lens including
communications, information technology and physical access.

The work aligns to a number of priorities around inclusion in Canberra and
the priority on access through #InvolveCBR

There will be a number of ways to feed back into this work and have your say

The manager for the project will be Craig Wallace. Craig is respected
Canberra advocate who is a past President of People with Disabilities ACT
and is the current President of the peak national cross disability People
with Disability Australia.

Craig was also the founding Chair of the ACT Access and Planning Advisory
Committee and has worked on many campaigns around access including Housing
for Life.

He is also a member of the ACT Inclusion Council and was the winner of last
years ACT Chief Ministers Inclusion Awards for Excellence in Inclusion.

You can find out more as the project progresses via PWDACT's Facebook page
or contact Craig directly via craig@shout.org.au

One on One Assistive Technology assessments- appointments have become available for next week- BOOK NOW

2015-07-14T11:31:00.001+10:00

As part of the Hartley Lifecare Assistive Technology program, in partnership with Ability Technology, we conduct individual one on one Assistive Technology assessments for people looking to enhance their lives through the use of technology.

Specialising in environmental and communication technology; if you would like to know which types of technology would be able to assist you, and are unsure how to get started, an individual assessment could be your first step.

If you are interested in learning more about our Assistive Technology Program and would like to make an appointment for a one on one assessment with our registered provider, Ability Technology, please contact us today on 6282 4411.

We have a small number of appointments now available for Ability Technology's next week visit -July 21st, 22nd & 23rd, please call us today if you are interested in making an appointment.

After next week's visit Ability Technology's next scheduled visit is mid- October- so if you need your Assistive Technology report prior to October, next week's visit is a great opportunity.

A full report for your NDIS planner will be provided to you two to three weeks after your appointment.

Each assessments take approximately one hour and can be conducted at Hartley Lifecare's office in Pearce or we can travel to you.

To find out more and book your individual assessment please contact either Leonie or Natalie at Hartley Lifecare on 6282 4411 or email : leoniemayberry@hartley.org.au<mailto:leoniemayberry@hartley.org.au>

Don't Miss out, call today.

NDIS Pre Planning Workshop for People with Disabilities

2015-07-13T09:36:00.001+10:00

NDIS Pre Planning Workshop for People with Disabilities

Advocacy for Inclusion

"MY NDIS, My life, My Vision, My Say" is a 5 week workshop on being ready for your first NDIS planning meeting. Self-advocates attending the workshop will be supplied with our "My NDIS" preplanning kit.

WHERE: Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT)

Level One, 28 University Avenue, Canberra, ACT, 2601

You will need to provide your own transport

WHEN: 5 weeks, 2 hours per week

Tuesday 4 August 2015, 10am - 12pm

WHO: You and your support worker (if you need one)

All course material is provided FREE

Some feedback we received from self-advocates included:

"When the NDIS came to talk to me there was nothing new. We had already talked about it here" and "because we had talked about NDIS I understood all the words and what they were talking about".

Evidence from trial sites has shown that the preplanning process is key to a successful NDIS outcome.

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ndis-pre-planning-workshop-for-people-with-disabilities-tickets-17220469889

Enquiries and RSVP to Suzy 62574005 or training@advocacyforinclusion.org<mailto:training@advocacyforinclusion.org<mailto:training@advocacyforinclusion.org%3cmailto:training@advocacyforinclusion.org>

Advocacy for Inclusions Self-Advocacy Group

2015-07-13T09:35:00.001+10:00

Advocacy for Inclusions Self-Advocacy Group is held at Woden Community Services, 26 Corinna Street, Woden.
Wednesdays from 1pm-3pm.

The months topics is about Self-Advocates and our Money, featuring topics about banking, budgeting and saving money on utilities.
This Wednesday we have a guest from the Bendigo Bank, giving us a presentation on Banking.
We will also be provided a chance to ask questions about the project.

The Self-Advocacy group is for people with disabilities who are interested in learning more about speaking up for themselves and making their own decisions.

Advocacy for Inclusion helps facilitate the group. It's FREE

Coffee and tea provided.

Any queries, questions or to RSVP please contact the training team.

Suzy Klaebsch-Stonyer

Training Support

Advocacy for Inclusion
Disability Rights Law Centre

www.advocacyforinclusion.org<http://www.advocacyforinclusion.org/>
https://twitter.com/Adv4I_training
Ph: 61 2 6257 4005

Do You Want a Career in IT?

2015-07-07T09:11:00.001+10:00

AAACT is promoting an initiative of HP, where they are recruiting people with an ASD to work in the area of software applications testing in the Canberra Region. The entry into this software-testing career is via the Test Analyst job role. Applications are requested to fill these Test Analyst roles.

Successful candidates will start by learning how to perform the execution of test sets and how to document the actual test results and findings. They will also undergo training to be able to perform other more complex testing tasks.

Holding a tertiary qualification in a technical or business area is desirable, but not a prerequisite. If there is some experience in skills such as computer programming, system administration, or similar software application oriented tasks, this would be highly regarded. The person must have a strong interest in learning and performing IT related tasks. For details, go to:
http://otarc.blogs.latrobe.edu.au/want-a-career-in-it-are-you-an-adult-with-asd-in-canberra/

Social Role Valorization

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A great opportunity for staff training if you are directly employing under the NDIS or for families and service providers.

Course Details:

Date: 28th & 29th July 2015

Time: 9:30am -5:00pm

Venue: Griffith
Neighbourhood Hall

55
Stuart Street, Griffith

Cost: $260 GST incl per person
(incl handouts, lunch & morning/afternoon tea)Registration at http://imaginemore.org.au/upcoming-events/towards-a-better-life-workshop/or email: info@imaginemore.org.au

What is this workshop
about?

This 2 day event
is for anyone who is serious about improving the lives of marginalised and disadvantaged
people such as people with a mental illness, people with disabilities, frail
aged and people experiencing poverty or homelessness.

This 2 day workshop is
designed to assist participants to:

A great opportunity for staff training if you are directly employing under the NDIS or for families and service providers.

is for anyone who is serious about improving the lives of marginalised and disadvantaged
people such as people with a mental illness, people with disabilities, frail
aged and people experiencing poverty or homelessness.

CEO Forum with NDIA

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Next CEO Forum with ACT NDIA

The next monthly ACT CEO forum of providers of services to people disability with the NDIA will be held on 16 July.

Location and time: As usual the forum will be held at NDS - 33 Thesiger Court, Deakin*. Please note, however, that the time for the meeting has been extended so that it will run from 9.00 am to 11.00 am (previously 1.5 hours)**.

(* While the location will remain the same, the chairing of the forum will, for different meetings, alternate between NDS and the ACT Mental Health Community Coalition (MHCCACT) to assist in ensuring good coverage at the meetings of all relevant areas. MHCCACT will lead the meeting on 20 August.)

Remaining Dates for 2015:

* 20 Aug

* 12 Sept

* 15 Oct,

* 12 Nov.

For: CEOs or senior managers of organisations that provide or expect to provide services to people with disability under the NDIS. Organisations are limited to two representatives.

(This includes disability service organisations, mental health providers, providers of early intervention services, allied health therapists delivering services to people with disability and for-profit organisations registered or intending to be registered as an NDIS provider.)

Registration: Registration for each meeting is requested for catering and organisational purposes. Please register if you can on-line - here<https://eventbrite.com.au/event/17631787150/>. For inquiries or to register by direct email or telephone contact Nada Jurjevic on 02 6283 3200 or nada.jurjevic@nds.org.au<mailto:nada.jurjevic@nds.org.au> .

Scope and approach: The Forum is an informal dialogue of service providers including mental health service providers with the NDIA in the ACT particularly to address (and resolve as far as possible) in a cooperative, joint-problem-solving manner:

* transactional and communications issues with the roll out of the trial and

* system design, and

* transition design and implementation.

The forum also has presentations and information sharing on current implementation matters. The forum on 16 July will feature a significant presentation by the NDIA on the new pricing clusters due to commence on 1 August 2015. See - http://www.ndis.gov.au/providerspricing-and-payment/pricing-and-catalogue-changes-1-august-2015 )

Prior submission of questions: To provide opportunity for better engagement at the forums attendees are requested as far as possible to raise issues or questions ahead of time in writing. Questions should be sent with the heading 'CEO Forum Questions' to NDSACT@nds.org.au<mailto:NDSACT@nds.org.au>.
Access: Audio captioning is provided. Disability parking is available - please advise Nada Jurjevic. Parking generally is available off Denison Street or off Thesiger Court.

Supported Decision Making App - Launching 9 July 📲

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Join Advocacy for Inclusion as we launch the Supported Decision Making App!

The Supported Decision Making App, is an iPad app, that takes you through a decision making process and helps you to become confident in making your own decisions.

Come play with the App and join us in celebrating its launch to the App Store

When: 9 July 2015, 10:30 am

Where: Room 6, Griffin Centre, 20 Genge St Canberra City

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