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<p>Anti-psychotics, anti-epileptics and propranolol were the most common types of medications prescribed [Source: Shutterstock]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

Study finds adults with autism prescribed psychotropic drugs without diagnosis

A new study has found adults on the autism spectrum are being prescribed medication for mental health conditions without... Read more

<p>The program is allowing participants to not only get a taster in the industry of the organisation, but also lead them to employment and a pathway to a full qualification [Source: Supplied]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

Program developed by partnership equips next generation of support workers

SPONSORED STORY – A program, born from a partnership between Enhance Training (part of the Hessel Group) and... Read more

<p>Mr Fearnley reflected beyond the race wins, acknowledging the moments and people who helped him become one of the nation’s most renowned athletes [Source: Salty Dingo / The Newcastle Herald]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

Not a dry eye for Kurt Fearnley’s NSW Australian of the Year 2019 acceptance speech

Three-time Australian Paralympic Gold Medallist, author, and disability advocate Kurt Fearnley has been awarded the NSW... Read more

<p>PWDWA is calling on people with disabilities to join a focus group to discuss the issues and help health professionals deliver top quality care [Source: Shutterstock]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

Focus group hopes to improve healthcare delivery for people with disability

A new project led by People with Disabilities Western Australia (PWDWA) and Health Consumers’ Council WA (HCC) are... Read more

<p>The space features a range of therapy and consultancy rooms, a training facility, day option spaces and the Variety Sensory and Social Space [Source: Autism SA]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

Sensory and social space for autism opens in Adelaide’s north

A purpose built, state-of-the-art sensory and social space for people with autism has opened in Adelaide’s northern... Read more

<p>The new pilot will trial the effectiveness of health professionals in assessing the functional capacity of people with disability [Source: Shutterstock]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

New pilot will trial health professionals in accessing functional capacity

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) will trial the effectiveness of health professionals in assessing the... Read more

<p>The new project, DisRupted will fund three to four individuals or teams to create a film approximately 20 minutes in length [Source: Shutterstock]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

Film project to DisRupt and share stories of disability experience

Budding Australian creatives and filmmakers with disability will have the opportunity to create their own film, thanks... Read more

<p>Connect50 is part of the State Government’s Every opportunity: Victoria’s economic participation plan for people with disability 2018-2020 [Source: Shutterstock]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

Project offers regional tertiary students with disability paid internships

Fifty tertiary students with disability living in regional Victoria are set to benefit from a new Government funded... Read more

<p>The report has revealed 206 reports of alleged abuse and neglect of adults with disability, involving informal supports between August 2015 and October 2018 [Source: Shutterstock]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

NSW Ombudsman report highlights shocking abuse and neglect

A report released by the New South Wales (NSW) Ombudsman has revealed horrific acts of abuse and neglect of adults with... Read more

<p>Brett Lacey with Aussie Biscuits’ supported employees [Source: House with No Steps]</p>

Posted 5 years ago by Nicole Pope

Aussie Biscuits to cook up Jam Drops and job opportunities in new factory

A New South Wales biscuit baking business that has been creating employment opportunities for people with disability for... Read more