Wendy Arentz from Tumut in the NSW Riverina was born with central vision loss and hearing problems, but her limited sight deteriorated in her 20s. Mrs Arentz was referred to the NDIS in July 2017 and since then she has had nothing but positive experiences. She now has a guide dog, Amos, and equipment that […]
Source: DANA
Down Syndrome Australia (DSA) has published a new resource to support the mental health of people with Down syndrome. Down syndrome and Mental Health provides information and tips for people with Down syndrome and their families to help maintain good mental health.
Source: Down Syndrome Australia
This election, we want our political representatives to listen to 4 million Australians and make hearing health & wellbeing a national priority. Imagine being a six year old who’s trying to learn to read when you can’t hear the teacher. Imagine trying to make new friends in the playground when you’re struggling to keep up […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
We want the new Government to listen to 4 million Australians and make hearing health & wellbeing a national priority. Imagine being a six year old who’s trying to learn to read when you can’t hear the teacher. Imagine trying to make new friends in the playground when you’re struggling to keep up with what […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
We want the new Government to listen to 4 million Australians and make hearing health & wellbeing a national priority. One in six Australians has a hearing issue of some kind – that’s almost four million people that have hearing loss, an ear and balance disorder or are deaf. With an ageing population […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
New videos and guides are available to help consumers with disability understand their rights. These include: An educational video on how to shop smart and use your rights. Easy English educational video (with Casey and Reece) on how to shop smart. Fact sheet with a short summary of your consumer rights and the steps you […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
