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WORKSHOP: Approaching 16 – for parents/carers and supporters of children with disability aged 14-18
This popular workshop (Thursday 23rd May 2024) will cover crucial questions and concerns frequently raised by families regarding Centrelink, NDIS and Medicare at this age. It’s especially important to know what you should start doing before your child turns 16. What do…
How can I get support workers to help me with everyday supports or community access?
Support workers can be valuable allies for people with disabilities in Western Australia, offering personalised assistance to navigate various aspects of daily life. Here are some ideas for how your support worker/s can help with community access and participation: They…
Maximize Your Impact this EOFY (and your tax return): Support DDWA and Empower Lives!
Donate to DDWA Image description: an image of two hands held together to form the outline of a love heart with a sun shining through the heart centre and the logo for “registered charity” beneath. As we approach the end…
How the government needs to help people with developmental disability
What the Federal and WA government needs to do and what they need to spend more money on – 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025. We’ve created this book, designed in Easy Read format, that tells the WA State…
Recycle/Upcycle – donate your devices: iPads please!
We at DDWA believe that everyone can communicate, regardless of their disability.
That’s why we are looking for 100 iPad’s to be donated so we can distribute them to people who cannot communicate verbally.
Can you help?
A new law about changes to the NDIS
Including Inclusion Australia’s Easy Read summary of Bill Shorten’s speech. (source: Inclusion Australia) The federal government has introduced a new Bill into Parliament. They want to make a new law to change the way the NDIS works. Today, the Australian…
Speak Up! for Independent Advocacy Support Funding
We’re rallying for increased funding for independent disability advocacy. Developmental Disability WA (DDWA) is a member of Disability Advocacy Network Australia (DANA), and we support the Speak Up! campaign. NOW is the time for the Australian Government to act! But we can…
We’re finalists! Please vote for our film “Why Trust is Important”
in People’s Choice round We are excited to announce that our video “Why Trust is Important” has been selected as a finalist in an International Awards “Impact” Category. The judges of the Smiley Charity Film Awards have announced DDWA’s entry as a finalist. Now…
NDIS Where do I start?
DDWA is often asked by people and families new to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) scheme about ‘where to start?’ Explore our latest video resource featuring Maggie from DDWA, offering valuable insights into the NDIS. Discover essential tips on…
We’re Hiring: NDIS Support Coordinator
🌟 Join Our Team at DDWA as a NDIS Support Coordinator! 🌟 Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disability? DDWA is seeking a dedicated people-person like you to join…
Grief support ‘Living After Loss’ of your loved one with disability
16 February 2024: a get together event – informal, welcoming, supportive and full of shared memories, experiences and emotions. 9:30-11:30am at DDWA’s location, West Perth (City West Lotteries House). Our inaugural “Living After Loss” get-together was held late 2023. The…
WA State Disability Strategy: survey of people with disability
Please complete the survey to have your say. All people with disability are encouraged to complete the survey by 10th January 2024. To make sure it is simple to complete, the WA Government has created an Easy Read format version…
A happy new year video post to all of you, from all of us at DDWA
Happy 2024 We have a vision for people with developmental disability and their families to have the same opportunities as the rest of the community. We’re here for you all year with information, advocacy, education, training and support for people with…
Staying Safe and Getting Ready for Bad Weather
With the Australian summer well into swing, it’s time to gear up and get ready for whatever the weather might throw our way. At DDWA, we’ve just launched a brand-new webpage packed with easy-to-follow tips and resources designed especially for…
AAC – from both communication-partner and AAC user’s point of view
Are you aware that people communicate in a variety of ways. If someone has little or no speech, they may need you to be more observant and offer alternative ways to exchange messages. Violet and her mum, Janet, share their…
“How to Make Easy Read Books”
Simplify your communication materials – create clear, easy to understand materials. We’re thrilled to introduce our latest resource: the “How to Make Easy Read Books” booklet. Easy Read is a a special way to make information easier for people with intellectual…
Leticia and Allara share #MyStoryWithAAC
“I remember that day vividly. I was in the kitchen, serving dinner to my 10 year old daughter, Allara, at the kitchen table. Her friend, who was visiting, sat across the room in a bean bag watching TV – facing…
The NDIS Review: Easy Read Report
The NDIS Review is complete and the Final Report of the Independent Review of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has been released. The report and its recommendations are now publically available at http://NDISReview.gov.au. Launched today by Minister for NDIS:…
New in 2024: courses in Complex Communication Needs and Positive Behaviour Support
Two new and groundbreaking post-graduate certificate courses at Curtin University are set to transform the landscape of disability support in 2024. Positive Behaviour Support: Extending Understanding, Shaping Empathy Curtin University’s graduate course in Positive Behaviour Support is an opportunity for…