Which training course would you like to register to attend? Our complete Catalogue is here to view and download!
DDWA’s NDIS Parent / Carer Training for 2019 & 2020
Category: What We Do (page 2)
Policies
Developmental Disability WAPolicies A selection of policies and procedures are provided for your information. If you would like to see more of the DDWA policies, please contact us by phone on 08 9420 7203 or by email: To…
DDWA’s Jaquie Mills’ article in “Intellectual Disability Australasia” magazine: Complex Communication Needs
Complex Communication Needs article by Jaquie Mills and Laura Jones – read it here
Local Coordinators
Local Coordinators Developmental Disability WA was established in 1985 and is a trusted source of independent information, advocacy, education and support for people with intellectual and other developmental disability, their families and the people who support them. We’re committed…
“…because it’s better – to live my life within community” by Anita O’Brien
Anita O’Brien’s book about her life with her son, Warren O’Brien
Burbridge School
Burbridge School, Koondoola – Enrolments open for 2019
Paint me a Rainbow: Autism Awareness WA Incorporated
An invitation to families to join the support group and/or yoga group, for children.
Know your Legal Rights: The Disability Discrimination Act (1992) and other legislation
Which laws help you get access to what you need.
Side by Side: Family Partners
Do you think you could be a Family Partner? Phone Bron Pike, SBS Manager on 9420 7203 to talk about this opportunity to see if it suits you.
Read what Jodie Campbell says about being part of the team.
Read what Jodie Campbell says about being part of the team.
Canada Study Tour: Workshop Presentation
Canada Study Tour 2017: View the presentation here.
Canadian Family Study Tour “What We Learnt” Presentation
West Perth event: 7 May 2018.
Presentation by Side By Side parents & WAIS team members following Canadian visit. Learn more about how people with disability are being supported to be included in their local communities.
Presentation by Side By Side parents & WAIS team members following Canadian visit. Learn more about how people with disability are being supported to be included in their local communities.
“Better Choices: Youth in WA” – Discussion Paper
The Department of Communities is developing a new youth strategy for Western Australia, launched by the Minister for Youth, Mr Peter Tinley. DDWA is keen to make sure all young people get a chance to have their say and are…
Is There a Better Way? Broome 2018
Regional workshop held in Broome – “Is There a Better Way”
What We Do: Support & Other Staff
What We Do: Support & Other Staff DDWA has been working with people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and their families for over 30 years. See our many areas of expertise: More More More We are happy to answer…
Sponsorship
Sponsorship DDWA is a not-for-profit organisation and welcomes corporate and sector sponsorship. You could sponsor a particular resource such as this introductory guide for parents, family members and carers who are worried about their child’s/family members behaviour: Or…
DDWA Advocacy Service
Individuals & Families: Advocacy DDWA have developed this Easy Read brochure that can help you explain what advocacy is to your family member with intellectual disability. About DDWA Advocacy Whilst we work in many areas, DDWA have particular…