Occupational Therapy Australia hosted its national conference and exhibition in Perth last month. The theme of the conference was Partnership, Inclusion and Innovation, and true to this theme, a record number […]
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Become a community leader for Victorians with disability
A program to help people with disability become community leaders has been launched in Victoria. Leadership Victoria and the Victorian Government are working together to provide a range of training […]
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Sidetember fund raiser reboots for 2017
A fun initiative to raise funds for those with brain injury kicks off in September. Sidetember 2017 gives participants the opportunity to step into the shoes of someone living with a […]
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What to expect from the Invictus Games
F2L spoke to Patrick Kidd, Invictus Games CEO, about his expectations for this big event. Kidd described the Games, as more than a sporting event. “It is a celebration of […]
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New intellectual disability resources for carers
New tools and resources for carers supporting people with intellectual disability. Launched at a Research to Action Day at the University of New South Wales, Sydney, the resources include: e-Learning modules for carers, […]
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Active Ageing Conference gathers pace
Get current evidence in restorative care, reablement and wellness at the Active Ageing Conference. This one day conference brings together leading providers, allied health professionals and experts in the field […]
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Empower Golf needs your vote
Empower Golf, a finalist in the SunSuper Dreams for a Better World, needs your vote. This is so it can proceed to the grand final with the chance to win […]
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New panel for DES providers – register now
Businesses wanting to deliver Disability Employment Services (DES) need to register by August 29. In a statement, Assistant Minister for Social Services, Jane Prentice, said a new panel of DES […]
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Applications open for Variety Heart scholarships
It’s time to apply for a Variety Heart Scholarship. Variety supports children living with disability, chronic illness, geographic isolation and financial hardship, by providing practical equipment, programs and care, chief […]
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House with No Steps enters Virtual Reality
House with No Steps plans to develop Virtual Reality-based learning tools for disability support workers. The disability services provider has been awarded $200,000 from the National Disability Services Innovative Workforce […]
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Disability workforce gets funding hike
Disability organisations will share nearly $2.9 million to boost the disability workforce. A total of 21 projects would receive grants of up to $200,000 under the first round of the […]
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Out now: First Australian Disability Workforce Report
First report from disability workforce frontline paints an interesting picture of a rapidly growing sector. It is the first public report to analyse Workforce Wizard and carecareers data to reveal National […]