The Community Housing Industry Association (CHIA), in association with Rights & Inclusion Australia (R&IA) is holding an online consultation forum targeted at people with lived experience of disability who are interested in improved housing options.

A short presentation will be followed by discussion about the direction that CHIA is taking to address the current crisis in the availability of quality housing in Australia for people with disability.

The information gathered at the forum will help to prioritise the actions that the network takes over the next 18 months. It will also assist the network to ensure that people with lived experience of disability remain actively involved in all of its activities.

Community Housing Disability Network - Consultation Forum

Date & Time: Tuesday 15th August, 2023

9:30 - 11:00am (WA)

This is a free online event for people with disability, their families, & supporters.

Can you please help in sharing this with any individuals or families with lived experience of disability, who you think may be interested in taking part.

Presenters

• Wendy Hayhurst - Chief Executive Officer, CHIA
• Joseph Connellan - Consultant, MC Two Pty Ltd

Host

Register here: https:/events.humanitix.com/community-housing-disability-network-consultation-forum

If you have any queries, please contact projectofficer@riaustralia.org. Or you can call and leave me a message on 0499 900 006.

Amini Home & Community Care have recently opened in Byford offering support coordination and services including;

CEO and Byford local Nancy Kipkech says "The foundation of our care for you is our belief in you and your belief in us. The shared respect, kindness and the time we take to understand each person creates a trust that is priceless. This tangible expression of belief is what enables and empowers individuals to fulfil their goals and live their dreams."

Amini's allied health team come to you and can offer;

• Physiotherapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Psychology
• Speech Therapy

To find out more or book an appointment see their website www.aminihomeandcommunitycare.co.au
Or call 0414 062 935

The team is also expanding so if you are a qualified support care provider looking to work locally and passionate about providing quality care please contact the Amini team today.

Navigating NDIS and the search for service providers can be a big task and it never stops for participants, carers, family members and Guardians.

Developing Australian Communities is proud to bring together this Expo, find hundreds of search provider options under one roof, with space to spend time, connect with multiple options, get support and your questions answered at the free ‘Ask a NDIS Expert - Support Hub’ from a range of professionals.

Book in and use the meeting rooms also, check out the entertainment zone sponsored by Easy Healthcare running all day, grab some food and if you need to do something and take a break, try the jumping castle, hair braiders, face painters, balloon artists or get a picture with cos players.

All visitors get a free magazine to help them find some of the best service provider options on offer. It is more than booths and pamphlets, it’s two days at the biggest Disability and NDIS related event ever and it’s FREE!

Date: Friday 25th - Saturday 26th August 2023
Time: 10am - 4pm both days
Location: Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Road and Mitchell Freeway, Perth
Register here: https://au.eventscloud.com/ereg/newreg.php?eventid=100222364&categoryid=101598744

For more information please see the Developing Australian Communities website here https://www.developingauscommunities.com.au/perth-expo-2023/

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale have made some accessibility upgrades to their website.

In the top right hand corner users will now find the following options:

• High Contrast: to assist those with visibility needs
• Increase Font and Decrease font: to assist in visibility and layout across various devices
• Select Language: users can select from 38 different languages in addition to English, this will automatically translate the pages to the selected language.

Some downloadable forms and images containing text will not automatically translate, please contact the Shire if you require any of these forms in alternate languages.

Phone: 08 9526 1111

Under these options there is also the Make a Request function, using this residents and visitors can send through any concerns they may have from graffiti, to damage in playgrounds or public spaces, fallen trees or pot holes, as well as any feedback or compliments you might have for the Shire.

There are 2.65 million unpaid carers in Australia.

That’s 1 in 9 people!

Many unpaid carers don’t see themselves as carers. They’re just children, parents, partners, relatives or friends supporting someone close to them.

Do you care for a friend, relative, neighbour, or partner? You might be an unpaid carer.

Carers provide care in many different ways. A carer might look after someone 24 hours a day and help with daily activities, or they might look after someone who only needs help some of the time.

Carer Gateway is dedicated to supporting unpaid carers and helping them get the support that is right for them.

Reach out to Carer Gateway today to find out how they can help and support you.

Call 1800 422 737 between 8am and 5pm Monday – Friday or visit carergateway.gov.au

Aaquila Care provides support for people with disabilities. With a focus on providing a wide range of services, lifestyle and well-being services that enables people with disabilities to maintain their independence.

Services include

• Social and Community Participation
• Group Based Activities
• In-Home and Personal Care
• Community Nursing Care
• Travel and Transport
• Shor Term Accommodation - Respite
• Supported Independent Living Accommodation

Find out more about the services here:

https://www.aaquilacare.com.au/services

Disability Support Workers

Do you want to make a greater impact on someone’s life than you ever imagined whilst working in a team of experienced and passionate care givers that value and appreciate our participants uniqueness and diversity.

Whether you are looking for casual jobs, part time or fulltime jobs within the care or disability services sector, Aaquila Care might just be the right organisation for you.

They're looking for candidates with the right skills, knowledge and experience required for the job. Your job in the interview is to convince us that you are the best candidate.

Find out more about available jobs and how to apply here: https://www.aaquilacare.com.au/careers

Contact Details

With an office in Kenwick Aaquila Care have carers across the metro and Peel regions, contact them today to find out what services are available in your area.

Ph: 0451 282 910
E: hello@aaquilacare.com.au
W: www.aaquilacare.com.au
Ad: 6 Mclyntre Way, Kenwick WA

Let your Government know how easy or hard it is to access Dental Care

On 8 March 2023, the Senate resolved that the Select Committee into the Provision of and Access to Dental Services in Australia be established.

The Senate Select Committee into the Provision of and Access to Dental Services in Australia was formed to inquire into and report on:

a. experience of children and adults in accessing and affording dental and related services;
b. the adequacy and availability of public dental services in Australia, including in outer-metropolitan, rural, regional and remote areas;
c. the interaction between Commonwealth, state and territory government legislation, strategies and programs in meeting community need for dental services;
d. the provision of dental services under Medicare, including the Child Dental Benefits Schedule;
e. the social and economic impact of improved dental healthcare;
f.  the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and cost-of-living crisis on access to dental and related services;
g. pathways to improve oral health outcomes in Australia, including a path to universal access to dental services;
h. the adequacy of data collection, including access to dental care and oral health outcomes;
i.  workforce and training matters relevant to the provision of dental services;
j.  international best practice for, and consideration of the economic benefit of, access to dental services;
k. any related matters.

The committee would like to know more about people’s experiences with accessing dental services in Australia. The survey is anonymous and asks a series of questions about:

• who you are and where you live (state/territory, urban/regional) – the survey is aimed at those who reside in Australia
• your oral health and dental concerns, and
• your level of access to dental services.

The survey is one way you can engage with the inquiry. You are also welcome to make a submission outlining more about your experiences and/or responding to one or more of the terms of reference.

For further details on making a submission to a Senate committee, see: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/How_to_make_a_submission

How long will the survey take?
The survey will take around 10 minutes to complete.

Do I have to identify myself?
We will ask you for your name and email address at the end of the survey, but this is only to ensure responses are genuine – these will not be published or retained.

How will your responses be used?
The data generated from responses to the survey will be used to inform the committee’s understanding of the issues around access to dental services in Australia. Any data published will be general and will not identify anyone.

Contact details
If you have any questions about this survey or the committee's inquiry, please contact the Committee Secretariat on dental.services.sen@aph.gov.au or call 02 6277 3511.

IDAHOBIT means International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Lesbophobia and Transphobia.

IDAHOBIT was started on May 17, 1990, when the World Health Organisation removed homosexuality from the Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems.

In 2023 we celebrate IDAHOBIT Week from May 12 to May 21.

Pride in Peel would like to invite you to join their events and support Inclusivity and Diversity for the Pride Community especially in the Peel Region.

Their activities aid in educating the public and increasing awareness of the ongoing efforts required to eradicate discrimination to the LGBTQIA+ Community especially in the Peel Region.

Please see their list of events below for the upcoming IDAHOBIT Week. Click each image or the link below to find out more information and book your place:

OpShop Ball (May 12, 2023, Friday)

Book here

Rainbow Community Fair (May 13, 2023, Saturday)

Book here

Rainbow Cruise (May 17, 2023, Wednesday)

Book here

Bottomless brunch at Boardwalk (May 21, 2023, Sunday)

Book here

If you have further questions or would like more information please contact
Rudson Al Barcoma, President Pride in Peel
Phone: 0410 207 982
Email: president@prideinpeel.com.au
Website: www.prideinpeel.com.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/prideinpeelinc