Wearing a hearing aid can slow the progress of dementia by up to 75 per cent, according to a new study. Scientists believe that keeping older people engaged and active by adopting the devices can significantly reduce age-related cognitive decline. They followed the progress of 2,040 individuals between 1996 and 2014, asking them to complete […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
We are pleased to advise that our campaign work to stop the policy change to reduce the DSP payment suspension from the current two years to 13 weeks has been successful. With the support of our members and sector colleagues, we led this work targeting the Minister, Assistant Minister, Shadow Cabinet, Cross-Benchers, Greens and independents […]
Source: AFDO
CICADA Queensland has launched its latest publication ‘Everything you need to know about cochlear implants’. The publication will be an invaluable tool for cochlear implant clinics and people interested in an implant. The 42 page booklet takes you through the process in easy to read format. CICADA Queensland is not charging for the booklet […]
Source: Deafness Forum of Australia
December 3 is International Day of People With Disability (IDPWD). This year's theme is empowering people with disabilities and ensuring inclusiveness and equality.
Source: Down Syndrome Australia
Down Syndrome Australia acknowledges and celebrates International Day of People With Disability (IDPWD) on December 3. This year's theme is empowering people with disabilities and ensuring inclusiveness and equality.
Source: Down Syndrome Australia
Introduction Australia is a party to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Under articles 9 and 28 of these instruments respectively, the Australian Government is obliged to ensure that all persons with disabilities have access to social security, social protection […]
Source: AFDO
