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ACD Tas

Locality: Hobart, Tasmania

Phone: +61 1800 244 742

Address: Level 3, 168 Collins Street 7000 Hobart, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.acdtas.com.au

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25.01.2022 The Joint Standing Committee have just announced they will hold an inquiry into the use of independent assessments in the NDIS. The committee particularly welcomes submissions from people with disability, families and carers; allied health professionals; and representative organisations. Submissions outlining details of individual cases or complaints may assist the committee in identifying broader systemic issues for investigation. More information about submissions can be fo...und online. The closing date for submissions is 31 March 2021. https://www.aph.gov.au//National_Di/IndependentAssessments

25.01.2022 Check out this exercise program, offered free to those with a lived experience of mental illness across the greater Hobart region, Launceston, Devonport, Ulverstone and Burnie. This structured exercise program run by Exercise Physiologists and Personal Trainers in a private gym facility, allows for maximum privacy and safety of all participants. The sessions run once a week for one hour and consist of circuit-based movements that will be tailored to suit all ability levels.... Support workers, family members and case managers are encouraged to attend the sessions with the participants. Once the participants are enrolled in the program they will receive support from the program manager which includes health coaching and regular check-ins to see how they are finding the exercise and to see if they have any concerns. The program is FREE to any participant who is experiencing mental ill-health; all that is required a referral form from a GP, case manager, family member or psychologist. The program will run for 12 weeks from January though until March at which time it will transition into an exercise program for participants who have NDIS funding with some additional spaces for those in the process of receiving funding. The programs run in the following locations: Rosny: Thursdays 12pm at Leap Physio commencing 7th January Glenorchy: Thursdays 1.30pm at the YMCA commencing 7th January Huonville: Wednesdays 1pm at the PCYC commencing 6th January Launceston: Tuesdays at 1pm at PhysioFit commencing 12th January Devonport: Tuesdays at 1pm at Splash Aquatic Centre commencing 12th January https://rft.org.au/services/up-and-about/

25.01.2022 Did you know that Anglicare run free parenting courses? - 1-2-3 Magic & Emotion Coaching (2-12yrs) - No Scaredy Cat (2-12yrs) - Engaging Adolescent... Check out their website for their course schedule and further details. https://www.anglicare-tas.org.au/parenting-courses/

24.01.2022 Do you use visuals to support understanding for your kids? This infographic explains some reasons by visuals might be beneficial.

23.01.2022 Want to have a little boogie at home? Check out Perform-Ability's Youtube Channel which has online dance classes routines for all abilities! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Dunaoskp3nYf-ScNGOPTg

20.01.2022 Have you heard of DYSGRAPHIA? Have a look at this infographic which explain the different types and what it may look like in your child.

18.01.2022 Are you a young person? Are you keen to connect with other young people with disability from around Australia? Keen to hear from speakers on what they are passionate about? Excited to learn about social movements and how to talk truth to power?... If you answered yes to any of the above, then you are in luck! CYDA is hosting the National Youth Disability Summit! It has been designed by and for young people with disability and it's TOTALLY free and online! Head to www.cydayouth.events to register (did we mention it's free?!) and get excited! Image Description: Logo of the National Youth Disability Summit. The letters NYDS are in the middle of the graphic in black text, with the Y outlined in blue. Below the main logo is the wording National Youth Disability Summit and the Summit dates, September 29 October 3. Below the dates is the website for the Summit, w: cydayouth.events. There are orange, blue and red circle shapes located around the logo and text.

17.01.2022 ACD Tas Staff and Board wish you and your family a Magical and joyous Christmas! Our head office will be operating on skeleton staff, between 25 December 2020 and 3 January 2021; and will be closed on all public holidays. If you need support please reach out to one of the lines listed below:... Kids Helpline - 1800 551 800 Lifeline - 13 11 14 Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636

15.01.2022 We love this little quote which is "advice from a snow man"!

15.01.2022 In a classroom sensory processing challenges may look like....

15.01.2022 Check out this infographic which shares some tips to build emotional resilience in kids!

15.01.2022 Check out this infographic, which suggests that parents experience Sensory Processing Disorder experience.

14.01.2022 Wouldn't it be great to bring this club to Tasmania! This technology club, called "The Lab" supports children with Autism to gain friendships, learn social skills through their enjoyment working with computers. For more information visit: http://thelab.org.au/

13.01.2022 Auslan Tutor app is FREE!! (Usually $20) In celebration of National Week of Deaf People (NWDP), and tomorrow being International Day of Sign Languages. Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children have made their app free until 27 September.

12.01.2022 raisingchildren.net.au has recently released a number of new articles aimed to support parents and carers of children with disability to navigate the NDIS. We will continue to share some of them over the coming days, but first up "Developing and getting a plan".

12.01.2022 Disability Voices Tasmania is looking for a manager! This is an awesome opportunity for a person with disability to lead a new organisation. See below post for more information.

11.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing you all tonight at 6:00pm! The topic that will be discussed is a follow up to "what you need to do when your child is approaching 16 and 18 years of age".

10.01.2022 Please don’t say sorry to me when you hear my child is autistic https://babyology.com.au//please-dont-say-sorry-to-me-whe/

08.01.2022 Have a read of this article which explain why why crossing the midline is important!

08.01.2022 When you have big feelings, belly breathing can help you calm down and feel better. Try it now with Rosita!

07.01.2022 Specially-trained autism assistance dogs helping change the lives of children. Have a read of this success story of Blake, who was matched with Poppy, a black Labrador specially trained by Guide Dogs WA for children with autism and their families.

06.01.2022 The ACD Tas Staff and Board of Management, invite our members to our 22nd Annual General Meeting. Due to a COVID-19 social distancing capacity limits, RSVP is required. The meeting will also be live-streamed via VMR (Virtual Meeting Room) technology if you wish utilise this option please also RSVP to obtain the link.... Please RSVP via return email or phone 03 6231 2466 by Wednesday 25th November 2020.

05.01.2022 Every Australian Counts has recently shared a link that summaries the easy read versions of the recently released NDIA consultation papers. Take a look and MOST importantly you are encouraged to have your say about these proposed changes.

05.01.2022 Do you have a preteen in your house? Are shocked that they are suddenly and frequently irritable, sad, stressed and "moody"? Have a read of the below blog post!... https://developingminds.net.au//parent-worry-where-has-my-

05.01.2022 Resilience is defined as the ability to bounce back from adversity. It is a necessary skill for coping with the ups and downs of life and one of the key ingredients of success. A number of things impact on a person’s resilience, including their previous experiences, their sense of self, the coping strategies they have developed over time and their mindset. Check out ReachOut's website for more information and resources https://schools.au.reachout.com/resilience

04.01.2022 INTEROCEPTION - Many Autistic & other neurodivergent people have difficulty with interoceptive awareness -- identifying and interpreting our body's internal signals. This can make self-regulation difficult. Check out this infographic explaining interception.

04.01.2022 You'll have good days, bad days, overwhelming days, too tired days, "I'm awesome" days, "I can't go on" days, and every day you'll still show up.

03.01.2022 Badminton Tasmania is running a Come & Try Badminton Session for children and young adults of all abilities (from 7 - 21 years) who live with a disability. The $10 session fee covers: 1. a coaching session from former Olympic and Commonwealth Games and Australian badminton coach Lasse Bundgaard; and 2. a Yonex badminton racquet.... The sessions will be held on Saturday 3 October from 1.00-2.00pm For session times and to sign up please visit: www.smashtas.com.au Please do not hesitate to contact Chloe Chong on mobile (0433497217) or Lasse Bundgaard by email ([email protected]) or mobile (0439 201 205) if you have any queries or if you need any further information.

01.01.2022 Something to think about (and remember) during the NDIS plan review process. "So yes we are going to focus on what he can't do, but that is only to make sure he has exactly the right services to reach his full potential and shine through as the amazing person that you know him to be"