4/54 Reg Harris Lane
Wednesday 17 July
Come and meet our new CEO Janet and say goodbye to Val
Have a look at our new Meeting room
Nibblies from Uccello’s
Drop in any time after 11am
For more information call Kathryn on 8953 1422
Saturday 20 July, 12:00 – 1:00pm
Pat Gallagher Netball Stadium
FREE
People with a disability of any age are invited to come and try learning the skills of Netball. This will be followed by a friendly competition on 27 July, 10 August, 17 August, 24 August and 31 August.
Females 16 years or older that are eligible and enrolled in the All Abilities program can nominate to trial for the NT Dragonflies team to compete for the Marie Little OAM Shield (October 11-15 2019 – Brisbane)
To register, email [email protected] Please include participant’s full name, age and an expression of interest (if applicable) to trial for the Marie Little OAM Shield 2019
Free talk and demonstration of equipment and aids to maintain independence
Gillen Club , Thursday 4th July, 10:30 – 11:30am
Visitors will have the opportunity to view/trial a wide range of equipemnt and discuss their equipment needs with an experience OT.
Areas of assistance:
Bathroom and toileting equipment
Bedding
Building fixtures and design for access
Clothing and dressing
Communication aids
Computer and vocational aids
Eating and drinking utnesils
Emergency call systems
Household and kitchen equipment
Incontinence
Lifting, transferring, ramps and hoists
Mobility/walking aids
Recreation
Scooter (gophers)
Seating
Telephone access
Transport – vehicle modifications
Wheelchairs – manual and electric
will be at the Alice Springs Show – Blatherskite Park
Friday 5th and Saturday 6th July 2019, 9:00am – 5:00 pm
Visitors will have the opportunity to view/trial a wide range of equipment and discuss their equipment needs with an experienced health professional (Occupational Therapist).
The service s available to all members of the public, inlcuding people with a disability, injury or illness, carers, health professionals, organisations/services.
Areas of assistance include:
Bathroom and toileting equipment
Incontinence
Bedding
Lifting, transferring, ramps and hoists
Building fixtures and design for access
Mobility/walking aids
Clothing and dressing
Recreation
Communication aids
Scooter (gophers)
computer and vocational aids
Seating
Eating and drinking utensils
Telephone access
Emergency call systems
Transport – vehicle modifications
Household and kitchen equipment
Wheelchairs – manual and electric
You are invited to come along to meet others with Parkinson’s Disease, caring for people with PD or an interest in Parkinson’s
Disability SA – Independent Living Centre are giving a free talk and demonstration of equipment and aids to maintain independence
Place: The Gillen Club
Date: Thursday 4 July
Time: 10:30 – 11:30am
- Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident under the age of 65 Some New Zealand citizens and some categories of Visa holders are not eligible for Centrelink and other support services
- Resident of Central Australia Top Enders, please refer to Darwin Community Legal Aid Services
- Has a disability a. permanent or temporary b. Physical, mental, developmental or other recognised disability
- Has a family member with a disability
- Is supporting a friend with a disability
- Requires information about disability
- Requires information about NDIS
CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide self-directed recovery orientated support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work involves implementing community based programs and activities focusing on mental health, mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work is undertaken in a range of community contexts such as community based non-government organisations; home based outreach; centre-based programs; respite care; residential services,; rehabilitation programs; clinical settings or supporting people in employment. Work is carried out autonomously under the broad guidance of other practitioners and professionals.
Eligibility: No minimum admission requirements however applicants need completion of Year 10 or equivalent and general command of spoken and written English to be able to meet industry standards for communication.
Delivery Details: Darwin and Alice Springs external or online
Duration: 12 – 24 months full time or part time.
Work Placement: For candidates not already employed in the sector, work placement of at least 120 hours will be required.
Contact: Alice Springs: 8959 5239, Email: [email protected], www.cdu.edu.au/cdu-vet
Darwin: 8946 7517, Email: [email protected], www.cdu.edu.au/cdu-vet
Refer to VET Student Guide (http://www.cdu.edu.au/cdu-vet/student-guide) for information about enrolling, student support services, student rights and responsibilities, previous studies recognition and an A-Z of other information.
June meeting
| This group is for people with Parkinson’s as well as their families, carers and support people. This month’s guest speaker is Fran Liepa – Speech Pathologist. She will be doing Yellwell so be prepared to make some noise Time: 6-7pm, Tuesday 4 June Location: Desert Therapy Office, Gregory Terrace (Opposite Uncle Edy’s) |
We’ve had several enquiries from people in the Darwin area lately, so here is the best place to go to for Advocacy issues.
SENIORS AND DISABILITY RIGHTS SERVICE
The Seniors and Disability Rights Service is based in Darwin and regularly visits Katherine, Nhulunbuy and other locations across the Top End of the NT as required.
The Seniors and Disability Rights Service assists older people or people with disabilities and their representatives who want to understand their rights and know how to implement them.
You have rights no matter where you live, or how much assistance you need, including the rights to:
- be supported by an advocate
- be treated with dignity and respect, and to maintain your independence
- feel safe
- make a complaint
We can give you information and help about your rights regarding:
- where you live
- care and services you are receiving
- activities in your community
- support, representation and referral
- people not respecting your culture
- problems where you work
- access to an interpreter
If you require an interpreter (including Auslan) we can provide one for free.
Phone: 08 8982 1111
Freecall: 1800 812 953
Email: [email protected]
https://www.dcls.org.au/legal-and-advocacy-services/seniors-and-disability-rights/
You’re invited to come along to meet others with Parkinson’s Disease, caring for people with PD or an interest in Parkinson’s. The topic of discussion will be constipation – a continence expert will address the group.
Date: Wednesday 27 March 2019
Time: 6 pm – 8pm
Time: 6 pm – 8pm
Location: At the Gillen Club Board Room – 57 Milner Road
Contact Disability Advocacy Service on 89531422 for more information.
