A short video series about how to best support those with disability in the event that they contract the COVID-19 virus.
Supporting people with disability with COVID-19 at home
Category: News & Info
How to correctly put on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
In this video, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Professor Alison McMillan steps you through the correct donning (putting on) and doffing (taking off) procedure of personal protective equipment (PPE).
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…
Want to join the Advisory Group to the DDWA Board?
Are you a person with a developmental disability? Are you over 18 and want to have a say about how DDWA provides support to people with Intellectual disability? DDWA are looking for people to join an advisory group. This…
Disability Coalition of WA – Election Statement
The Disability Coalition comprises of 15 advocacy or representative organisations, providing disability advocacy services in Western Australia. This group is a collective voice across WA who are committed to collaborating to ensure people with disability, their families and carers live…
COVID-19 Hotline for People with Disability and their Families
We hope that you are keeping safe and well during this lockdown. If you have questions or need support due to the impacts of COVID-19, please call and we can connect you with the most appropriate person or service for…
Sharing your experience with the Disability Royal Commission – Easy Read
This Easy Read document has been developed to support people with disability to share their experiences and contribute their story to the Royal Commission investigating violence, neglect, abuse and exploitation against people with disability. More information about the Disability Royal…
Video series about changes to the NDIS due to COVID-19
Maggie from DDWA has made a series of videos to help explain some of the changes that are happening due to COVID-19. You can view them all in our dedicated COVID-19 section of the website.
Getting help from an Advocate
DDWA have developed this Easy Read brochure that can help you explain what advocacy is to your family member with intellectual disability. Download: Getting help from an Advocate Did you know that DDWA offer a free Advocacy service? To find…
New Disability Information Helpline
A new service called the Disability Information Helpline is available for people with disability who need help because of coronavirus (COVID-19). It can help families, carers, support workers and services. You can contact the Disability Information Helpline on 1800 643 787 to…
Symbol board to assist hospital medical staff
This is a link to a communication board and how to use it in a hospital setting. To help patients communicate in hospital and critical care. Developed together with the Speech and Language Therapy Team at Weston General Hospital, this…
Priority shopping for NDIS participants
The NDIA has worked with supermarket retailers to make sure NDIS participants wanting support to grocery shop, have priority access to home delivery services. This means, as an NDIS participant, from Monday 6 April, you can purchase grocery items online…
Resources to use with people with learning disabilities through the Coronavirus restrictions
The Learning Disabilities Professional Senate has put together this collection of resources that may be useful to support people with learning disabilities during the coronavirus restrictions. The material contained in this resource has been developed by individuals or organisations and…
New COVID-19 Planning Tools from QDN Network
QDN has been working with the University of Sydney and the Queensland Government on these practical tools and information to help you think through how to make a plan for your own individual needs and situation during COVID-19. Make a…
Learning at home during a time of crisis: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Australian Coalition for Inclusive Education (ACIE) has developed a new resource ‘Learning at home during a time of crisis: COVID-19 (Coronavirus). This resource has been developed to help parents support their children while schools are pupil free or closed…
Beyond Blue’s new COVID-19 Mental Health Support Service
Beyond Blue is working around the clock to build a dedicated COVID-19 Mental Health Support Service. This is in response to the growing demand for mental health support as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. This new service will be…
Easy Read Resources on Coronavirus
There are lots of new Easy Read resources about the Coronavirus being circulated and developed by a number of organisations. We are collecting them all in one spot and will update the list as we come across them. Visit our…
Australian Government Coronavirus (COVID-19) App launched
Find all the latest information from the Australian Government here, including links to the launch of the official Coronavirus (COVID-19) Government App. You can download the App in the Apple App Store or Google Play, or join the WhatsApp channel…
NDIS Update on provider Coronavirus (COVID-19) measures
Find the latest updates for Providers from the NDIS here. NDIS Coronavirus FAQ The NDIA understands that coronavirus (COVID-19) may significantly impact providers. To help you providers to continue to deliver supports to participants through this time, the NDIA is…
Forms to help you prepare for an emergency hospital visit
Navigating the health and wellbeing of your family or the person you support can be confusing and overwhelming at this difficult time. DDWA are available to support our families and members to navigate this very important planning consideration. These forms…