HEALTH AND WELLBEING NEWS | TALKING DISABILITY
![<p>Autism Connect is now available in Victoria, Tasmania, and the ACT. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/iStock-1191240326-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Peak body launches national autism helpline
Victorian autism peak body Amaze has launched a national autism helpline called Autism Connect. Read more
![<p>Fees often equated to thousands of dollars being paid per year by residents for services that weren’t properly provided. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/unnamed-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
First Nations people to tell their stories at next RC hearing
First Nations people with disability and their families who have interacted with child protection systems will tell... Read more
MS Australia announces the appointment of new CEO
The Board of MS Australia has announced Mr Rohan Greenland as the organisation’s new Chief Executive Officer. Read more
Early intervention plays important part in development of children on autism spectrum
A landmark report has been released looking at the impact of early intervention on children on the autism spectrum. Read more
![<p>The National Awards for Disability Leadership will be presented during a global webcast (captioned) on Thursday 3 December. [Source: Disability Leadership Institute]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/EmWHaajVcAAEUap.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Finalists announced for 2020 National Awards for Disability Leadership
Researchers, artists, advocates and volunteer organisations are among the 2020 National Awards for Disability Leadership... Read more
![<p>Social enterprise The Sewing Basket has opened its fourth store. [Source: Supplied]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/The-Sewing-Basket-Kincumber-2.JPG?fm=pjpg)
Central Coast social enterprise creates disability employment opportunities
A social enterprise selling sewing and crafting supplies while providing employment for people with disability has... Read more
Wheelchair users to wear their personality on their wheels
Australian wheelchair users can now add a personal touch to their ‘wheels’ thanks to an Australian-first... Read more
![<p>The Disability Royal Commission has released its interim report [Source: DRC]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/117223776_321371719230659_5826320753024501201_o.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Disability Royal Commission extension requested as Interim Report released
Chair of the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability Ronald Sackville... Read more
![<p>Working with a DES provider can assist employers in overcoming unconscious biases towards people with disability. [Source: iStock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/iStock-1180668517.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Resolving unconscious bias towards people with disability in the workplace
OPINION – Unconscious biases towards people with disability are still negatively influencing the recruitment... Read more
![<p>LiveBig occupational therapist Jessica Suh says she loves that OT is person-centred and holistic. [Source: LiveBig]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/Screen-Shot-2020-10-26-at-2.24.59-pm.jpg?fm=pjpg)
New educational video highlights role of occupational therapists ahead of National OT Week
A new educational video highlighting the work of occupational therapists has been released by National Disability... Read more