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Carers Queensland NDIS Rockhampton

Locality: Rockhampton, Queensland

Phone: +61 1300 999 636

Address: Level 2, 39 East St 4700 Rockhampton, QLD, Australia

Website: https://carersqld.com.au/ndis

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25.01.2022 Flat, even, solid pathways are a great boost for neighbourhood accessibility. So where does the Rockhampton region need more? Rockhampton Regional Council wants your feedback on footpaths and cycleways. Tap through to have your say by Sept 23.

25.01.2022 Are you a poet and you know it? This competition for poets with disability is open to people of all ages, from everywhere! Tap through to find out how to enter:

25.01.2022 Rocky's bus stops are getting more accessible! 22 bus stops have been upgraded with concrete slabs and upgrades to the surrounding footpaths, tactile ground surface indicators for users with vision impairment, seating plus clear space for people using wheelchairs, walkers or prams, and shelter from sun and rain. The upgraded stops are: Southbound on Yaamba Road in front of Glenmore Shopping Village McLaughlin Street opposite Glenmore School... Southbound on Yaamba Road near the old Bunnings site Scott Street near Stenlake Avenue in front of Foodworks Scott Street near Richardson Road in front of Lawrence’s Holden Richardson Road near Menzies Street Southbound on Yaamba Road at Redhill Northbound on Yaamba Road near Boland Street in front of Caltex Main Street near Twigg Street Northbound on Yaamba Road near Moores Creek Road in front of Spotlight Northbound on Yaamba Road in front of Stockland's Rockhampton (x2) Dean Street near Simpson Street behind North Rockhampton High School Thozet Road near Wiggington Street opposite Mt Archer State School Opposite Frenchville School Northbound on Musgrave Street near Miles St Northbound Queen Elizabeth Dr near Brown St in front of Subway New Exhibition Road opposite Rockhampton Showgrounds Jardine Street near Heath Street Hunter Street at Capelec Park Northbound on Lawrie Street at Conaghan Park Johnson Road near Charles Crescent And still to come, Denham Street near West Street will be installed later this year. Image description: Rockhampton Region Councillor Tony Williams and Member for Rockhampton Barry O'Rourke check out the upgraded bus stop at Stockland shopping centre.

25.01.2022 A new cooking program is helping NDIS participants to live independently. "They're gaining confidence and independence, the capacity of living on their own, because eventually their parents won't be around and eventually they might want to leave home and this is a basic life skill." Find out more https://ab.co/370EDsc

24.01.2022 I am passionate about AAC, which is short for Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Shirley Wong says. It’s important that everyone has a voice. As the communications and marketing specialist at independent video and digital media business In the Loupe Productions, Shirley Wong works hard to maintain the company’s profile in the ultra-competitive Sydney media market.... #SIW20

24.01.2022 Mount Morgan, we're coming to town with NDIS information! We have free sessions coming up, tap through to book your spot at either of these: LAC in Community: NDIS information for everyone, Dec 18, Jan 15, Feb 19 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/lac-in-community-mt-morgan- Understanding Your NDIS Plan: a workshop for people already using the NDIS, Dec 18... https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-your-ndis-pla Image description: Looking up through the public art in Morgan St, we see a series of white concentric mesh rings with a bright blue sky beyond.

24.01.2022 Disability advocates are welcoming changes to the NDIS, saying the updates will make the system quicker and easier to navigate.

23.01.2022 Over 18 months, 55-year-old Berni Jakstas, who lives with the autoimmune disease Lupus, worked together with her neighbours to transform an empty plot of land in Yeppoon into a thriving community garden. Tap the link to read more https://ab.co/3jzE1NL

23.01.2022 Want to have your say on life in the Gladstone region? Visit Gladstone Regional Council's Conversations page to see what's open for community consultation, and other ways to stay in touch.

23.01.2022 #ICYMI: In the second last episode of Kurt Fearnely's One Plus One, Kurt met up with Baker Boy. #NAIDOC #NAIDOCWeek

21.01.2022 Would you like to learn some Auslan? This free online session tomorrow (Thurs) morning will show you some basics!

21.01.2022 Auslan signing is helping to create a new way of understanding for tourists in the COVID-19 era.

21.01.2022 Are you prepared for a natural disaster? Do you have the support you need in an emergency? Rockhampton Regional Council wants to hear about your disaster readiness, and get your feedback on some projects they're planning:

20.01.2022 The Carer Friendly Business Awards are going virtual this year. For the first time in 17 years, winners will be celebrated in an online awards ceremony on Wednesday 14 October at 12 pm. The Awards recognise and celebrate employers, employees, and businesses that go the extra mile to make life better for unpaid carers.... Register today https://bit.ly/3hkb4Ui

19.01.2022 Put the kettle on Rockhampton, because there are lots of events coming up! Whether you're wondering what the NDIS is or already using the Scheme and ready to level up, we have a session for you. Tap through to book a spot at any of these free events: LAC in Community: NDIS information and access support, every Wednesday https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/lac-in-community-rockhampto Introduction to Self Management: a workshop for people self-managing their NDISplan or consider...ing it, Dec 2, Jan 13 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/introduction-to-self-manage Understanding Your NDIS Plan, a workshop for people getting the hang of their first plan or wanting a refresher: Dec 16, Jan 27 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-your-ndis-pla Image description: Our Rockhampton office on the corner of East & Fitzroy Sts. We see a three-storey glass and concrete building, with a bus stop by the door.

18.01.2022 In this Supported Decision Making Podcast, psychologist Paul North discusses mental health in our homes. Tap the link to listen. https://bit.ly/2QCaYwf

18.01.2022 Know your rights: this guide is for people with cognitive impairment who'd like to know more about health care. It tells you about: - getting the right information - making choices about your health care - what healthcare staff do - what to take with you to hospital... Tap the link to open or download the .pdf.

18.01.2022 Para Ice Hockey Queensland have been supported by a Health and Physical Activity Grant from Brisbane City Council and are able to offer four evening Come & Try Sessions in January at Iceworld Boondall! Listen to the PIHQ episode on Choice & Control to find out why this is a big deal! Come & Try sessions:... Monday 4 January 7:45pm 9:45pm Thursday 7 January 6pm 8pm Monday 11 January - 7:45pm 9:45pm Thursday 14 January - 6pm 8pm See more

17.01.2022 If you're in the Banana Shire and would like to join our online We Grow Together group on Tuesday (29/9) please register so we can send you the link to join:

17.01.2022 The warmer weather is here! That means it's time to make sure we have a plan to keep ourselves and everyone who lives with us safe if there's a natural disaster. Here in CQ, that means things like a cyclone, bushfire, flood or severe storm. Person Centred Emergency Preparedness is a tool to make sure emergency planning includes support for people with disability. Tap through for information, videos, and a downloadable workbook to help you make your plan.

17.01.2022 Do you provide care for a loved one? Carers can face their own unique health and wellbeing challenges. This survey from Carers Queensland looks at carers' experiences and insight: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RD5F823 Your answers will be used to develop future programs to support carers' health and wellbeing. ... Image description: a young man and woman sit on the ground with their arms around each other and their heads resting together.

17.01.2022 R U OK?Day is Thursday 10 September and this year's message is 'There's more to say after R U OK?'. Here is a list of ways you can help encourage more life-changing conversations and share the message with your community while physically distancing.Tap the link to view https://bit.ly/2QOTZH6 [Image description: yellow background, black cloud with the text there’s more to say after R U OK?]

17.01.2022 Have you checked out Banana Shire Library's virtual storytimes? They have lots of videos of live book readings suitable for young book lovers.

17.01.2022 "When I started my role as national disability affairs reporter back in May, I had some clear goals. I wanted to elevate the voices of people so rarely heard in our community and use stories to shift the conversation around disability." Keep your eye out for Nas Campanella's stories this week as she celebrates International Day of People with Disability - Australia

17.01.2022 The Participant Service Improvement Plan tells you about practical changes happening so the NDIS works better for everyone - people using the Scheme, their and carers, service providers, and the whole community. You can find the latest updates here:

17.01.2022 We're getting ready for International Day of People with Disability - Australia! We are proud to be hosting or partnering with these events! Moreton Bay - Free screening of 12th annual Wide Angle Film Festival https://bit.ly/39f17XJ ... Broadbeach: Marketplace https://bit.ly/37c8X22 Coolangatta: Marketplace https://bit.ly/3l78PFM Ipswich: Be Your Own Boss https://bit.ly/374Zl9c Rockhampton: Free film screening of ‘Ride Like a Girl’ https://bit.ly/2UYoUmD Get involved, find an event near you! https://bit.ly/2UWUwJ8

16.01.2022 Nita is full-time carer for her daughter Teaghann and grandson David. She's part of Carers Queensland’s Adult Resilience program in Rockhampton, getting useful resources and skills for caring for others - and herself.

16.01.2022 It wasn't just Kyal Fairbairn's love of coffee that inspired him to become a mobile barista - he started his own business because he didn't feel he was getting a fair go in the workplace due to his intellectual disability. Meet Kyal and other people with disability charting their own course through self-employment:

16.01.2022 If you are looking ahead to International Day of People with Disability, check out this webinar! Featuring Sunshine Coast art group NuunaRon, you will hear about their works and the influence of community, culture and disability. We were privileged to be able to share some stories from the artists earlier this year.... For more webinar details: https://events.humanitix.com/nuunaron-exhibition-launch-int #IDPWD

16.01.2022 As the weather gets warmer, it's time to think about keeping yourself and your family safe in natural disasters like bushfires, floods, cyclones or severe storms. The Person-Centred Emergency Preparedness Workbook can help you make a plan that works for your specific support needs. Tap through to download the workbook, and watch some videos that explain how it works and how other people with disability are planning to stay safe: ... https://collaborating4inclusion.org/pcep See more

15.01.2022 There are a number of ways to apply for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). For Gabby, the local Community Mental Health team supported her to apply for the NDIS, and now she is receiving daily support to improve her mental health, develop living skills, attend appointments and stay connected with peers and the community. Read Gabby's story! https://bit.ly/3mcy4rP

15.01.2022 Has your sport or exercise routine been disrupted by Coronavirus restrictions? Or are your local options limited? Here are some more ways to get moving! Disability Sports Australia has a great list of ways people of all abilities can stay active. Check it out:

15.01.2022 We are one, but we are many ABC TV + iview bring us a classic Australian hit performed in Auslan.

15.01.2022 Annie has written an autobiography, ‘The Strength Within’ that describes what life has been like for her following the amputation of her leg 40 years ago. Learn more about Annie’s story https://bit.ly/36l0H0E

14.01.2022 Congratulations Helena Kidd, 2020 Queensland Training Awards Equity VET Student of the Year! Helena is from Rockhampton and has cerebral palsy. At the end of 2019 she graduated with her Cert 3 in Business from CQUniversity Australia, and her dream job is in medical administration.

14.01.2022 Yoga can be great for mindfulness and managing stress, and there's a free session coming up on the Capricorn Coast to mark Mental Health Week. Make sure you book ahead for Sunrise Yoga on October 16: https://www.facebook.com/events/2382470752062301/ because places are limited due to social distancing requirements. Image description: sunrise over the ocean.

14.01.2022 With his great-grandfather and grandfather as servicemen, Michael Buxton takes great pride in being part of preserving the memories of Australians at war. #RemembranceDay #WeRememberThem #LestWeForget

13.01.2022 From 12 noon today, the lockdown will be lifted, and we are pleased to advise that our offices located within the local government areas of Brisbane, Moreton, Logan, Ipswich and Redlands will reopen on Tuesday 6 April 2021 after the Easter public holidays. Please be aware that some restrictions will remain in place for all Queensland until Thursday 15 April. As per the Queensland Government guidelines, all visitors to our offices are required to wear face masks for the next f...ortnight and will be asked COVID-19 screening questions prior to entering offices. Read more

13.01.2022 Agnes Water Beach Visitor Carpark is getting an upgrade and Gladstone Regional Council wants your feedback on the designs. Learn more about the project and cast your vote bit.ly/3ji47ES

13.01.2022 The Paralympic Education Program helps school children learn about the Paralympic movement. Para-athletes visit the classroom through the wonders of virtual technology, for sessions where kids kids to learn about inclusion, disability, resilience, and sporting glory.

13.01.2022 The CP Info Project is a national online platform that seeks to increase the quality and accessibility of information available to people with cerebral palsy. You can get involved by signing up for updates, participating in online surveys, participating in consultations and engagement activities, or by joining the reference group.

12.01.2022 Carers Queensland NDIS LAC PITC are seeking Expressions of Interest from women with disability or women carers who are running their own microbusiness, to showcase in an International Women’s Day ‘Be Your Own Boss’ marketplace being held in Rockhampton early in March 2021. The marketplace will also provide a platform for those who are willing to share their experiences of running your own business. **You do not need to be an NDIS participant to take part in the marketplace.*...* To express your interest or find out more, please Message us with your name, contact phone number and email address. Alternatively, email your details to [email protected].

12.01.2022 We Grow Together is a space for Banana Shire residents with disability and their families and carers to support each other and share experiences, information and resources. The group will discuss issues affecting people with disability, build our capacity to tell our stories and advocate for change, and explore local options for mainstream and disability services. We will also build the whole of community’s capacity to support people with disability, and make the Banana Shire a more accessible, inclusive place for people of all abilities.

12.01.2022 Nominations are now open for the National Disability Leaders Awards. They're for people with disability leading and creating change in society, the arts, inclusion and more.

12.01.2022 Vibe Festival is set to be an unforgettable, 100% online celebration of Deaf culture and community. Over the weekend you can enjoy some of the very best Deaf and hard of hearing talent on offer from Australia and around the world!

12.01.2022 Take time for your mental health with this free Mental Health Week event on the Capricorn Coast on October 16. Take your pick of the 9am or 11am session, and book your free ticket to mental wellbeing! https://www.facebook.com/events/718496915372744/

11.01.2022 With help from the NDIS, Sharrena is living in her own unit independently with support for daily tasks including house cleaning, shopping assistance and attending appointments. Read how she did it https://bit.ly/3n5HhlU

11.01.2022 Our LACs are back in the community, connecting with you about applying for and using the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Check out the events tab on our Facebook page for details of sessions near you!

11.01.2022 The Oscars academy have set up new inclusion and diversity guidelines for filmmakers to be eligible for the best picture Oscar. The rules lay out percentages or numbers of actors and staff on a movie that must be filled by people with disabilities, people of colour, women or people from the LGBTQI community.

10.01.2022 Heard of the NDIS but not sure how to get started? This free online session on Monday (21/9) could help. It will cover what the NDIS does, who it's for, and how to request access. You'll learn what info you'll need to go with your access request, and where you can get help if you need it.

09.01.2022 Raelyn Watson’s love of flowers has seen her utilise her NDIS supports to follow her dream of one day starting her own florist business. Having this support has made a huge difference in my life. I have learnt so much about flowers, the names, etc and I have gained so many skills. Thank you NDIS! Read Raelyn's story! ... https://bit.ly/3pHC2tI See more

09.01.2022 Congratulations young artists! North Rockhampton Special School's 2020 Arts Showcase is at the Walter Reid Cultural Centre (cnr Derby and East Sts) on Friday 11/9.... Doors open 5.30pm for the official launch at 6pm. Entry by gold coin donation.

09.01.2022 Meeting Place is a a two-day online festival with speakers, panel discussions, arts showcases and interactive sessions on September 15 & 16. It's all about creating space for artists with disability and d/Deaf artists - whether that means physical space, socially, online, or anything else...

08.01.2022 The NDIS is giving Nikki freedom to do the things she wants - like the simple joy of sleeping in. Nikki has quadriplegia, and before joining the NDIS she had to be up before dawn so her son could help her get ready for the day before he left for work.

08.01.2022 Our LACs are out and about in Central Queensland, ready to help answers questions about applying for and using the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Book in today for a one-to-one chat, at the location nearest to you! Biloela - https://bit.ly/3rP55NN Gladstone - https://bit.ly/39vXFrU... Mt Morgan - https://bit.ly/2JgWnqj Rockhampton - https://bit.ly/3lsSoUo Yeppoon - https://bit.ly/37rheyV See more

08.01.2022 In this free webinar on September 17 you'll learn how far digital accessibility has come in the last few years, and what more needs to happen to make content genuinely inclusive.

08.01.2022 The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has released three consultation papers and one project consultation report. This is your chance to have a say and be part of improving the NDIS.

07.01.2022 Happy Trans Day of Visibility! International Transgender Day of Visibility is honoured every year on March 31. The day is dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of the discrimination trans people face worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society.... #TDOV2021 #beyou #beseen

07.01.2022 Know anyone in Gladstone who needs a hand with the NDIS? Our in-person events are back, tap through to book a spot at these free events: For anyone who'd like to know more about the NDIS and how to access it: LAC in Community: Dec 11, Jan 8, Feb 12 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/lac-in-community-gladstone-... For people already using the NDIS: Understanding Your NDIS Plan: Dec 11, Jan 8 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-your-ndis-pla Introduction to Self Management: Dec 11, Jan 8 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-your-ndis-pla

06.01.2022 Ever since I was a little kid I loved reading and the power of words, (so) writing is one of my NDIS goals. There is a lot to the business part of writing. My support workers help, filming me for promotion work used on my website." Local author Heather is using NDIS supports to assist her with writing her motivational books. Read her story. ... Author Heather Coombes

06.01.2022 ‘Mind the Gap: bridging the disability digital divide’ is a free virtual event looking at innovative ways people with disability are using technology across all areas of their lives. It's on Friday, starting at 10am. Find out more and register here:

06.01.2022 Sarah Byrne believes disability inclusion should involve more community connections. "I do netball, I do rock 'n' roll dancing, bowling, cheerleading. Then I meet my friends and catch up with them," she said. "I do have a very busy, social butterfly life."

06.01.2022 Are you in Yeppoon and want to find out about the NDIS? We'll be at the library on Tuesdays December 1 & 15 to answer your questions and help you get started. To find out more or book a time for a chat, tap through here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/lac-in-community-yeppoon-ti Image description: The entrance to the Yeppoon Library, a low-set building painted in white and bright shades of blue. Carers Queensland's information stall sits by the front door.

06.01.2022 The NDIS is holding an online update session for local service providers on September 24. It's for service providers - whether you're NDIS registered or not - in all these council areas: Woorabinda, Barcoo, Banana, Gladstone, Barcaldine, Rockhampton, Winton, Longreach, Diamantina, Central Highlands and Blackall-Tambo.

05.01.2022 A parcel has arrived at our Rockhampton office... what's inside? It's the latest edition of Source Kids magazine, a resource for people with children with disability or additional needs. There are collection points for the magazine around Queensland, including our offices in Rockhampton, Gladstone and Emerald. Music: Little Idea by bensound.com

03.01.2022 Inclusion Australia is running free online workshops about open employment for people with intellectual disability and their families. Topics for family workshops include: - Starting young - Work experience... - Transition planning - Changing jobs. Topics for workshops for people with intellectual disability include: - What is open employment? - Learning about work - Getting the right support - Earning money and getting a pension.

03.01.2022 Our NDIS LAC PITC Program offices are open over the Christmas and New Year period, excluding public holidays. Stay safe over the break and we look forward to working with you in 2021! https://carersqld.com.au/ndis/

03.01.2022 This is everyone's chance to raise our voices in this Queensland Music Festival vocal ensemble, put together by Social Inclusion Week founder, Dr Jonathon Welch AM!

03.01.2022 Let’s kick off Social Inclusion Week with a story from Birtinya Skate Park, who are providing a safe and fun skateboarding experience for everyone to enjoy! #SIW20 https://www.facebook.com/WINNewsSunshineCoast/videos/1520676074987380/

02.01.2022 Businesses take note - Dylan Alcott is hiring people with disabilities to run his business and he doesn't want this business strategy to be kept quiet!

02.01.2022 If you're in the Livingstone Shire and you can't get to the library, the library will come to you! To find out more about their Home Library Service contact Livingstone Shire Library on 4913 3850 or email [email protected].

02.01.2022 The full roll-out of the NDIS in Queensland is officially complete on October 1. One of about 85,000 Queenslanders using the NDIS is Morgan from Rockhampton, who has Williams syndrome and is juggling work, study, and a rich life of social activities and helping others:

01.01.2022 It's Disability Action Week! This year’s theme ‘Access-ability making things better for everyone’ focuses on the benefits of improved accessibility, not only for people with disability but also for the whole community. Check out the All Abilities Queensland website for more information and ideas for how to create more inclusive communities for everyone. Thriving Communities Qld

01.01.2022 Biloela, we're coming to visit! We have free events coming up where you can find out more about the NDIS, learn more about your plan, and have your say on building a more inclusive community. Suitable for everyone: Community Conversation: a group discussion for people with disability, family and carers about building a more inclusive community, Nov 26 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/community-conversation-bilo... LAC in Community, NDIS information and access support: Nov 26, Dec 10, Jan 7 & 21, Feb 4 & 18 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/carers-queensland-ndis-2930 Suitable for people already using the NDIS: Understanding Your NDIS Plan workshop: Dec 10, Jan 7 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-your-ndis-pla Introduction to Self Management workshop: Dec 10, Jan 7 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/introduction-to-self-manage Image description: a park with Biloela's silo, site of the visitor info centre and museum, in the background.

01.01.2022 There's a new way to have your say on life in the Livingstone Shire. The Community Voice Panels will give locals input on council policies, programs and services. Tap through to apply by 21 September.