KRS- Kempsey Regional Support in West Kempsey | Non-profit organisation

KRS- Kempsey Regional Support

Locality: West Kempsey

Phone: +61 2 6561 8300

Address: 72 Elbow Street 2440 West Kempsey, NSW, Australia

Website: http://krs.org.au

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25.01.2022 We are passionate about supporting people with disabilities to find the ideal place to live in shared, supported independent living. We currently have a vacancy at Nelson Bay. This home is single story and located on a quiet street for relaxed, seaside living. The home is close to the beautiful Nelson Bay Marina with excellent amenities including public transport, medical facilities, shops and restaurants! For more information on this and other vacancies in Sydney, the Hunter Valley and the Mid North Coast regions visit https://bit.ly/2ZXwO1G

22.01.2022 The United Nations declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) was adopted by the General Assembly on this day in September 2007. Today the declaration is the most comprehensive international instrument on the rights of Indigenous Peoples. It establishes a universal framework of minimum standards for the survival, dignity, and well-being of the Indigenous peoples of the world and it elaborates on existing human rights standards and fundamental freedoms as they apply to the specific situation of Indigenous peoples. Read More here: https://www.un.org//declaration-on-the-rights-of-indigenou

22.01.2022 It can be hard for anyone to reach out in tough times so make sure we’re connecting more, having a yarn, or just being there for each other. If you're worried a...bout how you or someone close to you is dealing with stress, call 1800 512 348 to speak with someone who can help or visit: www.nsw.gov.au//your-mental-health-and-wel/covid-19-mental #keepourmobsafe #onepoint5

21.01.2022 A new range of inclusive Dolls have launched at Kmart. The dolls reflect different disabilities for more inclusive play. Click here to learn more: https://7news.com.au//kmart-praised-over-new-range-of-doll

14.01.2022 We have had a gardening project running recently where participants have been potting succulents. We would love to continue this project and would be appreciative of any donations of seedling pots or succulents. Donations can be dropped off at the Kempsey office at 72-74 Elbow St. Due to social distancing requirements, please phone the office on 6561 8300 to organise drop off.

14.01.2022 Have your say and connect with others. Registrations are open for the inaugural National Youth Disability Summit. The summit is an opportunity for young people ...with a disability to come together to discuss their experiences and ask questions about what is important to them. The summit will take place online making it accessible to all youth no matter where they are. Over 5 days, the youth-led national summit will discuss key themes, including: education, employment, mental health, the NDIS and housing and inclusion. Tap to register: https://bit.ly/3iUgl6h

13.01.2022 Today is International Day of Sign Languages. According to the World Federation of the Deaf, there are approximately 72 million deaf people worldwide. More than 80% of them live in developing countries. Collectively, they use more than 300 different sign languages. Today aims to raise awareness of the importance of sign language in the full realisation of the human rights of people who are deaf. #IDSL2020 #SLEveryone #GlobalLeadersChallenge

08.01.2022 Join us for this Global Accessibility Awareness Day.

05.01.2022 Dr Jordan Nguyen is an Aussie biomedical engineer whose mind and eye controlled inventions are revolutionising the lives of people with disabilities. But it's his virtual reality program that allows people to connect with loved ones after they die that's truly mind blowing.

03.01.2022 One of our Support Workers, Jasmin, is running a marathon to raise funds for the Heart Foundation! Jasmin will be running a marathon during the month of October to help raise funds for lifesaving heart disease research. Good luck Jasmin! https://www.mymarathon.com.au/fundr/jasminmorris/mymarathon

02.01.2022 A new disability podcast has launched! While Ainslee Hooper Consulting has been hard at work helping businesses create inclusive accessibility practices she's a...lso found time to launch a podcast! On 'Ainslee Hooper Chats with...' she interviews people with disability and breaks down important topics. The first podcast episode is with Autistic & non-binary Advocate Yenn Purkis Neurodiversity page Tap to listen: https://bit.ly/2DVHfM6

02.01.2022 Choose Art is your Australian accessible arts directory The website is designed for and by people with a disability to explore accessible arts programs, oppo...rtunities and events near you. Tap for more: https://bit.ly/3b4yZpt Learn more about including art as one of your goals https://bit.ly/2QguvS5