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Here are links to some past newsletter issues to give you a taste of our content:
DDWA August 2024 Newsletter: Being Safe
DDWA September 2024 Newsletter: Parenting, for Parents with Intellectual Disability
DDWA October 2024 Newsletter: Transport
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July 2026 Update: Self managing an NDIS plan
This FAQ contains updated information about self managing an NDIS plan. If you directly engage with support workers then this information might be helpful at the end of the financial year. There are certain legal obligations that must be met…
What funding support is available at your local school?
What additional funding support does your local public school receive for students with disability? “Public school funding is allocated to schools based on the learning needs of students and school characteristics”. For the most up to date information on funding,…
NDIS Check-ins. What are they and how to respond.
What Are NDIS Check-ins? You may hear that families are getting phone calls called check-ins. A check in is a call from a NDIS contact to have a conversation with you about the progress of your NDIS plan or your…
Access Key for Changing Places
Through the Companion Card program, NDS is providing cardholders with a limited time offer for a free Master Locksmiths Access Key (MLAK) to access Changing Places facilities in Western Australia. Changing Places facilities are secure, accessible toilets with an adult…
Autism Parent’s Handbook updated for 2025, is now available
Autism Parents’ Handbook: A guide to services and support in Western Australia. DDWA is pleased to continue the foundational work of Heidi Brandis and publish the 2025 updated Autism Parents’ Handbook. This resource is a source of information to help…
Sandie’s Story: WA Health’s child-to-adult service transition failures
Meet Sandie, a mother who has faced incredible challenges in securing proper healthcare for her son, Luke, who has experienced refractory epilepsy. In this video, Sandie shares a heart breaking story of inadequate services during the transition from children’s to…
Election Undertakings 2025 for people with intellectual disability
With the state election on March 8, DDWA urge all political parties to commit to improving services for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. So far only the Greens, and to some extent the Nationals, have responded and shown…
Justin’s Journey: an Autistic person with Diabetes needing better health services in WA
As an Autistic person with Diabetes, Justin’s story highlights the significant challenges he faces to within the WA Health system. This isn’t just a story – it’s a clear call for urgent health reforms in WA to improve services for…
Georgie Talks: my experience as a person with disability trying to get health services in WA
Urgent Health Reforms Needed in WA to improve services for people with intellectual disability. watch Georgie’s story on Vimeo here: https://vimeo.com/1053252462:Georgie: My experience as a person with disability trying to get health services in WA Georgie’s experience with the healthcare system…
Time for Action! Health Reform in WA
To improve health services for people with intellectual disability “Time for Action! Health Reform in WA” highlights the urgent and pressing need to improve health services for people with intellectual disability (PwID) and other developmental disabilities, like Autism. We urge the…
Understanding Guardianship and Administration: what you need to know when your child is approaching 18.
The Guardianship and Administration Act 1990 is the law that covers people who may need someone to make decisions for them in their finances (Administration) and other life areas (Guardianship). DDWA is often contacted about Guardianship and Administration. These are…
The Power of Art and Music Therapy for People with Disabilities
Exploring how creativity can enhance lives At DDWA, we’re excited to focus on the benefits of art and music therapy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We’ve seen first-hand how these therapies can support growth, expression, and well-being. Based…