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  • NCOSS Ageing & Disabiltiy Update 27 January 2012

    27 January, 2012

        NCOSS AGEING & DISABILITY UPDATE

    27 January 2012

     

     

    World Leprosy Day

    29 January

     

     

    Australia's Healthy Weight Week

    22-29 January

     

    GENERAL NEWS
           

    Deaf Society Smoke Alarm Subsidy Scheme

    The NSW Smoke Alarm Subsidy Scheme is a joint initiative between the Deaf Society of NSW and Fire and Rescue NSW, made possible with funding from the NSW Department of Family and Community Services; Ageing, Disability and Home Care. The NSW Government is providing the SASS project $2 million over a period of three years. The money will be spent on alarms for people who are deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing.

    A standard smoke alarm costs around $50, but a smoke alarm with a strobe light, pillow shaker and beeper can cost around $500, which is cost prohibitive for many people. This is why the NSW government established SASS. The scheme will cover the costs of the alarm; however, you must pay a $50 fee with your application.

    For more information: click here

    Supported living for people with a disability

    The NSW Government announced that Family Advocacy will run a series of information sessions about supported living for people with a disability, their families and carers.

    Minister for Disability Services Andrew Constance said Family Advocacy, in partnership with the NSW Council for Intellectual Disability, will assist people with a disability, their families and carers to build person-centred and sustainable living arrangements which are flexible and individualised.

    “We have committed $60 million to the Supported Living Fund over the next five years, as part of Stronger Together 2, to provide support for 300 individuals,” Mr Constance said.

    “We have listened to the community and know that access to good information and sharing stories is so important.”

    For more information: click here

    National Disability Research and Development Steering Committee

    Disability Services Ministers have endorsed the National Disability Research and Development Agenda. The Research Agenda aims to increase the focus in research on issues facing people with disability and seeks to provide sound evidence for future policy and practice decisions that will ultimately lead to improved outcomes for Australians with disability.

    The Australian, State and Territory governments have committed funding for disability research and development. This funding supports the delivery of the objectives and reform priorities of the National Disability Agreement and the National Disability Strategy. Priority will be given to funding research, projects and initiatives that seek to adopt partnerships and collaborations with the disability sector, with people with disability or with other relevant sectors and disciplines.

    The Disability Policy and Research Working Group website will be a key source of information regarding the implementation of the Agenda. This will include information on how to apply for funding, details of commissioned research and the outcomes of research undertaken.

    For more information relating to the Agenda, contact Ms Mary Osborn, Senior Policy Officer, DPRWG Secretariat by email at mary.osborn@facs.nsw.gov.au

    ACOSS Budget Priority Statement 

    In this submission, ACOSS outlines policy recommendations for consideration by the Federal Government in its 2012-13 Budget. The submission aims to resolve the tension between the Government’s commitment to restore the Budget to surplus from 2012-13 and the urgency of social and economic needs not yet met, of key social and economic reforms not yet completed.

    Our priority for the 2012-13 Federal Budget remains to ensure that no person is excluded from the benefits of economic growth and prosperity and from the opportunity to fully participate in society. Some of the policy building blocks to meet this goal have been laid, including the commitment to introduce a National Disability Insurance Scheme, the emerging policy focus on employment participation for people excluded from the labour market, and last year’s mental health reform package.

    Download: Statement

     

    Minister Constance Media Releases

    Ministerial Taskforce on Aboriginal Affairs, 23 January: http://www.adhc.nsw.gov.au/about_us/news/ministerial_taskforce_on_aboriginal_affairs

                  Smoke Alarm Subsidy Scheme – 17 January:                      http://www.adhc.nsw.gov.au/about_us/news/smoke_alarm_subsidy_scheme

     

    Commonwealth Government Media Releases

    Australian Human Rights Commission - Statistics again highlight over 45s discrimination, 25 January: http://www.hreoc.gov.au/about/media/news/2012/5_12.html

     

    Media Releases – Other Sources

    Palliative Care Australia (PCA) - A new future for palliative care? 23 January: http://ahha.asn.au/news/new-future-palliative-care

     

    CONSULTATIONS & CAMPAIGNS   NEW LISTINGS

    §     The Financial Implications of Individualised Funding

    The Industry Development Fund is hosting regional forums to discuss the implications of individualised funding within not for profit disability providers. Previously a focus group in Sydney that received an overwhelming response was held and as such it was agreed to run similar session within regions for people to attend. Due to other commitments a meeting in the Far North Coast will be scheduled at a later date.

    Scheduled dates and locations for the regional meetings are:

    • Coffs Harbour - 22 February 2012
    • Orange - 23 February 2012
    • Kogarah - 24 February 2012
    • Albury - 28 February 2012
    • Chatswood - 29 February 2012
    • Wollongong - 6 March 2012
    • Tamworth - 8 March 2012

    To register: click here

    Download: Agendas

    These sessions are open to all organisations funded by Ageing, Disability and Home Care.

    Contact Information: Pauline Stanley, Change Management Consultant, Industry Development Fund, NDS NSW, Ph 02 9256 3102, pauline.stanley@nds.org.au

     

    UPCOMING EVENTS   NEW LISTINGS

    Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management

    Various dates in 2012.

    Due to a fantastic response in 2011, MHCC is now running 4 Advanced Diploma in Community Sector Management courses - otherwise known as the Leadership In Action course – in Sydney. Current managers from the community sector are invited to engage in this dynamic and unique course based on Daniel Goleman’s Emotional Intelligence theory. This course will provide a variety of useful and practical tools which will increase effectiveness as a manager and enhance leadership skills.
    The course is suitable for new and existing managers in community services including frontline supervisors, team leaders, program managers and coordinators. Participants must have the opportunity to supervise staff throughout the program.

    Download: Flyer
    Download: MHCC Training Calendar 2012

    Centre for Community Welfare Training  2012 Calendar

    The ACWA/CCWT 2012 Training Handbook and Wallchart are now available with training courses to be held across 14 locations in NSW, including Albury and Orange.
    Courses range from Child Protection and Family Work, Working with Clients and Community, Out of Home Care, Community Service Management, Counselling and Therapy, Staff Wellbeing and more.
    To view and register for courses online: click here
    To download PDF of the 2012 Training Handbook: click here

    St. George Community Services Training Calendar

    Download: Training Calendar

     Response Workshop for people with physical disability or mobility limitations 7th February

    This free Workshop will be held on Tuesday 7th February 2012, 10.30 to 2.30pm (lunch included) in the Central West Community College, 227 Howick Street Bathurst.

    For more information: click here

    Beyond Bingo: Enjoyable activities for seniors 8th February

    A hands-on workshop for facilitators, care workers & volunteers working in seniors groups of varying abilities.

    Topics covered:

    • All new topics to suit returning trainees and new trainees
    • How to engage your clients in enjoyable activities regardless of cognitive ability
    • Mentally stimulating activities including games and music as therapy
    • Art & craft ideas for hands on activities

    When: 8th February 2012, 9:30 – 3:30pm

    Where: Jannali Uniting Church, 527 Box Road, Jannali

    Cost: Free for volunteers, $35 for HACC Staff, $45 for non HACC Staff

    Bookings are essential.

    For more information or booking, contact Training Link team on 8558 4000 or email: vollink@stgcs.com.au

    Download: Flyer

    Grief and Loss Training

    Training starts 8th February.

    This course will explore grief throughout the life span. Various theoretical models for understanding the grief process will be discussed. Grief and loss issues will be addressed in the context of major life events such as the loss of a partner, a child or a parent, chronic illness and disability, infertility, migration and separation/divorce. Ideas and strategies to care for the carer will also be explored.

    When: 13 x 3 hour sessions: Wednesdays 8 February to 12 March + Wednesdays 9 May to 12 June 2012, 2.00pm to 5.00pm

    Where: IFP Training Rooms, Parramatta, Level 4, 146 Marsden Street, Parramatta NSW 2150

    Download: Flyer

    Community Care Common Standards Training 20th February or 5th June

    The Community Care Common Standards have been developed jointly by the Australian Government and State and Territory Governments as part of broader community care reforms to develop common arrangements that help to simplify and streamline the way community care is delivered.

    The Community Care Common Standards are in place from 1 March 2011.

    Please come along to learn the common standards and streamlined reporting processes.

    Please remember to bring your manual with you.

    When: 20th February 2012 in Loftus or 5th June in Carss Park, 9:30 – 1pm

    Where: Loftus TAFE, Room GG05, Rawson Ave, Loftus and St George Community Services, 72 Carwar Ave, Carrs Park

    Cost: $35 for HACC Staff, $45 for non HACC Staff

    Bookings are essential.

    For more information or booking, contact Training Link team on 8558 4000 or email: vollink@stgcs.com.au

    Download: Flyer

    Relationships, Private Stuff and Disability for Parents, Carers and Professionals

    Various dates and locations.

    For professionals: This is a professional development day for support workers, counsellors and educators working with teenagers and/or adults with disability. It includes practical activities and a Relationship Skills resource with session plan, social guides and a photo kit. This workshop is ideal for professionals wanting to teach friendship, dating and relationship skills to individuals or small groups of people with disability.

    For parents and carers: This workshop gives parents strategies for teenagers and adults who have an intellectual disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder. It will include practical ideas to support them to have healthy relationships.

    Cost: FREE - however you must RSVP by contacting the Dubbo office on (02) 6882 1099 or by email to laura.hayden@northcott.com.au .

    Download:

    • Dubbo, 20 and 21 February - Flyer
    • Broken Hill, 27 March - Flyer
    • Bourke, 17 April - Flyer

    More Choice and Control - NSW family stories of creating inclusive lives 9th March

    If you are wondering what could be done with an individualised funding package – this is a unique opportunity to learn from families already directing their own supports in NSW. Come and hear real stories from everyday families in NSW, about the who, what, when, where, why and how of using support. Speakers will share their experiences in an interview format.

    There will be the opportunity for questions from the audience.

    When: 9th March 2012, 9:30am – 2:30am.

    Where: Ryde/Eastwood Leagues Club, 117 Ryedale Road, West Ryde. On-site parking available via Wattle Street

    Download: Flyer

    9th National Allied Health Conference 1-3rd April

    Allied Health Professions Australia invites to you attend the 9th National Allied Health Conference in Canberra from 1-3 April 2012.

    Attendees will explore the theme Allied Health: Strengthening Health Outcomes through an exciting program developed by the Scientific Program Committee. Several prominent speakers have been invited to share their expertise and enthusiasm, covering a wide array of topics. An exciting social program will accompany the scientific program, allowing delegates to make new acquaintances and reunite with colleagues and friends!

    When: 1-3rd April 2012

    Where: Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton ACT 2600

    For more information: click here

    ACOSS National Conference 2012 - “Sharing the Wealth of the ‘Lucky’ Country” 29-30th March

    The ACOSS conference theme for 2012 is ‘Sharing the wealth of the lucky country’. Australians’ material wealth is booming but the proceeds are not being equally shared. New research shows that inequalities are rising in Australia. While the post-tax income of the poorest households is actually falling, the richest Australian households continue to earn more and more.

    It is an important moment, therefore, to reflect on what must be done to ensure Australia remains the fair and inclusive society we pride ourselves on being.

    When: 29-30th March 2012

    Where: Australian Technology Park, Sydney

    Registrations are now open for the 2012 ACOSS National Conference – the premier national event for policy-makers, researchers and those engaged in social services or advocacy across Australia.

    Early-bird discounts are now available until the 27th January. Make sure you get in early to secure your seats at the conference.

    Online registrations can be made by visiting the conference page on the ACOSS website.  This year ACOSS is offering member prices to delegates from all NCOSS member organisations so be sure to make the most of this discounted offer.

    For more information: click here

    NSW Meals on Wheels State Conference 30th May – 1st June

    Put the date in your diary – May 30th to June 1st for NSW Meals on Wheels State Conference, to be held in the Cypress Lakes Resort, Hunter Valley - www.cypresslakes.com.au. The venue has something for everyone, from golf to a day spa, so it’s the perfect getaway, as well a learning opportunity.

    The final program will be available soon but it is looking terrific with a large trade show, workshops, wonderful speakers and the conference dinner.

    The onsite registration will be operational at the end of February through the website, where you will be able to register, book your accommodation and a bus transfer from Sydney airport in one easy transaction.

    Download: Flyer

    UPCOMING EVENTS   STILL CURRENT

    Macarthur, Wingecarribee and South West Sydney HACC Training Calendar February - July

    Download: Training Calendar

    Macarthur Disability Services Training

    MDS Training is a Registered Training Organisation that provides a range of accredited courses:

    TRI Community Exchange 2012 Training Calendar for IT Workshops

    Download: Training Calendar January-June 2012

    Professional Development Program February - June

    Macarthur Disability Services presents professional development program.

    When: February to June 2012

    Where: Macarthur Disability Services, Level 8, 138 Queen Street Campbelltown NSW 2560

    Download: Flyer

    Download: Enrolment Form

    For more information contact: Erin De Rooy - Training Support Officer on 4621 8400 or email: Erin.DeRooy@mdservices.com.au

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid courses

    Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre Orana Presents Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid and Training for service providers, care workers, family carers and interested community members.

    Bourke – 30, 31 January

    Brewarrina – 2, 3 February

    Coonamble – 5, 6 March

    Cobar – 8, 9 March

    Supporting Young Carers- Regional Information sessions

    Young carers are children and young people up to the age of 25 who provide care and support to someone who has a disability, long term illness, physical illness, mental illness, drug or alcohol problem. During February 2012 Family and Community Services (Ageing, Disability and Home Care) in partnership with staff from the Young Carers program at Carers NSW will be holding regional information sessions promoting new resources to assist frontline staff in identifying and supporting young carers.
    The sessions will be open to all interested government and non-government service providers and will showcase a new guide, website and e-learning tool.
    Dates and times for these sessions are:

    • Sydney City 2 February 10:00am – 12 noon
    • Wagga Wagga 6 February 10:30am – 12:30pm
    • Wollongong 8 February 10:30am – 12:30pm
    • Bateman’s Bay 9 February 10:00am – 12 noon
    • Sydney South West 13 February 10:30am – 12:30pm
    • Newcastle 15 February 10:30am – 12:30pm
    • Port Macquarie 16 Februaty 10:00am –

    To book a place contact Wendy Sharman on 02 9277 5620 or email wendy.sharman@facs.nsw.gov.au

    13th Having a Say Conference  8-10th February

    Where: Deakin University, Waterfront Campus, Geelong Victoria

    Features will include:

    • Presentations & Performances by people with disabilities
    • Workshops & Information sessions
    • VALID Advocacy Stream
    • Dinner & Disco
    • Conference Expo
    • Having a Go Talent Show
    • Come & Try Activities

    For more Information call 03 9416 4003 (metro & services) or Rural Victorian participants/families on 1800 655 570 or e-mail: havingasay@valid.org.au

    Keep an eye on the conference Website

    Carer Support Group workshop for facilitators

    Carers NSW would like to invite you to attend a FREE one day workshop. Carer Support Groups: A workshop for facilitators covers a broad range of topics and issues that relate to the role of a carer support group facilitator.

    This training is open to:

    • Carers and service providers who currently facilitate a carer support group
    • Carers and service providers who are interested in facilitating their own group

    Locations and Dates for workshops for 2012

    • Sydney, Thursday 9 February
    • Tamworth, Wednesday 22 February
    • Wagga Wagga, Wednesday 14 March
    • Newcastle, Wednesday 4 April

    For more information or to register contact the Education and Training team on (02) 9280 4744 or education@carersnsw.asn.au

    Download: Flyer

    NDS Leading the Way Seminar 12th February

    This one day event will provide not-for-profit boards and CEOs a one off opportunity to engage with high level strategic discussion within the context of the social policy we must operate within. The program will consist of various high profile speakers in a Chief Executive position of corporate and non-government organisations.

    When: 12th February 2012

    Where: Hilton, Sydney

    For more information: click here

    Online registration

    NDS NSW Annual State Conference 2012 – Call for Papers 13-14th February

    We are in a time of unprecedented and transformative change. The significant shift towards more person centred ways of service delivery is just the start of a whole system overhaul that will enable people with disability to exercise greater choice and voice in the services and supports they need to live their lives.

    Against the back-drop of a future National Disability Insurance Scheme and the current shift towards individualised, portable and self-directed funding arrangements, a new vision and role for disability service providers is emerging.

    For more information and registration: contact Miriam Sosin on 02 9256 3133 or e-mail: miriam.sosin@nds.org.au.

    Download: Call for Papers - Flyer

    Working with people who have dementia and physical disability

    No cost for providers or participants

    These workshops are for community service providers in the metro north region. This is a skills based program for community service providers supporting clients who have physical disability and dementia. Each workshop encompasses 2- days (one module each day).

    • 14 and 21 February 2012 9am-4pm Penrith Bowling & Recreation Club, Corner Woodriff & Derby Streets, Penrith
    • 17 and 24 February 2012 9am-4pm Blacktown Workers Club, 55 Campbell Street, Blacktown

    Download: Flyer

    ‘What’s the rent?’ seminar from Shelter NSW & Tenants’ Union of NSW 15th February

    Registrations close on Wednesday, 1 February 2012

    If your agency assists low-income tenants or you are a tenant, ‘What’s the rent?’ is for you. This seminar will investigate current arrangements for delivering affordable rents, and explore directions for reform.

    When: Wednesday, 15 February 2012, from 9.00am to 1.00pm

    Where: Mitchell Theatre, Level 1, Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts, 280 Pitt Street, Sydney

    Download: Flyer and Registration form

    Asperger's National Conference 16-18th February

    ‘Living side by side, connecting with people on the Autism Spectrum’ will interest People on the Autism Spectrum, Families, Carers, Professionals, Education staff, Academics, Service Providers, Government officials and staff, Interested Community Members. 

    Keynote Speakers include:

    • Prof Tony Attwood, world renowned Clinical Psychologist (Qld)
    • Dr Michelle Garnett, Clinical Psychologist Proprietor of Minds & Hearts Clinic (Qld)
    • Dr Wendy Lawson MAPS Bss, Bsw(Hons), GDip(Psychstud), GDip(Psychology) PhD (VIC)
    • Katharine Annear Manager, State Wide Autism Project at Autism SA Director, Australia at Autism Women's Network & artist (SA)
    • Dr Lisa-Ann Gershwin Doctor of Marine Biology - has over 18 years’ experience in jellyfish research, with focus on Australian jellyfish since 1998. She has published over 40 technical scientific papers on jellyfish and sting research (TAS)

    When:  16-18th February 2012

    Where: Bardon Conference Centre, 390 Simpson Rd, Bardon QLD

    For more information: click here

    Conference on people with intellectual disability in the criminal justice system 17th February

    Together with the Intellectual Disability Rights Service and the Criminal Justice Research Network UNSW, NSW Council for Intellectual Disability presents “From outlaws towards inclusion”– a conference on 10 years of challenges and progress in rights and human services for people with intellectual disability in contact with the criminal justice system. The conference will be at the University of NSW.

    More information will be available shortly.

    Parents promoting resilience seminar 20th February

    The NDCO Program at UWS is proud to be supporting a FREE seminar for parents of young people with disabilities - Parents Promoting Resilience: Preparing young people to negotiate the ups and downs of life.

    Resilience is an important quality for all people, but especially for people with disabilities who may face additional challenges. This seminar will provide practical strategies to parents and others who support adolescents and young adults with disability, including learning disabilities, chronic medical conditions and mental illnesses.

    When: Monday, 20 February 2012, 5:45pm-8:00pm

    Where: at Narellan Library Building, Cnr Queen and Elyard Streets, Narellan

    Download: Flyer

    Brand new resource – Getting young people ready for life after school: A guide for parents - will be launched at this event.

    Pathways Through the Maze - National Hoarding & Squalor Conference 21-22nd February

    Catholic Community Services is organising the National Hoarding & Squalor Conference 2012 - this 2-day innovative national conference is the second of its kind.

    When: 21 – 22 February 2012

    Where: Sydney Masonic Centre, 66 Goulburn Street, Sydney

    Download: Flyer

    Launch of A Self Improvement Resource for Community Service Providers working with Older Refugees 22nd February

    This resource aims to raise awareness, provide guidance, information and resources for aged care workers when working with older people from a refugee or refugee-like background.

    When: Wednesday, 22 February 2012, registration 9.30am for 10am start to 1pm

    Where: Cabra Vale Leisure Centre, Broomfield Street, Cabramatta NSW 2166

    Please RSVP to Yvonne Santalucia on 0439 309 673 or email yvonne.santalucia@sswahs.nsw.gov.au

    Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing: Looking After Ourselves  various dates and locations

    This is free one day workshop on the Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing: ‘Looking After Ourselves’ Resource. The workshop is based on a train the trainer model and designed for service providers and Aboriginal carers who work with or want to work with carers within the Aboriginal community in promoting carer health and wellbeing. The workshop provides the opportunity for participants to become familiar with the new Carers NSW resource for Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing, including the Looking After Ourselves DVD.

    Program materials and the resource will be provided on the day of training.

    At present there are four scheduled workshops –

    • Tamworth         Thursday, 23 February
    • Wagga Wagga Thursday, 15 March
    • Central Coast   Thursday, 22 March
    • Newcastle        Tuesday, 3 April

    These locations were chosen based on interest for training in those areas.

    For more information please contact the Education and Training team on (02) 92804744 or email education@carersnsw.asn.au

    Download: Flyer

    Partners in Depression - free six week group program 24th February - 30th March

    Partners in Depression is a FREE six week group program that aims to address the information and support needs of those who live with or love someone experiencing depression.

    The program covers a range of topics including:

    • What is depression
    • Treatments for depression
    • Suicidality and self-harm
    • How do you best support someone with depression
    • Communication strategies

    The program is run by health professionals and provides a forum in which to receive information and ask questions about depression and your support role, with others with similar experiences.

    When: 24th February, 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th March 2012, 10 am – 12 noon

    Where: Carer Assist Office, 438 Burwood Road, Belmore

    Download: Flyer

    21st  Annual Tri-State Conference Aged care: The new frontier 26 – 28th   February

    The 21st Annual Tri-State Conference will bring aged care professionals from across NSW and Victoria, as well as South Australia, to consider the Conference theme Aged care: The new frontier.

    In 2012, Aged care: The new frontier will look at the future of aged care as the industry embarks upon the journey into a new era of aged care provision following the 2011 release of the Productivity Commission’s report into the industry.

    Presentations from leading industry experts will focus on a range of projects, methods and ideas which will lead the industry into a new chapter, a new frontier of aged care services provision, management and leadership.

    For more information: click here

    Effective Ways of Engaging Men 1st March

    This is Australia’s leading men’s health promotion training program that focuses on how we can more effectively communicate health and wellbeing messages to men and what agencies and organisations need to know about making their services, programs and resources more men friendly to achieve the best possible outcomes for men and boys. The program is for men and women who work in organisations and companies that provide health, welfare, wellbeing or community services for men and boys.

    When: 1st March 2012

    Where: Western Sydney Community Forum, Level 4, 146 Marsden St., Parramatta

    Download: Flyer

    ‘Housing economics for non-economists’ lecture series 5,12,19 & 26th  March

    The lecture series is essential for policymakers and advocates in the non-profit housing sector — both government and non-government — and anyone wanting to understand how housing markets work.

    When: Mondays, 5, 12, 19 and 26 March 2012, from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm. Please arrive by 3.45 pm.

    Where: Training room 1, ground floor, Sydney Trades Hall, 377–383 Sussex Street (near Goulburn Street), Sydney.

    Download: Flyer and Registration form

    Australian Association of Developmental Disability Medicine (AADDM) Conference 8-10th March

    The Australian Association of Developmental Disability Medicine (AADDM) is pleased to announce that it will hold its 2012 Conference at the Scientia Centre, University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia on March 8-10, 2012. The AADDM2012 conference will be an “ideal learning opportunity for medical practitioners, policy makers, academics and government,” according to conference convenor Associate Professor Julian Trollor. Key themes for the AADDM2012 conference are Mental Health, Physical Health across the Life Span and Health Services Development.

    The AADDM 2012 Organising Committee welcomes submissions for Symposia, Free Papers and Posters.

    For more information: click here

    2012 AAG & ACS Rural Conference - Calling for Abstracts 19-20th March

    The Australian Association of Gerontology (NSW Division) (AAG) in conjunction with Aged & Community Services Association of NSW & ACT (ACS)  invite you to submit an abstract for the 2012 AAG & ACS Rural Conference to be held in Dubbo on the 19th and 20th March, 2012.

    This year’s conference theme is “Ageing Well” and will allow presenters to share research, new approaches, innovations, evidence-based practice and policy developments. The Conference will be of interest to older people, health and aged care practitioners, researchers, community care providers, policy makers and planners and anyone interested in current issues in ageing.

    For more information contact ACS Events on (02) 8754 0400 or email events@agedservices.asn.au

    Workshop Grief, loss, transition and change: creative ways of working with children, adolescents and families 26-27th March

    This is a two-day experiential course, facilitated by Anthony Hillin.

    When: 26 & 27th March, 2012 (Monday & Tuesday), 9.00 am – 4.30 pm

    Where: Burwood RSL, 96 Shaftesbury Rd, NSW 2134 (convenient for train, bus and free parking)

    Price: $530 early bird by February 24th, including a hot buffet lunch and refreshments, or $590 after February 24th.

    Download: Flyer

    Assistive Technology Suppliers Australasia Professional Development Seminars ­ Invitation to Present 16-17th May

    Please note that the closing date for applications will be 17th February 2012

    The ATSA Daily Living Expo is Australia’s foremost exhibition for Rehabilitation and Aged Care Equipment and it is being staged for the second time at the Caulfield Racecourse in Melbourne, 16-17th May 2012. ATSA is now seeking submissions from companies and individuals who would like to present at the 2012 Expo. The presentations can be either clinical and/or commercial in nature and generally run from 30 to 60 minutes. The only prerequisite is that they are of real interest and value to the therapists and others who will be attending.
    This is a rare opportunity to introduce new product developments, speak out on issues relating to disability or ageing, highlight breakthrough technologies, demonstrate techniques for client assessment or present the latest research findings.
    We welcome presentations from therapists, equipment manufacturers, rehab engineers, medical experts, care givers and consumers.

    Download: Application Form

    Aged and Community Services Australia (ACSA) fourth national Community Care Conference and Trade Exhibition 21-22nd May

    It is with great pleasure we invite you to Adelaide, South Australia for the Aged and Community Services Australia (ACSA) fourth national Community Care Conference and Trade Exhibition. It will be hosted by Aged and Community Services SA & NT and held from 21st May to 22nd May 2012 at the world class Adelaide Convention Centre.

    The Conference speaking program has been developed around the Conference theme of Firm Foundations: Flexible Futures.

    When: 21st to 22nd May 2012

    Where: Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide SA.

    Conference website

    2012 and 2013 LCSA Conferences - Advance Notice

    The 2012 LCSA Conference will be held at the Citigate Central on 4th - 6th September 2012.

    Conference Theme: Authentic Engagement

    Suggestions for sub-themes, keynote presentations and workshops are welcome and should be made via email to brian@lcsansw.org.au .

    The 2013 LCSA Conference will be held on 27th - 29th August 2013.

    Reserve these dates now.

    Arts Activated National Conference 2012 30-31st October

    The third Arts Activated National Conference presents an interactive exploration of access to the Arts as a practical outcome of Australian cultural life. Artists and advocates, practitioners and producers, arts administrators and policy-makers will connect, debate and influence the vision of full social inclusion in all areas of the Arts nationwide.

    For more information contact Amanda Tink, Conference Convenor, Accessible Arts on 9251 6499 ext 106 or atink@aarts.net.au

    Conference website

     

    REPORTS & RESOURCES NEW LISTINGS

    Australian Bureau of Statistics

    Limbs4 Life – e-News

    Download: e-News Summer 2011

    NCOSS Health E-News January 2012, Edition 16

    Download: NCOSS Health E-News

    ADHC resource: Identifying and supporting young carers: A guide for service providers

    Download: Guide

    NCOSS Ageing & Disability Update:

    Missed an issue? Past editions are now online at the NCOSS website - here

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    Contributed:

    Rashmi Kumar & Christine Regan

    Senior Policy Officers, NCOSS

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