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25.01.2022 Assisting someone distressed by the COVID-19 pandemic: a Mental Health First Aid Australia resource. Particularly during the 6 weeks of Stage 4 restrictions in Victoria, good mental health practices are even more pivotal to staying mentally healthy. The guidelines in this resource are designed to help members of the public to provide mental health first aid to someone who is experiencing distress related to the worldwide COVID-19 crisis and resulting isolation. ... The resource below goes through how to support someone you live with, what to say, what to avoid and when professional help may be needed. Stay safe and healthy everyone https://bit.ly/3kfETZ0
25.01.2022 Gateways recreation goes online to boost social connection in isolation - a positive initiative that is helping a number of participants. The online activities give participants the chance to meet new friends, enjoy a range of engaging social activities and continue to learn and experience new things despite the social distancing measures. Fun activities such as Zumba, bingo, cooking classes... The short video demonstrates and explains some of the wonderful work Gateways are... doing during this period of isolation and social distancing. https://www.gateways.com.au/ https://www.youtube.com/watch
24.01.2022 Click here to stay in touch https://www.facebook.com/InterchangeNetworkAus
23.01.2022 It's National Student Volunteer Week 2020! National Student Volunteer Week 2020 (#NSVW20) runs from 10 - 16 August. Celebrating #NSVW20 is an opportunity to acknowledge the impact that student volunteers make through volunteering. Collective Impact: Give.Grow.Connect is the theme of #NSVW20. Student volunteers give a hand to the community, grow as they gain knowledge and skills, and connect with others.... Education providers, volunteer organisations and students all over Australia will be celebrating #NSVW20 through a variety of events, activities and campaigns that celebrate student volunteers and connect young people with opportunities to get involved in volunteering. Due to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, online activities are encouraged and smaller in-person events if it's safe to do so. To find out more, visit nationalstudentvolunteerweek.org.au
22.01.2022 From the Association for Children with a Disability (ACD): With the sudden increase in COVID-19 cases in Victoria, we are all concerned about what this means for our children and families. Here is a link to a great social story about the COVID-19 test https://bit.ly/3e1lQ0e... With all the news about COVID-19, it can be difficult to keep up with the latest advice. The key messages remain the same: * Wash your hands * Keep 1.5m apart * Stay home if you or anyone in your family is sick * Get tested, even if you have very mild symptoms The link to the COVID-19 webpage has the latest information, including how to safely use Support Workers. https://bit.ly/31PVVGa Stay safe everyone!
22.01.2022 Interchange Outer East is offering 1:1 support in-home for our participants. Their team can construct engaging, meaningful, and fun support which meets NDIS goals. They are all about the individual, choices and having fun. Their coordinators and support workers can develop personalised support incorporating the activities of daily living which are engaging and fun. At Interchange Outer East, they are mindful of the current social distancing restrictions and the paramount imp...ortance of protecting the health of everyone in our community. "We are here for you, when arguably you may need us most." Interchange Outer East 1:1 support is open to all IOE registered participants, even if your family has only used group-based services in the past. Keep our support workers at work and keep working towards your NDIS goals with IOE 1:1 supports. http://www.ioe.org.au/1-1-support-going-strong/
21.01.2022 The Lets CreARTe! Art Program that Interchange Inner East is running is in an all-inclusive, all abilities art program catered to support every artists individual journey for creative independence, freedom and self-expression. The Program went online within a month of Covid 19 hitting in the first wave and it has been a huge success! Running for 12 weeks now, artists have enjoyed engaging with the activities and learning about different artists, materials and techniques, an...d getting a little creative with what materials they have at home. They have been amazed at the work and creativity which each artist has produced! Some of their wonderful volunteers joined the group, and they have been invaluable to this program. They are continuing to grow and hopefully will have more art options for both online and eventually face to face again. THANK YOU to the wonderful artists, families, volunteers and workers! Let us keep the creativity flowing and keep CreARTing!
20.01.2022 In Victoria including Melbourne, the Office of the Minister for Disability has confirmed that you can: * Have a relative or family friend visit your home to assist with care for your child with disability * Take your child to a relative or family friend for care, to meet their needs and provide respite for you * Go for a drive with your child to help support complex behaviour * And of course, we now have an extra hour of exercise time outdoors for children!
19.01.2022 At Interchange Outer East, they have created a video to show their support workers how grateful we are for all their work during COVID-19. Worth a watch - and well done Interchange Outer East and staff! https://youtu.be/UP9uvjED7eQ
19.01.2022 Thank you Google Maps! You can now turn on an 'Accessible Places' feature on Google Maps to display wheelchair accessible entrances, seating, parking and more. https://bit.ly/3jkfeOi
19.01.2022 Social inclusion is still possible during isolation! Many agencies are conducting programs online and delivering services in a different way. Why not check your local Interchange agency and see what they're up to? https://interchange.org.au/find-agency/
19.01.2022 More than 3/4 of people claim their mental health has worsened since the outbreak of COVID-19. Beyondblue has a number of resources for you to access to help maintain good mental health during the time of this pandemic (and subsequent lockdown for Victoria). See link below. If you are needing help now, please see the list below for contact numbers of organisations seeking to assist during this crisis.... * Call this line if you are seeking information on coronavirus (COVID-19). The line operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 1800 020 080 * Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24 / 7) Text: 0477 13 11 14 (6pm midnight AEDT, 7 nights) * Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 (24 / 7) * Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 059 467 * Open Arms - Veterans Support Service: 1800 011 046 * Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800 * eHeadspace: 1800 650 890 * Family Relationship Advice Line: 1800 050 321 * Sexual Assault, Domestic or Family Violence and Abuse - 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) * Mensline: 1300 78 99 78 https://coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au/
19.01.2022 Avoid emotive portrayals of people which imply they are to be pitied for living with such a 'tragedy' or are 'afflicted with' disability. We are all unique individuals. Volunteer with us and see for yourself: https://www.interchange.org.au/volunteers/volunteer-enquiry/
18.01.2022 Interchange Gippsland - Awards for Gippsland Volunteers! Interchange Gippsland has announced its annual Volunteer of the Year Award winners for 2020. Congratulations to Alexia Hall of Newborough who has been awarded Young Volunteer of the Year and Eroll Poulier of Traralgon who has been awarded Adult Volunteer of the... Year. Alexia and Eroll have both been involved with a range of innovative community based programs with Interchange Gippsland. These group programs provide activities and support for children, teenagers and adults with disabilities in their communities across the Gippsland regions. All programs have a strong focus on creating opportunities for people with disabilities and enhancing social inclusion and community connection. Congratulations to Alexia and Eroll! If you wish to volunteer at your closest Interchange agency, please fill in the following volunteer form. https://www.interchange.org.au/volunteers/volunteer-enquiry/
18.01.2022 DHHS has a number of coronavirus (COVID-19) fact sheets that include information and considerations specific to people with disability and people caring for them. These sheets have some great information for carers and people with disability. What to expect when you are receiving a disability service: Accessing treatment and disability services throughout the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic can be daunting and confusing. It is important to continue to access the services yo...u require and know what to expect from treating practitioners and services providers. Visit the site now to read up on what assistance is available, what mental health resources are accessible and other links to important information. https://bit.ly/2OHrdYc
17.01.2022 Follow and share our NEW Interchange Network page for the chance to win some fabulous prizes! https://www.facebook.com/InterchangeNetworkAus
16.01.2022 ABC iView has a brilliant series called "You Can't Ask That". Below is a link to the episode "Wheelchair Users". Misunderstood, marginalised Australians answering anonymous, online questions. Insightful, irreverent and moving this episode sets the record straight of what it's really like to be a wheelchair user. The link takes you to the series, just select which episode you wish you watch.... https://ab.co/2CQrw04
16.01.2022 Interchange Outer East ONLINE POP-UP CRAFT GROUP!! Everyone is welcome - families do not have to be registered with IOE to participate!! To help with the stay-at-home blues, our Recreation Services Team is bringing you a five-week online craft group! The program is open to people of all ages and will be conducted over Zoom. No craft supplies needed - they will be delivered to your door prior to the first session! ... To enquire or to get involved, contact [email protected] or phone 9758 5522
16.01.2022 A great pictorial demonstration of the what, why, who and when of wearing masks. With the new measures in place making mask wearing compulsory for those over 12 years old, Interchange Outer East have put together this resource. Everyone is wearing masks while out and about, and this might help explain what you'll see when your support worker wears one. Remember, staying apart keeps us together!
16.01.2022 R U OK? DAY 2020 A CONVERSATION CAN CHANGE A LIFE R U OK? inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and start a conversation with anyone who may be struggling with life.... You don't need to be an expert to reach out - just a good friend and a great listener. Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life: 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in
16.01.2022 Interchange Inner East - Meet one of their Host volunteers - Gisela! A mum of one of our participants who spends a few hours each week with one of our Host volunteers Gisela had this to say about her. "I feel very lucky. She has been with us for 4 years and she is like part of the family. We are very fond of her. She is lovely. She rides her bike to our house and takes Oliver to watch the trams and feed the pigeons which is something he loves to do. She has a good relationshi...p with Oliver. She is amazing!" Becoming a host can be a rewarding experience and build life-long friendships. To look into volunteering please follow the link! https://www.interchange.org.au/volunteers/volunteer-enquiry/
14.01.2022 Although isolation has been lifted, we are still living in a different world where we're more home-bound, and aware when we leave the house about social distancing. Especially during this time, we still need to make time to unwind and have time to ourselves. Unplug you and your family for a time - and make some memories! #interchange interchange.org.au
14.01.2022 Interchange Gippsland - catching up ONLINE! "We have utilised the Zoom program for our YAS participants to catch up with each other and do some really cool activities. We are currently running 31 activities across the week from 9.00am 5.00pm. Participants are able to join in activities such as:... Music Mayhem Literacy & numeracy Arts & crafts Reading Exercise Bowling Learning a new language Karaoke Cooking and lots more! Additionally, cooking will be offered 3 days a week and ingredients will be emailed out every Monday so that you have the supplies you need." If you would like to join in on the fun, contact the Interchange Gippsland office on 1300 736 765 and their staff can help you get involved!!
12.01.2022 Volunteering with Interchange Outer East! Interchange Outer Easts volunteer orientation is now ONLINE! To celebrate and get to know some of our new volunteers better we ran our second vollie orientation on Wednesday with great success! Missing the technical difficulties of the first session, we had 5 volunteers plough through two hours of content and ensure they are ready to volunteer once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted! Welcome to the team! Fridays Games Night with Interc...hange Outer East: "One of the best things about volunteering at IOE is our vollie culture! Friday night had us playing traditional camp games such as Mafia, Nine Squares and the Party Game all over Zoom. These games have been around for as long as IOE has, with volunteers around who have solved the tricks and patterns and others on the journey there, volunteer games are the best way to wind down and get to know your peers!" Volunteer now at your closest Interchange agency and enjoy meeting new people and making a positive impact on your community. https://www.interchange.org.au/volunteers/volunteer-enquiry/
12.01.2022 Thank you ABC iView! In the award winning series "You Can't Ask That", this episode asks blind people the awkward, inappropriate or uncomfortable questions you've always wanted to know the answers to, but never had the guts to ask. This episode contains Audio Descriptions for the visually impaired. https://ab.co/38UGoVk
11.01.2022 So much uncertainty right now in Victoria makes it hard to know what we're meant to be doing. It's difficult to be self-distancing and isolating when needed at the moment, but remember we are doing it for the greater good to #stopthespread! Victoria thanks you!
11.01.2022 Living with a disability doesn't stop you from volunteering and giving back to the community! This brief video shows how Mark used volunteering experience to move into employment. Happy National Student Volunteer Week 2020! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBpp-jaxslo
10.01.2022 Visit our NEW facebook page for a chance to win great prizes! https://www.facebook.com/InterchangeNetworkAus
09.01.2022 A beautiful story from Gateways Support Services - one of our Interchange Member Agencies: "As we were getting ready to pack up for the evening, one of the participants (Sam) said to me, 'I have drawn your portrait'... l was wearing a grey jumper with black patterns on it. The picture of my jumper was perfect in its detail. This brought me to tears - as it was my birthday the next day - Sam wrote on the picture 'to Dy from Sam'. Words can not say how much this picture meant t...o me, l will treasure this picture forever." Diana is one of Gateways many dedicated and passionate volunteers . Studying a Certificate IV in Disability work and currently completing her work placement with Gateways, she has been gaining valuable experience by participating in our weekly recreation activities, whilst being well supported by our wonderful staff. Diana says she is learning bucket-loads and has created some unforgettable memories! Inquire today about Volunteer opportunities within our network of member agencies - and change a life today. https://www.interchange.org.au/volunteers/volunteer-enquiry/
08.01.2022 Visit interchange.org.au to read about the great work being done in the disability sector by our member agencies. #interchange
08.01.2022 Visit and follow our NEW facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/InterchangeNetworkAus We’ve refreshed our brand, commitment and purpose as Interchange Network to support and promote the communities in which we live!
08.01.2022 Now Stage 4 restrictions are a part of life, we all have to do our best to follow the new restrictions. These include but are not limited to: - a new curfew from 8pm - 5am - staying within 5km of your home for purposes of shopping or exercise - (where possible) shopping should only be done by one member of the household per day... Together we will get through this tough time. Be kind to yourselves and each other, and make sure you are looking after your mental health by spending time outside each day. We'll get there, Victoria!
07.01.2022 Freemasons Victoria, who generously fund the Interchange Outer East Siblings Support Program, are running a raffle to raise money for the program. The major prize is a Thermomix, plus a professional in-home demonstration valued at over $2,000! Limited tickets = more chance of winning!... Every $10 ticket sold is $10 directly to the Interchange Outer East Sibling Support Program. Our Sibs program provides a safe and supportive space for the brothers and sisters of children with disabilities living in Melbournes outer east to be themselves, feel valued, supported and make friends with other kids who understand. Get your tickets here: www.rafflelink.com.au/siblingssupport2020
06.01.2022 During National Volunteer Week, a great article about the amazing work Interchange Illawarra are doing during this period of social distancing and isolation. Interchange Illawarra teamed up with a local cafe, to deliver boxes of sausage rolls, cupcakes and scones to registered families in the area as part of the Parent & Carer Well-being Program. The families then took part in a group "High Tea" via Zoom - providing the families an opportunity to connect with each other ev...en while in their own homes! Well done to the staff at Interchange Illawarra for providing families with such a fun (and safe) way to create connections and keep connections alive during COVID-19. Read their story here: https://bit.ly/2WNAin3
05.01.2022 Another wonderful story of online connection - this time with our Carers. Moira, an Interchange agency based in Scoresby, are running virtual art groups for carers on Fridays at 11am-12pm until June 5th at this stage. These sessions are facilitated by a qualified Art Therapist who gives participants the opportunity to reflect on and share their experiences while representing these experiences through the creation of a piece of art. Not good at art?... Dont worry! The benefits lie in the process not the art itself. The images show some of the amazing artwork created in one of the sessions. Each week is a different activity and theme and gives carers an opportunity to attend when they can. Participants stated "I have attended the MOIRA art group previously and was a little hesitant to try it online but it ended up being a great opportunity to reflect, connect and take some time out I have found this period of isolation very challenging. Thank you for continuing to support the Mental Health of Carers it means the World to us!!!! To find out more please email [email protected]
05.01.2022 Everyone is unique and has their own traits, looks, language, skills, etc. There is no 'normal'. Just because a person has a mobility, learning or speech difference doesn't mean they are not normal or healthy. Volunteer with us to celebrate all things individual! https://www.interchange.org.au/volunteers/volunteer-enquiry/
05.01.2022 The Interchange Inner East Lego program is a GO! Starting from the 22nd June, Building Connections will run as a FREE structured online Lego group, under the guidance of a high-skilled Building Connections lead worker who also just happens to LOVE Lego! Contact [email protected] for more information, and enjoy building!
03.01.2022 Being a student or job-seeker with a disability can have it's challenges, but as with everything - nothing is impossible, you just need to find the resources that will help. The link below from the Australian Network on Disability goes through programs they run and links to other organisations that can help students move from study to employment. AND offers both an internship and mentoring program, and this page is a wealth of information. Happy reading!... https://www.and.org.au//information-for-jobseekers-with-di
03.01.2022 National Volunteer Week is a great time to think about the important roles our Volunteers play within their communities. Check out our fabulous YouTube channel - with some great 30 second videos on the importance for people with disability to have access to volunteers. Well worth a watch! Check it out now!... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg8gy8bIR9d8Ce3jhb-Q2jw See more
02.01.2022 Interchange Outer East LEGO CLUB and REACTIONS continuing online in term 3! Their popular weekly programs Online Lego Club and Reactions are continuing online in term three for people of all ages! ... Free trials are available for both programs. Click links below for more details: Online Lego Club: Tuesday and Thursday afternoons Reactions: Performance, music and movement group. Wednesday afternoons. To enquire about Online Lego Club or Reactions, contact Fiona at Interchange Outer East [email protected] or 9758 5522 Enjoy creating!!
02.01.2022 This page will soon be closing and we don't want to say goodbye so visit our new facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/InterchangeNetworkAus
02.01.2022 In our 40 year history we have grown into an organisation that is looking at the family unit as a whole. Many of our agencies are starting siblings and carer programs - why not look into what support is available to you? Contact your local Interchange agency now! https://interchange.org.au/find-agency/
01.01.2022 We're all in this together! Keep in touch with your community and friends, they are in the same situation and can keep you feeling connected.
