Count Me In 2020 in Adelaide, South Australia | Community organisation

Count Me In 2020

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Address: PO Box 6225, Halifax Street Post Office 5000 Adelaide, SA, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Once again, many thanks to all our members who have filled in and returned their Declaration of Membership form to us. We still urgently need more members to do the same before 25th September 2019 in order to maintain registration as a political party. Please check your Spam or Junk Mail folders if you think you have not received the email about this matter.... To join as a member or to renew your existing membership, please go to our website dignityparty.org.au/become-a-member To request the Electoral Commission party membership declaration form (for members) please email vote1dignity@gmail If you haven’t had to sign/email this form to Dignity Party before it is because the Electoral Commission did not require it last year. Under the SA Electoral Act we have been asked to have a minimum of 200 people sign forms this year. We receive no government funding and have a small number of volunteers working on keeping our party going, your help is needed and filling out this form is essential to us being able to keep our registration. Your cooperation is really appreciated, and we thank you for it. Together we can continue to fight for Dignity for all. Kind Regards, Dignity Party Team

25.01.2022 The Dignity party is merging pages with the Count Me In foundation! Count Me In foundation was founded by Dignity President Rick Neagle after the dissolution of the Dignity Party in November 2019. Count Me In foundation advocates for and implements solutions to create access and inclusion for everyone; continuing to work towards the vision and objectives held by the Dignity Party. Please click here for further information about Count Me In's mantra www.countmein.com.au... If you would no longer like to receive updates, or you feel like this page no longer aligns to your values, please feel free to ‘unlike’ this page.

22.01.2022 Today we celebrated the life of Phillip Beddall - 30 years of advocacy and leadership and his preparedness ''to be the true face of what it means to have a disability". In celebrating the gift Phil was to Dignity (and other organisations) we mourn the loss of a friend and relentless campaigner for justice! As reflected in a speech today - Phillips initials 'P B' tells a story of 'Personal Best'. Phil leaves us (Dignity, other justice agencies & us as individuals) with an inspirational challenge to live our personal best to help our world become a better, fairer place. Post details below. Image descriptions within photographs.

22.01.2022 A reminder that the Disability Royal Commission welcomes public comments and feedback on its Draft Accessibility Strategy before closing date 13 September 2019. All submissions will be reviewed and updated periodically as a result of ongoing feedback. Image description : A woman is sitting on a wooden park bench. She is wearing a grey coat and fawn trousers. She is holding a white cane in her right hand and patting her tan coloured guide dog with her left hand.... Have your say https://disability.royalcommission.gov.au//draft-accessibi

20.01.2022 Thank you to all our members who have filled in and returned their Declaration of Membership form to us. We still urgently need more members to do the same before 25th September 2019 in order to maintain registration as a political party. Please check your Spam or Junk Mail folders if you think you have not received the email about this matter.... To join as a member, please go to our website dignityparty.org.au/become-a-member To request the Electoral Commission party membership declaration form please email vote1dignity@gmail If you haven’t had to sign/email this form to Dignity Party before it is because the Electoral Commission did not require it last year. Under the SA Electoral Act we have been asked to have a minimum of 200 people sign forms this year. We receive no government funding and have a small number of volunteers working on keeping our party going, your help is needed and filling out this form is essential to us being able to keep our registration. Your cooperation is really appreciated, and we thank you for it. Together we can continue to fight for Dignity for all. Kind Regards, Dignity Party Team

20.01.2022 Dignity candidate (2018) Cyanne Westerman wins another award Service to the Community Award (Websters Lawyers) at the #7NewsYoungAchieverAwards. Congratulations Cyanne! We are proud of you! Image: A montage of photos including a portrait of Cyanne smiling, in her wheelchair with a young child and receiving her award.

20.01.2022 The Commonwealth Government is currently reviewing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) legislation to make the NDIS process simpler and more straight forward and remove barriers to positive participant and provider experiences with the NDIS. As part of the review, a NDIS Participant Service Guarantee will be legislated to improve participant experiences with the NDIS. The guarantee will set new standards for the time it takes for key steps in the NDIS process incl...uding access to decisions, NDIS plan approval and having plans reviewed. A particular focus will be on improving processes for children and participants needing specialist disability accommodation, assistive technology, or other services requiring a quote or further approval. The new guarantee will be in place from 1 July 2020. In South Australia, a face to face workshop will be held in Mt Gambier on 17 September and in Adelaide on 19 September from 10am to 2pm. You can find out more about the review, and register to attend a workshop at engage.dss.gov.au or email [email protected] People can make also make a written submission or complete the online survey at engage.dss.gov.au. Feedback can be provided until 31 October 2019. People with disability, their families and carers are encouraged to share what matters most to them about the NDIS. It is critical that NDIS participants are at the centre of the review. Anyone can provide feedback on the NDIS review.

18.01.2022 Notice of Annual General Meeting Members are advised that the Annual General Meeting of Dignity Inc. will now be held on Tuesday 26th November, 2019, at 6pm at the Restless Dance Theatre building, 195 Gilles Street, Adelaide SA 5000. All members welcome !

17.01.2022 Happy Halloween, if you’re into that kind of thing... Here’s hoping your spooky holiday is less scary than the rest of 2020! We are cooking up some epic projects for the near future, but it’s all hush-hush for now. Watch this space though!... [Image description: Matt from the Count Me In team wears a witches robe and laughs maniacally while staring the bright red cauldron with a wooden spoon.]

16.01.2022 Do you think more needs to be done in SA to make businesses accessible ? Well maybe we should be following this example. Monash University researchers have written a report that demonstrates good access really is good for business. The full report is titled "Putting a dollar value on accessibilty" by Dr Nikos Thomacos and Dr Rachel McDonald.... The City of Melbourne commissioned the report to assist businesses to become more accessible. https://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au//good-access-good-busines.

16.01.2022 Not long now ...

14.01.2022 Tonight - Notice of Annual General Meeting Members are advised that the Annual General Meeting of Dignity Inc. will be held tonight, Tuesday 26th November, 2019, at 6pm at the Restless Dance Theatre building, 195 Gilles Street, Adelaide SA 5000. All members welcome.

13.01.2022 D2 showing the business world how it's done! Image: A bunch of elated, well dressed, rascals holding their 2019 #Telstrabusinessawards win! Congratulations we are so proud! Congratulations to #goodprospects for your finalist nomination and other Dignity Party Friends who are kicking-it in the field of business!

10.01.2022 Your input is needed on how we can make our playgrounds and playspaces more accessible for all children and families. The State Government is developing guidelines for local councils and other agencies to make public playspaces inclusive. The guidelines will be finalised later this year.... Children, parents, guardians, carers, grandparents and the community can share their thoughts and ideas via the online survey. Visit www.dhs.sa.gov.au/disability to have your say, or email [email protected] or call 8415 4317.

09.01.2022 It's happening! It's finally here... TODAY! The 2020 AFL Grand Final between Richmond and Geelong. Who are you barracking for...? On an unrelated note, why not bid on this one of a kind memento from the 1997/1998 Premierships...?... http://bidforgood.net/countmein [image description: a packed (pre-COVID) football stadium with a vibrant sunset with red clouds on a dark blue sky] [link: official eBay auction hosted by Bid for Good]

08.01.2022 There are hard working leaders and activists in the field - help get them nominated!

08.01.2022 At $620 and climbing - don't let this piece of Adelaide Crows history get away! BID NOW! http://bidforgood.net/countmein... [image description: a screen shot from the eBay isting for the above mentioned item.] [link: official eBay auction hosted by Bid for Good]

08.01.2022 The City of Adelaide Council want your thoughts on what will create a great play experience for people of all ages and abilities in the new Quentin Kenihan Inclusive Playspace in Rymill Park /Murlawirrapurka (Park 14). Your feedback is valuable. It will help to shape a playspace that is accessible and inclusive for everyone to enjoy. To inform this process, a Family event will be held at Bonython/Tulya Wardli (Park 27), Sunday 13 October 2019, between 10.00am and 2.00pm. The...re are a number of inclusive play elements at this playspace. You can see what is there, and give them your thoughts on what they could put into the design of the proposed Inclusive Playspace in Rymill Park. Members of the design team will be at the event to discuss the project and to answer any questions. https://yoursay.cityofadelaide.com.au/QK-playspace

08.01.2022 Congratulations to everyone at the Fringe, including Kelly Vincent and Todd Cox who are championing accessibility and inclusion for all at this year's Adelaide Fringe https://mailchi.mp//everyone-can-enjoy-the-magic-of-fringe Rick Neagle

07.01.2022 Dear Friends - Please see funeral details for Phillip Beddall. Huge appreciation to Enhanced Lifestyles (Phillip was Chairperson on the Board) for making and sharing these arrangements. Please could you let Dignity Party or Enhanced Lifestyles know if you wish to attend. Image: Phil in a wheelchair on a footpath near his home. Phil is smiling at the camera despite the difficulty in navigating the footpath (Adelaide CBD) on both sides of the street. Please find the details b...elow: Date: Saturday 14th September 2019 Time: 1.30pm Venue: Influencers Church, Darley Road, Paradise SA The wake will commence directly after the service and held at the Church. Light refreshments and afternoon tea will be available. We are expecting a large number of attendees given Phillip’s involvement with the disability and community sector. To ensure the service is inclusive the following has been arranged: Drop off zone for access cabs, with car park attendants providing directions to both cabs and those who drive to the service Lifestyle Attendants will be on hand on the day to assist with any support required more details about this will be provided next week Hired additional accessible toilets to ensure that there are adequate facilities for people to use Audio visual equipment to assist people with visual/hearing impairments For people who are unable to attend the service but would still like to pay their respects, you are encouraged to email (or attach to this post) your message which will be collated and displayed for others to read on the day. We will also be recording the service and people can request a copy of the video after the event. If you are planning to attend the service, please let us know so we can ensure we are able to fully support everyone attending. Also, if you have any specific access requirements which we have not catered for, please let us know so we can make suitable arrangements.

07.01.2022 Please register via the link to attend this family event. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/inclusive-play-day-registra The City of Adelaide Council want your thoughts on what will create a great play experience for people of all ages and abilities in the new Quentin Kenihan Inclusive Playspace in Rymill Park /Murlawirrapurka (Park 14). Your feedback is valuable. It will help to shape a playspace that is accessible and inclusive for everyone to enjoy.... To inform this process, a Family event will be held at Bonython/Tulya Wardli (Park 27), Sunday 13 October 2019, between 10.00am and 2.00pm. There are a number of inclusive play elements at this playspace. You can see what is there, and give them your thoughts on what they could put into the design of the proposed Inclusive Playspace in Rymill Park. Members of the design team will be at the event to discuss the project and to answer any questions.

06.01.2022 Today is the last day to send us your feedback on The Disability Royal Commission’s Draft Accessibility Strategy. The Accessibility Strategy is available in a range of formats. Don't miss your chance to shape this vital document https://disability.royalcommission.gov.au//draft-accessibi

04.01.2022 South Australia and the Northern Territory are still the only states in Australia that do not receive Government funding to support children and families living with epilepsy. 63,000 people live with epilepsy in South Australia and 8,000 in the Northern Territory. The Epilepsy Centre continues to provide support and services to those affected funded solely by private donations.... Please consider signing their petition. https://www.change.org/p/government-funding-for-epilepsy

02.01.2022 If you're a Geelong supporter, you're probably feeling a bit dusty after last night's game. But here's the good news... There's still 5 hours to snatch up this one of a kind scarf commemorating the 97/98 Adelaide Crows premiership victory. This item is priceless and all proceeds will be donated to the Count Me In Foundation. http://bidforgood.net/countmein... [image description: a hand knitted scarf in Adelaide Crows colours: blue, yellow and red] [link: official eBay auction hosted by Bid for Good]

02.01.2022 People with disability spend about $100 a week more on basic living costs such as transport and healthcare than Australians without a disability. And at the sam...e time, more and more people with disability are having their claim for the Disability Support Pension rejected and are being forced onto the lower Newstart payment. These are just two of the findings contained in new reports released today by disability advocates and researchers. The reports show that the financial cost of living with disability and declining access to the DSP is causing significant economic, social, psychological stress and unnecessary hardship for people with disability. As a result both advocates and researchers are calling for urgent reforms to the DSP. Our good friends at AFDO are one of the organisations behind the reports released today. You can read the media release about the reports here - https://www.afdo.org.au/disability-support-pension-review/ You can read the full reports here - https://www.afdo.org.au/dsp-reports/ (Image description: A group of eight people - five women and three men - stand together in a hall in Parliament House in Canberra. One of the group sits in a wheelchair, another in a mobility scooter. A man in a suit stands in the middle holding a report. Four microphones stand in front of the group.)

01.01.2022 Dear Friends Dignity Party has been grappling with the news of the loss (yesterday morning) of one of its leaders - Vice President of the Dignity Board. Phillip Beddall, was a high-profile human rights campaigner, a media commentator on issues of disability, human rights issues, health and accessibility. Phillip stood as a Dignity Party candidate in the 2018 South Australian election. Phillip was also Vice Chair of SACOSS as well as Chair and SA Coordinator of the Young Peo...ple in Nursing Homes National Alliance and a supporter of the Barriers to Justice (B2J) campaign. The courage to fight for civil rights is hard enough - to do it with severe disability is harder still! Dear Phillip - Thank you so much for everything you have done for South Australians. Vale to a very good man, comrade and friend. You will not be forgotten. Image 1. Phillip seated at the end of Sth City Tram Stop surrounded by journalists. 2. Phillip wearing (then) D4D Tshirt in a photograph with Dignity Party President Rick Neagle, and Dignity supporters. 3. Close up photograph of Phillip being interviewed at the tram stop; Minister Stephen Knoll stands next to Phillip. 4. Phillip demonstrating the barriers faced by people in wheelchairs attempting to travel down some Adelaide City sidewalks.

01.01.2022 Huge 'Thank You's to: - Bid For Good (Auction management) - Malcom Blight (Donor) - Norwood Football Club... The commemorative 'Back to Back' scarf sold for $630 to a currently anonymous bidder. Proceeds are donated to the Count Me In foundation. https://www.bidforgood.com.au/home [image description: Bid for Good logo - a love heart connected within a gold ribbon like circle.] [link: Bid for Good's home page]