No 337 – 19 August 2015
“If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. Don't complain. ” - Maya Angelou
ACTIVITIES ...... 2 FUNDING / FINANCIAL MATTERS...... 6 Club All In for Adults with / without Disability Aspect's 13 th Annual Comedy Night Dance to the Nines! Manly Council’s Community & Cultural Grants Friendship and Relationship Skills Workshop Program 2015/16 Reminder: 2015 Northcott High School Interschool 2016 Vision Australia Further Education Bursaries Athletics Carnival Young Carer Bursary Program The Right Foot – Free Dance Workshops for Young 2016 Ansvar Grants for Community Education Adults with / without Disability Program 2015 Focus On Ability Short Film Festival For Sale: Electric Wheelchair - Quickie 2 Open Day at Different Degrees Theatre Ensemble CONFERENCES, TRAINING, SEMINARS.. 7 CARERS ...... 3 Tools for Creative Seated Movement for All St Lucy’s Key Word Sign Basic Workshop Ages Stepping Stones Triple P Sessions Next Meeting for Carers Updates Stepping Stones Triple P Sessions Free Community Information Night: Parkinson’s Stepping Stones Triple P Project Disease TABISS Programs at Interaction Disability Services Mental Health First Aid Course in Dee Why NSW Oral Program of ‘Hear For You’ for Hearing Leaders’ Conversation Series: Building Customers Impaired Teens and a Customer Centred Strategy Free Family Carer Education Program Are You Ready? Consider End of Life Planning Living Well After Cancer - Free Community Education Recipe for Success - Autism-specific Positive Program Behaviour Workshop Hercules House – Day 2 Day Living Program Vicarious Trauma Workshop Considering Housing Options for a Person with a ‘Meet the Experts’ series: Facebook 101 Disability? Towards a Better Life Northern Beaches Younger VIP (Vision Impaired Afternoon Tea with Andrea for Northern Beaches Persons) 5 Simple Steps to Maximise your Brain Health Fun Foodies Healthy Eating Program by Lane Cove & Work Opportunities for Women - TAFE Northside Community Services Arts + disability expo 2015 Men’s Group – “Developing Skills for Better Person-Centred Facilitation Course Relationships” Career Kick-start for Youth aged 15-18 YOUR PARTICIPATION COUNTS...... 5 Financial Inclusion – Everyone’s Business Volunteering with Youth ConneXions Training at Family Planning NSW Participation in the NDIS "Stem Cells and the Gastrointestinal System" Reminder: Walk With Me – in Parramatta Invitation to Become a LinkAGE Volunteer Direct Employment Accessible Technology Free Direct Payment Training with My Voice
P 1 WARRINGAH COUNCIL, Civic Centre 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 T 02 9942 2686 F 02 9942 2664 E [email protected] ISSN 1448-7705 Club All In for Adults with / without Disability What? Adults with and without disability and aged 18+ are invited to dance to music by DJ Cosmos and make new friends. When? Friday 28 August, 7pm-10pm. Where? Narraweena Community Hall, 74 Oceana Street, Narraweena. Cost? $10 includes non alcoholic drink. RSVP? Book your place with Hayley Curran on 9942 2560 or [email protected] .
Dance to the Nines! What? A night for people over 18 with a disability. Dance the night away to the live music of PUN INTENDED. Light refreshments provided When? Friday 4 September, 6pm - 9pm. Where? Dougherty Community Centre, 7 Victor Street, chatswood. RSVP? To book, phone Kathy on 9777 7581 (Mon/Tue) or email [email protected] .
Friendship and Relationship Skills Workshop What? Parts 1 and 2 workshops for people with disability (aged 25 years plus) will include structured educational activities. Topics include conversation and turn taking; Making friends; Steps in forming relationships; Touching, timing and consent; and Protecting yourself from unwanted touch. This workshop gives the participants an opportunity to meet and socialise with others. When? Saturdays 19 and 26 September, 1pm-4pm. Where? Granville Town Hall, 10 Carlton Street, Granville. Cost? $145 fee covers both days. And add $5 for the cafe outing. RSVP? To register or for information, email Liz Dore on [email protected] .
Reminder: 2015 Northcott High School Interschool Athletics Carnival What? All students who have a disability are welcome to represent their school and compete against other young people with similar abilities from both Sydney metro and regional areas. Students from schools that do not have enough students to create a team can compete as a Combined Schools Team. Schools must arrange transportation for their own students. Students may enter up to three races, and compete in discus, shotput, wheelchair slalom. When? Wednesday 9 September, 9.30am-2.30pm. Where? Blacktown International Sportspark Athletics Centre, Eastern Road, Rooty Hill NSW 2148. Cost? $9.00 competitor, $2.60 spectator, carer free. RSVP? For forms or enquiries, contact Ben Knight on 9890 0192 or [email protected] . See www.northcott.com.au/services/sport-and-leisure .
The Right Foot – Free Dance Workshops for Young Adults with / without Disability What? Facilitated by Sarah-Vyne Vassalo and Brianna Kell, these workshops for people aged 14-26 are open to all levels of ability, with low to moderate support needs. Dirtyfeet is a not-for-profit contemporary dance organisation providing free opportunities for young people to improve health and wellbeing, build confidence and connect with Sydney’s professional dance artists. When? 12 & 19 & 26 September, & 3 October – 10am-1.30pm. Where? Glebe Town Hall, 160 St Johns Road, Glebe NSW 2037. Cost? Free, limited places. Supported by the NSW Government through Arts NSW. RSVP? Essential to register at www.dirtyfeet.com.au/the-right-foot-rego . See the Right Foot documentary at http://vimeo.com/95485143 .
2015 Focus On Ability Short Film Festival Though voting is closed, the films at www.focusonability.com.au/FOA/Films.html are worth watching to see how people present themselves, their varied skills, accessibility inclusion – not only in Australia but around the world.
Open Day at Different Degrees Theatre Ensemble What? Try out your acting skills and check the skills of the group of 13 adults with various talents and lots of potential. Put on your creative hat for two hours in delightful company and a great atmosphere. The Ensemble has performed at the Powerhouse Museum winning the award in the category ‘Accessibility in the arts’ and at the Concourse in Chatswood to celebrate the International Day of People with a Disability. This year the group has been working on a new play. When? Wednesday16 September, 6pm-8pm. Where? Lane Cove Living and Learning Centre, 180 Longueville Rd, Lane Cove. Cost? $10 per person. RSVP? Call Olga on 9420 8555 or email [email protected]
P 2 WARRINGAH COUNCIL, Civic Centre 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 T 02 9942 2686 F 02 9942 2664 E [email protected] ISSN 1448-7705 CARERS AND CONSUMERS St Lucy’s Key Word Sign Basic Workshop What? St Lucy’s accredited KWS trainers (Speech Pathologist Melissa Miao and Special Education Teacher Nicole Alldis) will cover the use of Key Word Sign and natural gesture to assist individuals who have difficulties with receptive and/or expressive communication. This workshop is relevant for anyone living or working with a person with communication difficulties including families, teachers, health professionals, child care workers and volunteers. No previous signing experience is necessary. Manuals ‘Getting Started with Key Word Sign’ will be available for purchase. When? Friday 21 August, 9.30am – 3.30pm. Where? St Lucy’s School, 21 Cleveland St, Wahroonga. Cost? St Lucy’s families $100, Others $120. Financial assistance is available for St Lucy’s families who are experiencing difficult financial circumstances. Morning tea and a light lunch will be served. RSVP? Book online: http://www.trybooking.com/IMCC . For information, contact Natalie Montgomery on 9487 1277 or [email protected] .
Stepping Stones Triple P Sessions What? Parents of children aged 2-12 with a disability are eligible for free parenting support sessions: When? Positive Parenting for children with a disability Wed 2 Sep, 1-2.30pm; or Wed 14 Oct, 7pm-8.30pm Helping your child reach their potential – Wed 9 Sep, 1pm-2.30pm; Wed 21 Oct, 7pm-8.30pm Changing problem behaviour into positive behaviour Wed 16 Sep, 1pm-2.30pm; Wed 28 Oct, 7pm-8.30pm. Where? The Meeting House, 23a Stokes Street, Lane Cove North. RSVP? Contact Early Ed North Sydney on 9923 2727 or [email protected] . For other dates, visit www.triplep-steppingstones.net .
Stepping Stones Triple P Sessions What? Parents of children aged 2-12 with a disability are eligible for free parenting support sessions: When? Positive Parenting for children with a disability Thu 3 September, 9.45am-11.45am. Helping your child reach their potential – Thursday 10 September, 9.45am-11.45am. Changing problem behaviour into positive behaviour Thursday 17 September, 9.45am-11.45am. Where? Main Hall, North Narrabeen Community and Tennis Centre, 2/10 Woorarra Avenue, North Narrabeen. RSVP? These programs are eing funded as part of a research project, so contact the team to register on 9114 4060 or [email protected] .
Stepping Stones Triple P Project What? St Lucy's is part of a new study into the Stepping Stones Triple P (SSTP), specially tailored for parents of children with a disability. This involves SSTP seminars and primary care (individual consultations) with parents and carers free of charge. When? Concurrent sessions will run on Mondays 7-8.30pm, Tuesdays 9.30-11am. 1 - Positive parenting for children with a disability 12 & 13 October 2 – Helping your child reach their potential 19 & 20 October 3 – Changing problem behaviour into positive behaviour 26 & 27 October Where? St Lucy's School, 21 Cleveland Street, Wahroonga NSW 2076. Info? For information or to register for individual sessions, contact Natalie Montgomery, Head of Education Support Services (Wed Thu Fri) on 9487 1277 or [email protected] . She is also available for individual consultations on Tuesday mornings or other days by appointment. RSVP? Interested families are asked to contact the project coordinators to register interest on 9114 4060 or [email protected] . See www.triplep-steppingstones.net/au-en/home .
TABISS Programs at Interaction Disability Services • Sleep Hygiene for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder – Monday 31 August, 10am-1pm . Nadia Azzopardi & Amanda Wood Real Disability Care offer practical strategies for direct support staff ($50) and Parents or unpaid carers (free) of children with an intellectual disability in the Cumberland/Prospect • Triple P Stepping Stones: 9 week group program on Mondays for parents and unpaid carers of children (aged 2-12) with intellectual disabilities. Face to face sessions for 5 weeks (12 Oct – 9 Nov), Telephone sessions for 3 weeks at a mutually agreed time (16 – 30 Nov), Face to face final session (7 Dec). $20 for the program. Morning tea provided. Lunch provided for sessions 1 and 9. Where? Baulkham Hills 2153. RSVP? For enquiries, contact Interaction Services at [email protected] or phone 1300 668 123. Registration form at www.interactionservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/TABISS- Registration-Form-2014.docx
P 3 WARRINGAH COUNCIL, Civic Centre 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 T 02 9942 2686 F 02 9942 2664 E [email protected] ISSN 1448-7705 NSW Oral Program of ‘Hear For You’ for Hearing Impaired Teens What? These workshops for deaf/ hard of hearing/ hearing impaired teens in Years 7-10 offer a way to meet other Deaf/ HoH/ HI teens and develop strategies on how to reach your goals. See www.hearforyou.com.au programs. When? Four Sunday workshops: 11 & 25 October, 8 & 22 November. Where? All workshops take place at the Hearing Hub, Macquarie University. Cost? $100 fee and $200 deposit (refunded upon completing all workshops). RSVP? For information, contact John Lui on [email protected] or SMS only 0419 431 089. By Wedneday 7 October, sign up online at http://hearforyou.com.au/program/nsw/enrol .
Free Family Carer Education Program • Family and Friends Evening Session – Dementia Awareness presentation to assist friends and extended family not in a direct caring role. This session provides information to strengthen the relationship with the person with dementia and helpful strategies for quality engagement. This program will also provide links to support services in your local area. Light snack provided. Thursday 20 August, 6pm to 8.30pm. • 3 Day Carer Program Wednesdays 2, 9 and 16 September, 10am-2.30pm. Light snack is provided. Day 1 - The Nature of Dementia , Effective Communications and Activities Day 2 - Understanding & Responding to Behaviours Day 3 - The Impact of Dementia, Community Services and Planning Ahead Where? Alzheimer’s Australia NSW, Dementia & Memory Community Centre, corner Cox’s & Norton Roads, North Ryde. RSVP? To register, contact Gail Longhurst on 8875 4640 or [email protected] .
Living Well After Cancer - Free Community Education Program What? Run by The Cancer Council NSW with trained cancer survivors, the program includes practical information and open discussion for people who are cancer survivors, carers, family, friends and work colleagues. Participants will learn about the possible changes, challenges and opportunities after completing cancer treatment, and have the opportunity to connect with others on a similar journey, and share tips, ideas and activities to help live life well. This is open to all regardless of treatment facility. When? Saturday 22 August, 10am-12.30pm. Lunch and refreshments after the program with the opportunity to further mingle with participants and facilitators. Where? Macquarie Park. RSVP? Essential to register on 1300 200 558.
Hercules House – Day 2 Day Living Program What? This service of Schizophrenia Fellowship of NSW Inc has a varied program of activities on Mon Tue Thu Fri for people affected by mental illness. Some of these are: • Hearing Voices Support Group every Friday 1.30pm • Tobacco free for carers and consumers commences 11am on Friday the 7 th of August in the Administration building of the Hub, number 47 • Visit to Taronga Zoo on Monday 24 August, with super discounted tickets for members. • The New Moves exercise program. • SFNSW Sports and Recreation camp coming soon. When? Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday. Where? 51 Hercules Street, Chatswood NSW 2067. Info? For information and to participate, contact Jennifer Madsen, Team Leader, on 9199 6190 or [email protected] .
Considering Housing Options for a Person with a Disability? What? All are welcome to attend this free parent-led symposium at which parents share their experiences in joining forces to set up a group home for their children, negotiating with service providers and obtaining direct funding to cover the costs. Places are limited. When? Tuesday 25 August, 10am-3pm. Where? The Woolpack Hotel, 229 Chalmers Street, Redfern. RSVP? Email Katrina on [email protected] to reserve a place.
Northern Beaches Younger VIP (Vision Impaired Persons) What? Informal social meet-and-greet and/or dinner for vision impaired adults aged 20-55 years. When? Thursday 27 August, 6.30pm. Where? Dee Why RSL Club, 932 Pittwater Road, Dee Why. RSVP? Contact Merrisa Wills on 0419 272 938 or email [email protected] .
P 4 WARRINGAH COUNCIL, Civic Centre 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 T 02 9942 2686 F 02 9942 2664 E [email protected] ISSN 1448-7705 Fun Foodies Healthy Eating Program by Lane Cove & Northside Community Services What? The course will involve 1 hour of coaching from a dietician about the different food groups and their impact on the body and healthy food choices. Then the group will embark on a small bus trip to a related destination (farmers market, food court, supermarket, lunch). When? Eight Tuesdays starting 13 October for four hours 11.30am to 3.30pm. Where? Starting at Lane Cove Library, Library Walk, Lane Cove. RSVP? If you are interested in the program, contact Clare Ganly, Disability Support Worker, Lane Cove & Northside Community Services, on 9427 6425 / 0422 150 411 or [email protected] .
Men’s Group – “Developing Skills for Better Relationships” What? Men’s roles and responsibilities are rapidly changing. This group provides a safe place for positive interactions where men can listen to each other’s experience and learn how to improve relationships, self-awareness, self-acceptance and masculinity. Food is provided so the men can come straight from work. When? Meets every 1 st and 3 rd Wednesday monthly, 6.30pm-8.30pm. Where? CatholicCare Family Centre, 29 Yardley Avenue, Waitara. Info? Phone Nigel Jones on 9488 2400 for additional information. YOUR PARTICIPATION COUNTS Volunteering with Youth ConneXions Young people with disabilities want to get out and enjoy social and recreational activities in their community but often face barriers that make this difficult. Northern Beaches Interchange is inviting volunteers to facilitate these monthly fun opportunities in Brookvale. If you are interested or have questions, contact Sophie on 9970 0500 or [email protected] with your name, date of birth, hobbies / interests / skills / likes, phone number and/or email address. The launch occurs on Thursday 27 August, 5pm-7.30pm at the Youth Reach Centre, Brookvale, with dinner provided.
Participation in the NDIS More than 17,300 people are on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) with $952.8 million invested in services and equipment, according to the latest Quarterly Report released yesterday. The report said the NDIS participation rate is at 94 per cent of targets, an improvement from the last quarter when rates only reached 85 per cent. The Scheme is also within budget, with the average cost of individual plans at $33,597, coming in below the expected cost of $36,750, according to the report. Participant satisfaction remains high with 95 per cent rating their planning process as “good” or “very good”. Source: www.probonoaustralia.com.au
Reminder: Walk With Me – in Parramatta What? Northcott is inviting service providers and community members to walk alongside people with disabilities in the parade along Church Street to show they are committed to disability inclusion and seeking to display solidarity/support in a visible and meaningful way. When? Wednesday 16 September. Meet for the walk at 11am, entertainment, information and food stalls between 12pm - 2pm. Where? Meet at Prince Alfred Square and walk down Church Street to Centenary Square, Parramatta. RSVP? For information or to register, contact Donna on 9890 0979 or [email protected].
Invitation to Become a LinkAGE Volunteer Mater Hospital in North Sydney offers a 3-day training course 8-10 September, 9.30am-2.30pm for people who wish to visit a resident of an aged care facility in their local community. Contact Anne Marie Lock, Assistant Manager, LinkAGE, Mater Hospital Sydney, on 9923 7299 or [email protected]
Direct Employment Accessible Technology The organisation My Voice and a newly developed company Biz4all will shortly be trialling an online interactive tool that can support people who are self managing and directing their own supports. They are currently looking for volunteers who may be interested in trialling what they are developing and providing feedback. Once the product is created, those volunteers will benefit from 6 months free access if they choose to use it. The prototype is to be developed by October ready to trial. If you are interested, email [email protected] .
Free Direct Payment Training with My Voice If you are a client of the NSW Department of Family and Community, you may be eligible to access My Voice Direct Payment Training for free. Local Direct Payment Coordinators are able to refer individuals to My Voice for training to support their commencement or maintain their service quality. If clients have already been approved for Direct Payment, they can also continue to purchase training out of their package as long as it was costed in their support plan. For other tips regarding Direct Payment, see www.myvoice.net.au and subscribe to the newsletter. P 5 WARRINGAH COUNCIL, Civic Centre 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 T 02 9942 2686 F 02 9942 2664 E [email protected] ISSN 1448-7705 FUNDING / FINANCIAL MATTERS Aspect's 13 th Annual Comedy Night What? Past years have seen so me of Australia’s best comic talent like Roy & HG, Mikey Robins, Claire Hooper, Damian Smith, Kitty Flanagan, Tom Gleeson, Fiona O’Loughlin, Jeff Green and more! This funny night out will raise funds to build a new Aspect school in Sydney as part of the campaign to provide more full time education options for children with autism. When? Wednesday 16 September Where? Wentworth Sofitel, Sydney. Cost? $150 ticket / pp includes a two course meal, coffee, petit fours, beer, wine and soft drink. Corporate tables at $2,200 for 10 guests, with advertising rights for the organisation. RSVP? To purchase tickets, see www.autismspectrum.org.au/comedynight or call 1800 288 476. To purchase corporate tickets, see https://www.autismspectrum.org.au/content/comedy-night-corporate-table or contact [email protected] or 8977 8394.
Manly Council’s Community & Cultural Grants Program 2015/16 Applications are invited from community groups, registered charities, non-profit organisations and incorporated bodies for: Operational Assistance (general operation up to $1,500), Capital Grants (funds to purchase equipment or upgrade facilities up to $1,500), Seeding/Establishment Grants (one-off grant up to $1000 to meet establishment costs/incorporation costs), New Initiatives Cultural Grant (one-off up to $1,000 to achieve a new cultural program). Details at www.manly.nsw.gov.au/community-services/grants . For information about Community Grants, contact Community Development on 9976 1562 / 9976 1566 or [email protected]; for Cultural Grants, contact the Director, Art Gallery & Museum on 9976 1416, or [email protected] . Applications close Friday 21 August.
2016 Vision Australia Further Education Bursaries Each year, Vision Australia awards bursaries to students of any age who are blind or have low vision. The bursaries provide adaptive technology to help the students fully participate and succeed in their chosen studies. Assistive technology can eliminate barriers to education and enhance access to information. It enables students to read course material, conduct research and improve their student life. Students must be enrolled/enrolling to study in at least Certificate IV or higher accredited courses including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in ACT, NSW, QLD, NT or TAS. The completed application form must be submitted electronically prior to Friday 30 October by email to [email protected] . (Accompanying documentation can be sent by post). Details at www.visionaustralia.org/living-with-low-vision/learning-to-live-independently/further-education- support/vision-australia-further-education-bursary .
Young Carer Bursary Program This assists eligible young carers aged 25 years and under to continue or return to study, by relieving the financial pressure on them to undertake part-time work in addition to their educational and caring responsibilities. Funded by Department of Social Services, the Programme will run for three years (2015–2017) and is being delivered by Carers Australia. Applications for 2016 bursaries of $3000 each are open now and will close by 28 September 2015. For information visit www.youngcarers.net.au or call 1800 756 238.
2016 Ansvar Grants for Community Education Program Not for Profit Insurance provider, Ansvar supports sustainable programs for Australians under the age of 25, promoting ongoing education, skills training and programs making a significant difference to the lives of the participants. Grants of up to $50,000 each are available for projects that fall into two categories – Empowerment and Education (provide opportunities to develop positive values that lead to healthy lifestyle choices and a positive contribution to our community) and Outreach and Support (support youths who are at risk or are already experiencing difficulties through rehabilitation and/or skills training). To date, Ansvar has donated over $10 million dollars to these programs in the last two decades. The 2015 CEP Grant recipients included 20th Man Youth Fund, Fighting Chance, Cobram & District Specialist School, Everyday CareSouth, Second Chances SA, The Shepherd Centre and Operation Stitches. Applications for grants close at 5pm on Friday 4 September. All organisations will be notified of the outcome of their application on or before Friday 11 December 2015. To apply online or for information, visit www.ansvar.com.au/about- us/community-investment or www.probonoaustralia.com.au/news/2015/08/ansvar-community-grants- open#sthash.i47q6enY.dpuf
For Sale: Electric Wheelchair - Quickie 2 One year old but never used because the person wanted to continue regaining her strength with the manual wheelchair. Complete with Jay easy cushion 16" x16", Hip belt and tray. Cost $13,000 but will sell for $5000. Contact Sue on 9938 6519 / 0400 630 144.
P 6 WARRINGAH COUNCIL, Civic Centre 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 T 02 9942 2686 F 02 9942 2664 E [email protected] ISSN 1448-7705 CONFERENCES, TRAINING, SEMINARS Tools for Creative Seated Movement for All Ages What? Denise Medved, US based restorative movement specialist, has researched medicine, neuroscience, physical therapy and fitness to develop Ageless Grace training that promotes cognitive function, physical activity and wellness for any population, age or ability. • Seminar – Marketing your business – 9.45am-11.15am. Denise uses a simple and creative 4-step process to create business and marketing plans, influence people, and sell products and services. • Seminar – Creative Seated Movement Patterns for Adults - 11.30 am to 4 pm includes lunch break . This accessible program uses music based on 21 ageing factors, with simple seated movement patterns useful for all ages and abilities to promote wellness, as individuals or in small groups. • Seminar - Ageless Grace® for KIDZ!™ - 4.15 pm – 5.45 pm. Educators, teachers, therapists, others working with children can assist their development, learning ability and wellbeing: bilateral integration skills, eye-hand coordination, sensory processing skills and other neural patterns for learning and well being. When? Sunday 23 August, Registration starts 15 minutes before each Workshop. Where? Pat Brunton Hall, 2 Ernest Place, Crows Nest (free parking). Cost? Before 23 August / on 23 August: one workshop $55 / $65, two $99 / $115, three $145 / $165. See http://agelessgrace.com.au/sydney-workshops for information. Info? For information, contact Sue Silcox on [email protected] or 0402 319 361. Tea, coffee and snacks available during the day, bring your lunch. Resources for using Ageless Grace® (DVDs, Playbook and Flashcards) available for purchase on the day.
Next Meeting for Carers Updates What? Brief Info share, discussion of carers Week activities. Updates and discussion on challenges being experienced in changes to community services – tips and tricks from the group. When? Thursday 20 August, from 2pm. Where? Chatswood Community Health, 57 Hercules Street, Chatswood. Info? Contact Barbara Lewis on [email protected] .
Free Community Information Night: Parkinson’s Disease What? Neurologist Dr Paul Silberstein, Neurosurgeon Dr Raymond Cook and Parkinson’s Disease/DBS Clinical Nurse Specialist Sr Lyndsey Jones will discuss aspects of the disease and treatment. When? Monday 24 August, 6.30pm for 7pm start. Where? North Shore Private Hospital (Conference centre, Ground Floor), 3 Westbourne Street, St Leonards 2065. RSVP? Bookings are essential so phone 8425 3058 to reserve a place. See www.sydneydbs.com .
Mental Health First Aid Course in Dee Why What? Dee Why Rotary Club is offering this to develop personal and professional skills of those working directly with the public, Welfare and Community Service agency staff and clients, and family members or friends for whom they hold mental health concerns. Covers crisis situations: suicidal behaviours, acute stress reaction, panic attacks, acute psychotic behaviour. When? Four Mondays from 24 August to 21 September, 5.45pm for 6pm-9pm. Where? Dee Why. Participants will be informed upon registration. Cost? $50 per head – includes the manual and light refreshments. Subsidised by Community Development grant funds from Warringah Council. RSVP? Essential to book so contact Treena Allen, Rotary Club of Dee Why Warringah, on 0418 245 226 or [email protected] . Participants receive a certificate for their full attendance.
Leaders’ Conversation Series: Building Customers and a Customer Centred Strategy What? Local community care leaders (board members and managers) and decision makers are invited to hear Dr Gary Jacobson, Zakumi Consulting, discuss a framework that can be applied to assess the ‘’customer-readiness” of your business model. Mathieu Liminana, Palladium Group Asia- Pacific, will give an overview of the new world of customer/stakeholder co-creation and discuss new management paradigms to help organisations adapt and thrive. When? Thursday 27 August, 8.30am-10.30am. Where? Roseville Golf Club, 4 Links Avenue, Roseville (free on-site parking; not guaranteed, depending on Club’s operations and member activities). Cost? $88 (including GST) for facilitated breakfast seminar. RSVP? Bookings essential so phone Shirley on 8405 4444 or book on www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=126471&bof=1 or. For information, see www.nsforum.org.au/training-events?view=events .
P 7 WARRINGAH COUNCIL, Civic Centre 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 T 02 9942 2686 F 02 9942 2664 E [email protected] ISSN 1448-7705 Are You Ready? Consider End of Life Planning What? It’s essential to think about your priorities for the end of life, especially if others rely on you. Warringah Council is presenting three free workshops facilitated by industry experts. Light lunch included. When? Tuesday 1 September – Have a say in your end of life care, 10am-12.30pm Tuesday 8 September – Celebrating your life – Funerals and all that jazz, 10am-12.30pm Tuesday 15 September – Where there is a Will, there is a Way, 10am-12.30pm Where? Narrabeen Tramshed, 1395a Pittwater Road, Narrabeen. RSVP? Bookings essential to 9942 2354 or [email protected] .
Recipe for Success - Autism-specific Positive Behaviour Workshop What? For families and professionals supporting or working with people on the autism spectrum, including carers, direct support staff, managers, educators, respite staff, supported employment and allied health professionals. Jodi Woodward and Anita Gardner of Aspect’s Adolescent Support Service will impart contemporary evidence based strategies, based on many years of direct work with families, organisations and people living with autism. Each participant receives: • step by step, easy to complete forms to help you write your own autism-specific PBS plan • specially designed forms and other tools to use at home or work • DVD of a broad range of resources including fact sheets, videos, recommended readings, published research documents and more • help to support the implementation of your PBS Plan, using our Implementation Checklist When? Wednesday to Friday, 2 to 4 September, 9.30am-2.30pm. Where? Easts Club, 97 Spring Street, Bondi Junction 2022.. Cost? Free for family members and professionals who attend with a family, other professionals $600. RSVP? Contact Jodi Woodward on 0447 435 577 or [email protected] .
Vicarious Trauma Workshop What? Presenter Carolyn Michelle Cousins has worked in child protection, domestic violence and mental health for almost 20 years, holding statutory, specialty and management posts in both Australia and the UK. This free training for service providers in Northern Sydney will explore current thinking and emerging research regarding the effects on workers of engaging with families where there is trauma and vulnerability, impacts of individual and workplace stressors and the importance of maintaining hope and building resilience in workers, provide tools for reflection and action in relation to workers. Lunch provided. When? Wednesday 2 September, 9.45am-12.45pm. Where? Level 2, 3-5 Anthony Road, West Ryde Department of Family & Community Services. RSVP? Bookings are essential so email [email protected] by 21 August (include the name of workshop, your name, organisation and any dietary requirements).
‘Meet the Experts’ series: Facebook 101 What? Jacky Barker, founder of the successful Facebook page ‘In The Cove’, will discuss how to use Social Media to raise the profile of your organisation. New and existing Facebook groups can learn what Facebook can do for your organisation as well as how to: Tell people about what you do; Promote your organisation and events; Extend your reach and increase your membership; Increase engagement; Network with other organisations. When? Thursday 3 September, 6:30pm–8pm. Where? Training Room, Lane Cove Library, Library Walk, Lane Cove. Cost? This practical workshop for community groups of North Sydney and Lane Cove is free for all Board members, committee members, managers, co-ordinators, staff, volunteers and anyone thinking about joining a non-profit organisation. RSVP? To book, contact Carol Sinclair on 9911 3592 or [email protected] .
Towards a Better Life What? This creates a deeper awareness of circumstances and issues faced by those marginalised by society, and considers how to address them. The ideas and resources from Social Role Valorisation (SRV) will cover how individuals or services can respond, focusing on elements that can either help or hinder people having good lives. Jane Sherwin will provide the prerequisite introductory knowledge for attending PASSING. When? Tuesday-Wednesday 8-9 September. Where? Burwood (Sydney). Cost? $300 Standard, $180 Sponsored, $100 Student, $80 Concession. RSVP? For information and registration, see www.foundationsforum.info/current-workshops.html. Note: Next PASSING workshop occurs 14-18 March 2016 – early bird price $750 to 31 December 2015.
P 8 WARRINGAH COUNCIL, Civic Centre 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 T 02 9942 2686 F 02 9942 2664 E [email protected] ISSN 1448-7705 Afternoon Tea with Andrea for Northern Beaches What? Andrea Taylor, Director of MHDA, will provide a brief update regarding Mental Health Drug & Alcohol (MHDA), Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD), NSW Health. Local service updates will be provided by Kathi Boorman (Child & Youth Mental Health Services), Paula James (Northern Beaches Mental Health Service), Dr Michael Paton (MHDA Clinical Director), and representatives of Specialist Mental Health Services for Older People, Drug & Alcohol Services, and Mental Health teams. Community and other partner organisations will briefly introduce themselves, and there will be a table on which to place brochures. Tea served on arrival. When? Monday 14 September, 3pm – 4.30pm. Where? Oaks Room, Dee Why RSL Club, Pittwater Road, Dee Why. RSVP? By 4 September, contact Kate Jeffrey on 8877 5340 or [email protected] . Note: Similar functions will be held at Ryde and Hornsby later this year.
5 Simple Steps to Maximise your Brain Health What? Lane Cove Council, Hunter’s Hill Council and Alzheimer’s Australia are holding this seminar on how to look after your brain health by looking after your brain, body AND your heart. Where? Lane Cove Library, 139a Longueville Road, Lane Cove. When? Thursday 17 September, 6:30pm -8:30pm. Info? Contact 8875 4609 or [email protected] .
Work Opportunities for Women - TAFE What? If you need to learn computer skills and Microsoft applications, or update your resume and improve your interview skills, this course will let you explore further study and career options. When? Information Session on Friday 11 September at 10am in at Northern Beaches Campus, Building A, Room A2.18. Course starts 7 October for 8 weeks on Wed Thu Fri (9.30am–2pm). Where? Northern Beaches Campus, Old Pittwater Road, Brookvale. Cost? You may be eligible for a government funded place if you do not already have a Certificate IV qualification (then fees will be Centrelink beneficiaries $80, Others $220). Students with a disability can apply for a fee exemption. Info? Contact Daena Tyerman, Outreach Coordinator, on 9448 4426.
Arts + disability expo 2015 What? Accessible Arts, supported by Lifetime Care and Support, will be hosting this inaugural arts + disability expo to showcase products and services available for individuals in the arts and disability sector. It features exhibitors across the arts and disability sectors, interactive demonstrations, discussions and live performances to give individuals, groups and families greater choice and resources to fully participate in the arts. A photographic exhibition will feature 20 artworks submitted by individuals with disability. Access for expo attendees includes Auslan interpreters and audio description. The venue is wheelchair accessible. When? Friday-Saturday 18-19 September. Where? Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh (within Redfern Waterloo). Wheelchair accessible. RSVP? Register at http://aarts.net.au/expo/registration to receive program book, access to formal expo proceedings, satchel. For enquiries, contact Beatrice Giorgi , Expo Coordinator, at [email protected] or on 9251 6499 ext 110.
Person-Centred Facilitation Course What? This course introduces the theory and practice of person-centred facilitation strategies and action methods suitable for leading groups, delivering training and giving presentations. Facilitator Ray Murray currently leads the delivery of the Person Centred Professional Development Program for Person Centred Champions at Centre for Disability Studies. When? 9am-5pm on Monday-Tuesday 21-22 September, and Monday-Tuesday 16-17 November. Where? Auditorium, Ground Floor, Medical Foundation Building, 92-94 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown 2050 Cost? $400 per person. RSVP? Register online at https://cce.sydney.edu.au/course/PCGF . For information, contact the Centre for Disability Studies on 9036 3600 or [email protected] .
Career Kick-start for Youth aged 15-18 What? Lane Cove and Willoughby Councils are holding this interactive workshop to teach the skills needed to stand out from the crowd to get that job! Young people will come away with a completed resume, interview skills and hear from 2 employers and what they are looking for and what is expected in the workplace. When? Wednesday 23 September, 11am-3pm. Registration 10.45am. Where? Chatswood Youth Centre, 64 Albert Road, Chatswood. RSVP? For information, call Hayley on 9911 3586; to register a young person, email [email protected] . P 9 WARRINGAH COUNCIL, Civic Centre 725 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099 T 02 9942 2686 F 02 9942 2664 E [email protected] ISSN 1448-7705 Financial Inclusion – Everyone’s Business What? One in eight Australians live in poverty and more than three million adults are either completely or severely financially excluded. Governments and society feel an increasing pressure to provide crisis and hardship services such as housing, emergency relief, counselling and family violence support. Various keynote speakers including internationals will discuss possible solutions. Useful for staff managing or working vulnerable communities in government or non-government sectors. When? Wednesday-Thursday 14-15 October. Where? WatervieW in Bicentennial Park, Bicentennial Drive, Bicentennial Park, (off Australia Avenue) Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney NSW 2127 Cost? Individual $330, 2-4 $308 each, 5 or more $275. Dinner $77. No Interest Loan Scheme worker or volunteer have an additional networking session 2pm-3.30pm on 15 October (covered in the registration cost). RSVP? For information, see www.financialinclusionnetwork.com.au .
Training at Family Planning NSW For information and to register, see http://www.fpnsw.org.au/index_education.html . Sexuality Matters! Part A: Providing rights based sexuality supports provides workers with the practical strategies, frameworks and resources to effectively support people with intellectual disability in the area of sexuality, relationships, and reproductive and sexual health. Penrith: 8-9 September. Sexuality Matters! Part B: Design and deliver a sexuality education Program to plan, deliver and evaluate a sexuality education program for people with intellectual disability. Ashfield: 28-29 October 2015 Sexual Health Education for Life: The PDHPE curriculum for students with disability for primary and secondary school teachers who deliver sexual health and relationships education to students with intellectual disability. Penrith: 26 August, Ashfield: 24 November Supporting People with Disability to Access the Sex Industry - delivered in partnership with Touching Base, this one day course explores the issues that service providers face when assisting people with disability to access the sex industry. Newcastle: 27 August, Ashfield 15 October. Sexuality and Disability: Workplace policy made easy - half day course for managers and policy officers to develop a positive sexuality policy for their organisation using a best practice approach. Ashfield 17 November. Training on Request delivered at your workplace, a site of your choice or a Family Planning NSW training room. Course content can be customised to meet the specific training needs of your organisation. For information, contact Education Services on 8752 4300 (Press 1) or [email protected] .
"Stem Cells and the Gastrointestinal System" What? The NSW Stem Cell Network invites all to attend their upcoming 23rd Workshop with stem cell researchers and clinicians from across Australian within the field of gastroenterology. Their focus is to explore the use of stem cells in biology and disease within four main areas of the gastrointestinal system: Dental, Bowel, Liver and Pancreas. Speakers include: Dr Russell Vickers (Sydney Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, NSW), A/Prof Helen Abud (Monash University, VIC), Prof Grant Ramm (QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, QLD), A/Prof Nick Shackel (Univ Sydney, NSW), Prof Robert Ramsay (Peter Mac, VIC), Prof Minoti Apte (Univ New South Wales, NSW), Dr Agnus Arthur (Univ Adelaide, SA), Dr Lincon Stamp (Univ Melbourne, VIC) and more. When? Wednesday 7 October, 9am-4pm. Preliminary program as well. Where? Darlington Centre, University of Sydney, 174 City Road, Darlington, Sydney. Cost? Early bird / regular: Professional $120 / $150, Student $60 / $75. Early bird to 6 September. RSVP? Visit www.stemcellnetwork.org.au/Workshop/MainFrameSet.html. Applications open to 21 September to submit abstracts for poster presentations - see the website.
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