HEALTH AND WELLBEING NEWS | TALKING DISABILITY
![<p>The next Disability RC will examine factors which can contribute to people with cognitive disability cycling in and out of the criminal justice system. [Source: Disability RC]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/royal-commish.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Disability RC to examine how people with disability fare in the criminal justice system
Indefinite detention and the overrepresentation of people with cognitive disability in the criminal justice system will... Read more
![<p>Sophie Smyth and Ryan Smedley explore their Aspergers Syndrome in ‘Aspie Hour’. [Source; Adelaide Fringe]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/user_crop_TAH_ADelFringeMAIN-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Celebrating disability at 2021 Adelaide Fringe: Shows to watch
While the Adelaide Fringe will look a bit different in 2021, there is still plenty of entertainment to be enjoyed in... Read more
![<p>The raised bumps on each LEGO® Braille Brick have been modified to correspond to a letter or character of the braille alphabet [Source: Vision Australia]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/Screen-Shot-2021-02-05-at-9.31.46-am.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Vision Australia brings LEGO® Braille Bricks to Australia
Children with low vision will now be able to enjoy the experience of LEGO® thanks to new LEGO® Braille Bricks, brought... Read more
![<p>BraEasy features allow users to dress quickly, easily and independently. [Source: BraEasy]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/bra-easy.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Australian bra invention helping all women dress independently with dignity
Women with disability or physical limitations from illness, temporary injury or surgery can now dress more independently... Read more
![<p>Professor Richard Bruggemann has sat on more than 20 non-government boards and committees. [Source: Australian of the Year Awards]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/richard-b-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Disability campaigner and advisor named SA Senior Australian of the Year
At 76 years old, Professor Richard Bruggemann is continuing to make a difference to the lives of people living with an... Read more
![<p>Scrapheap Adventure Ride raised more than $800,000 towards Down syndrome awareness and research. [Source: Down Syndrome NSW]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/Perry-and-Gracie-1024x768.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Down syndrome advocate recognised with Australia Day honours
New South Wales dad Perry Gilsenan has been recognised for his “unwavering support and dedication” to raising... Read more
![<p>Flinders University researchers have evaluated screeners that aim to distinguish children with signs of autism from those with other developmental problems.[Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/iStock-1004109302-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Time to act on autism diagnosis deficiencies, say experts
Identification of autism, followed by appropriate intervention, has the potential to improve outcomes for autistic... Read more
![<p>Caelan is enjoying his time at STEPS Car Detailing on the Sunshine Coast. [Source: STEPS Group]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/Caelan-alongside-STEPS-car.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Young student with disability begins life changing work
Caelan has big dreams in the automotive industry. Read more
![<p>Dog-assisted therapy uses highly trained labradors, like Grady, to help children achieve their therapy goals. [Source: Kites Children’s Therapy]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/DAT-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Tasmanian disability provider launches State’s first dog-assisted therapy program
Tasmanian disability provider Kites Children’s Therapy has launched the State’s first dog-assisted therapy program... Read more
![<p>The new Uber MPTP subsidy covers 50 percent of the cost of eligible participants’ trips up to $60. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/iStock-480248867-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Uber announces subsidised trips for people with accessibility needs in Victoria
Victorians with disability and accessibility needs now have more subsidised transport options due to a partnership... Read more