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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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OPINION – Alan Langford: Buck-passing puts vital disability services at risk
Opinion piece: by DDWA Board member, Alan Langford in today’s West Australian. OPINION Alan Langford | The West Australian Fri, 7 June 2024 As Federal, State and Territory governments consider and roll out their responses to the Royal Commission into…
Act Now to Save Our Specialist Education Advocacy Service
In a critical moment for families of children with disabilities, Developmental Disability WA (DDWA) calls for urgent support to save our Specialist Education Advocacy Service from imminent closure on June 30th. The WA State Government has refused to provide funding…
Update: paving the way for potential funding
Dear DDWA members and supporters, On behalf of the Board, Advisory Council and Staff, I would very much like to thank you for all of your advocacy to MP’s. Last week we were contacted by the Department of Communities’ Disability…
WE URGENTLY NEED YOUR HELP TO SAVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY WA
Like many other organisations in WA, DDWA has just lost most of our DSS (Department of Social Services) funding and many of our services will cease on the 30th June 2024, unless we receive immediate funding from another source. This…
How can families provide training to support workers?
Training support workers can be a collaborative effort between families and the support workers themselves. Here are some ways families can provide training to support workers: By actively engaging with support workers and providing them with the necessary training, resources,…
What do I need to know about self managing my NDIS plan?
This FAQ contains information about many of the common questions we receive about self managing an NDIS plan. We suggest looking at the NDIS Self management guide for more information. The NDIS “Guide to self-management” can also be found here:…
How do I find support workers?
Finding the right support worker can help the quality of care and assistance for yourself or your loved one. There are a few different ways that you can find a support worker (SW), each with its own advantages and disadvantages.…
Information for Self Managers
If you are thinking about self managing your NDIS funding or are already self managing then there are some great resources you can access to help you understand your legal obligations. This is a quick guide on things to consider,…
How do I get support workers funded in my NDIS plan?
Please note this FAQ is currently being reviewed and updated If you’re new to your search for a support worker, here are some steps to consider getting funding for the assistance you need to support you/your family member with disability.…
The One with the Advocacy and DDWA: Beyond Labels podcast
Watch and listen here as our own Maxine Drake talks about the valuable work that we do here at DDWA with Sandra of Blooming Supports, producer of “Beyond Labels” podcast (May 2024). Maxine is one of our advocates at DDWA.…
Do I need a Carer Statement for a NDIS Application or Review?
This FAQ explains what a carer Statement is and how to write one.
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…