April 26, 2013
Health and Wellbeing Programs
We have a few upcoming programs which are listed below that we still have vacancies available for people to attend.
- · Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Jimboomba Caddies Wed 15 May -19 June meeting once weekly for six weeks between the hours of 10am-12.30pm
- · Diabetes Self-Management Program 37 Wembley Rd Logan Central Thurs 2 May – 13 June meeting once weekly for six weeks between the hours of 9.30am-12.30pm
- · Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Progress Hall Macleay Island Tues 14 May – 18 June meeting once weekly for six weeks between the hours of 9.30am-12.00pm
- · Positive Change Program Jimboomba Library Fri 26 April – 21 June Meeting once a week for 10 weeks between the hours of 9.30am-11.30am (we will take people up to 3 weeks into the program)
All of the Programs we offer are totally free of charge. All people need to do to register for any of the programs is contact myself or Michelle Nielsen via phone (1300 467 265)
June 12, 2013
Community conversation sessions about disability reforms.
How will changes to disability support & funding affect you?
Australia and NSW are currently undergoing radical reforms in regard to the funding, design and delivery of support to people with a disability.
With so much going on in the media it can be difficult to know just how these changes to disability support may affect you – as a person with a disability; or as family members and carers of someone with a disability.
To bring you the latest information on all these reforms and what they might mean to each of you, DAISI – with the support of NCOSS – is hosting a series of community conversation sessions about disability reforms in the region.
You are invited to attend your local session and bring along your questions for speakers Christine Regan, Senior Policy Officer NCOSS and DAISI CEO and Eldercare Lawyer, Dona L. Graham.
Attendance is Free. Morning tea will be provided and all venues are disability accessible.
To RSVP please email admin @daisi.asn.au or FREECALL 1800 800 340
Session Times: 10:00am to 1:00pm
Wednesday, 12th June 2013
Lismore – TURSA 11/15 Carrington St, Lismore
Thursday, 13th June 2013
Ballina – Ballina RSL 240 River St, Ballina
Friday, 14th June 2013
Tweed Heads – Salvation Army Church Cnr Woodlands Drive & Leisure Drive, Banora Point
Wednesday, 26th June 2013
Grafton – Grafton Community Centre, Duke Street
A culturally tailored regional session has been organised for Aboriginal people on Tuesday, 25th June 2013 at Windara 253 Sextonville Rd, Casino.
Service Providers:
At each event, a separate session will be held from 1:30pm – 3:00pm specifically for disability service support providers and their staff.
June 30, 2013
Intro to Augmentative and Alternative Communication
One day Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication for families, educators, therapists and support workers who interact with people who have a need for non spoken methods of communication and use of technology including iPad and Voice Output Communication Aids
July 12, 2013
Musgrave Park Family fun day
Celebrating MPFFD ..
The Musgrave Park Family Fun Day turns 22 in 2013
Come along and enjoy the festivities including;
*Elders Tent Traditional & Contemporary
*Dancing Free Kids Rides Side Show Alley
*Traditional & Contemporary Foods Tea & Coffee Arts & Craft
*3 Live Performance
*Stages Information & Career Stalls,
*Live Radio Broadcast Youth Stage
*Open Mike Sessions
*Face Painting
*Fun for the Whole Family!
When: Friday 12th July 2013 from: 9am
Call us on 0478 789 386 Email us at: mpffdinc@gmail.com www.musgraveparkffd.com
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August 6, 2013
LOGAN School Transition Information Day
An information day for Parents and Students, living with disability and wondering about 
life after school.
Service Providers and Government agencies will display resources, answer questions and provide information about the processes and supports for young people moving from school to the adult community.
Learn more about: Employment, Futher Education and Training, Sprot, Recreation and Social Acitivities, Advocacy, Respite Services, Day Activities.
Cost: FREE. When: Tuesday 6th Agugust 2013 Time: 9.30am – 2.30pm
Where: Logan Central Community Centre, 9 Jacaranda Avenue, Woodridge, Logan Central
(low red brick building across from Logan City Art Gallery, on the corner of Jacaranda and Wembly Rd)
An initiative of: * Education Queensland – School transition officer - 0408 736 215
* Red Cross and *National Disability Coordination Officer Programme
August 10, 2013
Living on Wheels – Open Day
How many Children are there in Wheelchairs in Brisbane? Are you and your child prepared to spend a life in one?
Come and Join George Kambouris at the Carindale PCYC on Saturday 10th August from 9am – 1pm for an introduction to “Living on Wheels”
George will inspire you with his achievements, and introduce you to the new programs he has designed to increase your ability to take control of your life.
* PCYC Mobility Training: Aimed especially at children 4 – 18 yrs and held once a week for four consecutive weeks at the Carindale PCYC
* 2 Day and 5 Day Mobility Lifestyle & Sporting Programs: From 5yrs to adults, held over consecutive days at a venue determined by class size, weather and other events.
* General Skills: You might not realise just how much skill is required to be able to stay in your chair on a daily basis. How daunting that can be for you also if you are new to being in a chair. George has had experience from day one and will put you on the start of your journey to learning how to have real freedom in your chair. Any questions call George on 07 3843 6769 or to acknowledge your interest email: george@livingonwheels.com.au
August 27, 2013
School Transition information day
An information day for Parents and Students, living with disability and wondering about life after school.
Service Providers and Government agencies will display resources, answer questions and provide information about the processes and supports for young people moving from school to the adult community.
Learn more about: Employment, Futher Education and Training, Sprot, Recreation and Social Acitivities, Advocacy, Respite Services, Day Activities.
Cost: FREE. When: Tuesday 27th Agugust 2013 Time: 12.30am – 5.00pm
Where: The Hall, Redland District Special School, Panorama Drive, Thornlands
An initiative of: * Education Queensland – School transition officer - 0408 736 215
* Open Minds and *National Disability Coordination Officer Programme
September 11, 2013
Disability Awareness & Opportunity Expo
The Expo is Back for 2013
The Disability Awareness & Opportunity Expo will be held again at the Mt.Gravatt Showground on 11th September 2013 from 10am to 3pm
50 Stalls of Service Providers, workshops, Guest Speakers and entertainment.
Also we will be holding the Recognition Awards for those wonderful and deserving People with Disability and Caregivers in our community, so get your thinking caps on and let us know who you feel deserves to be recognised this year. .
Contact Yvonne Campbell at expo@specialcarecentral.com.au or 0417 729 315 More updates available here
