ParaQuad Association of Tasmania Inc. in Glenorchy, Tasmania, Australia | Disability service

ParaQuad Association of Tasmania Inc.

Locality: Glenorchy, Tasmania, Australia

Phone: +61 3 6272 8816

Address: 26-28 Tolosa Street 7010 Glenorchy, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.paraquadtas.org.au

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25.01.2022 Did you know? That continence affects close to 5 million Australians? ParaQuad Tasmania are proud to partner with CareForward in the provision of Continence assessments, and in the restoration of quality of life. In addition, ParaQuad HealthCare is a Registered NDIS provider, and supply consumables and personal care items direct to the public through their store at Moonah, or through their online store at: https://www.pqhealthcare.com.au Contact Donna today (03) 6228 9500 to find out more about how we can fulfil your NDIS package requirements, and support your involvement in an active and fulfilling life. #accessibilityequalsopportunity #sciawareness #spinalcordinjuryawareness #stayingwell #preventioniscure #continenceassessment #careforward

25.01.2022 Did you know? That across Australia 20% of spinal cord injuries each year are from high level falls? This includes extreme sports such as abseiling and ski jumping, from ladders, scaffolding, bridges and buildings, and from trees, roofs and steps. A lot of us enjoy living an active life, and its important to consider returning to an active and healthy life following rehab post injury. ParaQuad Tasmania run a Physical Disability Sports Tasmania program (PdST) which includes s...ports such as Wheelchair Aussie Rules and Boccia, and also links in with other sporting providers for activities such as wheelchair tennis. Getting started in an active and healthy lifestyle again is as easy as getting in touch. Please contact our Sports Development Coordinator Kevin to get involved @ [email protected] Further information can be obtained @ https://www.pdstasmania.org/sports #accessibilityequalsopportunity #sciawareness #spinalcordinjuryawareness #stayingwell #preventioniscure #wheelchairsports #inclusivesports #disabilitysports #wheelchairaussierules #tassiegram See more

24.01.2022 Opportunities for BOCCIA coach Boccia Australia would like you to consider the following opportunities offered by either Boccia Australia or our international federation BISFed. We are excited to have our Level 1 coach accreditation course available next month. It is a combination of on-line and face-to-face work (which could be adapted into zoom sessions). BISFed has developed two virtual workshops open to all boccia coaches. The BISFed workshops are aimed at all coaches thr...Continue reading

23.01.2022 Hi all, I am part of a not-for-profit organisation Outside the Box - Earth Arts Rights along with friends Tracey, Lynda and Robin and we have been involved in a project to publish a childrens book by a local Tasmanian writer Janelle McMillan called Rafting: A wheelchair wont stop us. Janelle has cerebral palsy and describes herself as non-verbal and her book aims to encourage discussion about inclusion and participation in schools and the broader community. The book is a...ccompanied by a film and a set of Teachers Notes full of ideas about how teachers can use the book to link to school curriculum areas. The film (with captions) and Teachers Notes can be seen on our website at https://www.outsidethebox.org.au A free copy of the book and Teachers Notes were sent to every school in Tasmania in August and copies of the book can be purchaced online from Fullers Bookshop at: https://shop.fullersbookshop.com.au The film was created by Lara van Raay from Small World Documentaries and has been entered in this years Focus on Ability film festival and we are hoping you might support the project by voting for the film. Please visit: https://www.focusonability.com.au/FOA/filmCategories.html and go to the category of the Open Entrant - Documentaries and vote for Lara van Raays film called "See me as a person before you see my disability. You will need to fill out a voting info box and then confirm your vote when you receive an e mail. Voting opens on the 15th of September until the 21st of September. If you have children or are connected to a school you might want to also encourage use of the resources. Thank you, Michael Small Outside the Box - Earth Arts Rights With thanks for the financial support of Hobart City Council, Bellendena Small Grants and Elise Archer

23.01.2022 Walk In My Shoes, Ride In My Wheels Thursday 3rd December Glenorchy City Council Grounds Between 11am and 2pm... People can celebrate International Day of People with Disabilities by joining in the festivities and hearing the stories and experiences of local people with all abilities in Glenorchy on Thursday 3 December. Members of the Glenorchy Access Advisory Committee, with the support of local service providers and Glenorchy City Council, will be hosting a range of activities including a conversation café, adaptive sports, disability awareness activities, barbecue and coffee van. The event, ‘Walk in my shoes, ride in my wheels’, will be part of a series of initiatives across southern Tasmania that will be happening simultaneously to mark the day.

23.01.2022 Morning Tea and Information Session What is Your Story Disability Legal Service? Tasmania Legal Aid Your Story Disability Legal Service is for people with disability, families, carers, supporters and advocates who want to share their personal experiences with the Disability Royal Commission. Lawyers from Tasmania Legal Aid and the Tasmanian Aboriginal Legal Service will be on hand to share information, listen to you and provide advice. https://yourstorydisabilitylegal.org.au/Home

22.01.2022 Rising Phoenix Story - Official Trailer

22.01.2022 Did you know? That spinal cord injuries arent only from a traumatic accident, but can also be from illness or disease. The mean age for non-traumatic injuries is 58. Sometimes the rehabilitation process can seem extensive, and when you reside in a rural or remote area it can seem difficult to navigate the family supports during this time. ParaQuad Tasmania own and manage the Glenn Moore Units at Glenorchy, which are two bedroom completely accessible units designed to meet ...the needs of people and their families or carers visiting the Hobart or Southern Tasmania area for a variety of reasons, including medical appointments, holidays or respite. The Glenn Moore Units feature: Ceiling Hoists Free Onsite Parking Easy Access Bathrooms Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning Large Open Plan Living Areas Smoke Free Linen Supplied Only 15 minutes from the Hobart waterfront & CBD, and 10 minutes from MONA. Check out our video to see for yourself the spacious rooms and purpose built facilities, and contact us today: (03) 6272 8816 or @ [email protected] to book your next stay. #accessibilityequalsopportunity #sciawareness #spinalcordinjuryawareness #stayingwell #preventioniscure #accessibleaccomodationtasmania #accessibleaccomodation #tassiegram #makeyourselfathome #seetasmania #discovertasmania #accessibletasmania

22.01.2022 Days before ball up to start Wheelchair Aussie Rules on the North West Coast of Tasmania. You Can Play on Wednesday 11th November 2020 6.30 -8.00 Ulverstone Sp...ort and Leisure Centre 2 Flora St West Ulverstone Wheelchairs Supplied FREE Event Contact ParaQuad Tasmania for more information. Email: [email protected] See more

21.01.2022 https://www.gcc.tas.gov.au/commu/glenorchy-community-awards

21.01.2022 Have you noticed lately how MEDIA influences peoples behaviour and beliefs?? La Trobe University is seeking volunteers to be part of a study looking at HOW MEDIA PORTRAYS SCI. If youre interested, please contact Leanne Rees for more information: [email protected] or Ph: (03) 94792724

20.01.2022 Health Consumers Tasmania will be conducting some feedback sessions over the coming weeks and would really value your input. Please see Health Consumers Tasmania group discussion times as listed.

20.01.2022 Recently we were excited to hear about a newly released book written by Col Mackereth, titled Yesterday Today Tomorrow, which is based upon Cols lifes experiences since sustaining a spinal cord injury at 18. Col is from Queensland and a Peer Support Officer with Spinal Life Australia. His book can be purchased in paperback or for Kindle, by emailing him directly at: [email protected], or by visiting:

19.01.2022 My name is Chloe Bryant and I am a PhD Candidate at the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. As part of my PhD research, I am seeking any health professionals who work/have previously worked with people with a spinal cord injury to complete a survey. Why we are doing this study? The aim of this study is to understand current practice which addresses sexuality after a spinal cord injury. If you choose to participate, the survey involves answering questions about th...e service setting in which you work/worked, who provides sexuality support and whether various interventions/treatments are provided. You are eligible to participate if you are a: Health professional working with people with spinal cord injuries in acute care, rehabilitation (inpatient), transitional care, outpatient or in the community in Australia Health professional who has worked with people with spinal cord injuries in acute, inpatient, transitional, outpatient or community settings within the last 10 years.

17.01.2022 Australia is currently in the midst of an unprecedented emergency with the COVID-19 pandemic, following the summer bushfire crisis. People with disability can be severely affected by emergencies and may be at a higher risk of experiencing violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation at these times. The purpose of this Issues Paper is to invite information from the public on emergency planning and response. The issues paper asks 11 questions to help people and organisations to p...rovide responses. The paper is available in Easy Read, PDF and DOCX and can be accessed at the below link: https://disability.royalcommission.gov.au//emergency-plann Submissions close 17 July.

17.01.2022 Communities, Sport and Recreation would like to hear your views on the multi-purpose rooms that are to be developed as a part of the New Indoor Multi-sports Facility at Glenorchy. The State Government is developing this new affordable, accessible and inclusive indoor multi-sports facility for use by the whole community. However, while the indoor court spaces are being designed primarily for use by targeted grassroot community sports, the facility’s multi-purpose rooms are aiming to cater for broader community use. This survey seeks your views about the potential uses, fit-out requirements and management strategies applicable to the facility’s multi-purpose rooms.

17.01.2022 Media release July 2020. Hi folks, hope you are all healthy & safe during the current health scenario. Disabled Surfers Association is now gearing up for the upcoming DSA Level 1 Training day followed by an Invitational Event to be held at Clifton Beach on Saturday February 13th, 2021.... A massive thank you to the Westpac Foundation & the Foundation of Rural & Regional Renewals ( FRRR ) through a grant application placed by the Disabled Surfers Association Mornington Peninsula Branch which will facilitate the costs of this project. DSA Tasmania will be assisted by the Mornington crew & DSAA for the first two seasons as part of the DSA Satellite Assistance Procedure which has worked extremely successful for the last two branch creation within the DSA program. The Westpac Foundation / FRRR grant will assist in transport & training expenses & facilitate an avenue to also deliver specialised equipment to Tasmania on that date which will give DSA Tasmania a great start up package. The success of DSA Tasmania relies heavily on the commitment of volunteers, so DSA is seeking anyone interested in volunteering at this point for three to four hours in February to come along to Clifton Beach to have some Fun in the Sun while putting Smiles on Dials of some of your community disabled members. Check out the new facebook page: Disabled Surfers Association Tasmania. Obviously the current health scenario will be monitored closely & all plans are subject to change depending on State & Regional restrictions. If you are interested in attending the Training Program / Event as a volunteer, please email Daffy: [email protected] or phone our Tassie Co-ordinator Ian Brettingham Moore ph. 0419 599 851 to register. To Register in the Invitational Event as a Participant, please email Daffy. The Invitational event will cater for 25 participants only, so register early to secure your position. We already have one registration!!!!! Look forward to catching with you all in February 2021. Regards, Daffy Chisholm Disabled Surfers Association Honorary National Secretary Email: [email protected] Phone: 0458 690 455

17.01.2022 Disability Voices Tasmania Broadcasting Your Voice Project

17.01.2022 NDIS Sessional Presenters Needed Since COVID hit, demand for our NDIS online courses has sky-rocketed. So DSC is now on the hunt for great people to help us out and present some of our fabulous online training. Its well paid part-time contractor work that ranges from 45 minute webinars to 2 day workshops. And yep, you can make it fit your lifestyle.... We are looking for presenters that are passionate about the detail of specific NDIS areas from Support Coordination to SIL, from ILO to QSF. Check our training offerings for more examples: https://training.teamdsc.com.au/ Application Process You must have detailed expertise in a key area and the ability to present really well online. Email your CV to: [email protected] Please include a cover letter that shows us that you understand what matters most at DSC, and why you are a perfect fit for this work. Applications from people with disability are most welcome! DSCs Values We work with, not for. We focus on what works best. We are real people and we respect that you are too. We challenge what needs to change.

17.01.2022 Check Out The Wheelie Good Guide to Tasmania! ParaQuad Tasmania are strong advocates for people with a Spinal Cord Injury and their families continuing to enjoy quality of life, and living an adventurous life. We support this by facilitating a tourism service on accessible accommodation, activities and places in Tasmania. Check out the Wheelie Good Guide to Tasmania today @ https://www.wheeliegoodguide.com.au to find out more, and contact us on: (03) 6272 8816 or [email protected] to let us know of any other places we should add! #accessibilityequalsopportunity

16.01.2022 R U OK?Day is Thursday 10 September and this years message is Theres more to say after R U OK?. Learn what to say next so you can have a conversation that could change, or even save, a life. Visit www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day #theresmoretosay

15.01.2022 Volunteering Tasmania Become a Volunteer! Join Volunteering Tasmania For An Online Volunteer Information Session to Find Out More

14.01.2022 Did you know? That if someone acquires a spinal cord injury, either through traumatic or non-traumatic means, that rehabilitation is undertaken in the spinal injury units in Melbourne Hospitals. Transitioning back to Tasmania after four to twelve months of rehabilitation can be a daunting process. ParaQuad Tasmania have established the Propel Peer Coaching program (with financial support from the National Disability Insurance Agency) to ensure we can address this need. Prope...l Peer Coaches are available to meet in person or via video link / phone call, and are located across the state. To find out more, contact Rhonda @ [email protected] or more information available here: https://www.paraquadtas.org.au/programs #accessibilityequalsopportunity #sciawareness #spinalcordinjuryawareness #stayingwell #preventioniscure #propelpeercoaching #tassiegram #peersupport #resiliency #connectioniskey See more

14.01.2022 We Need to Talk About Ableism What I wish you knew about ableism - ABC Life Ableism is the favouring of able neurotypical people and exclusion and devaluation of disabled and neurodivergent bodies, Ellen Fraser-Barbour writes.(ABC Life: Luke Tribe)

13.01.2022 For your information/consideration: The Tasmanian Community Achievement Awards are designed to encourage, acknowledge and reward the valuable contributions individuals, communities and businesses are making throughout Tasmania. Do you know a hard working individual, business or organisation who deserves to be recognised for their efforts? We would love for you to enter them into the Awards!... There are a number of categories open, such as the Disability Achievement Award, Physical Activity Award, and the Employer Excellence in Aged Care Award, just to name a few. The Awards are free to enter, all you need to do is click here to get started. Want to recognise someone but dont have the time? No problem, we are more than willing to help! Simply Refer Someone to us - It takes only 2 minutes to complete the form and our team does the rest! Well get in contact with them and have them complete the official nomination form. Its that easy! Great prizes are up for grabs! Winners will be presented with either $1,000 from Bentleys Advisors, Accountants, Auditors or a Southern Cross Austereo Airtime package, along with a trophy. Plus, we will send out a media release to each of the nominees local papers encouraging them to write a story, and every nominee will receive a certificate of achievement! To find out more about the Awards, and view the full list of categories open for nominations, please see our website. Nominations close Wednesday 22nd July 2020.

13.01.2022 Change Your Impact 2021 Register now! Make your presence felt. Be the changemaker. Change Your Impact is an experiential leadership course which provides you with wrap-around support to grow as a leader in the workplace. Now running for the third consecutive year, the course is designed to introduce you to strategic thinking and application through an advocacy and change framework. As a program participant, you’ll be partnered up with a mentor to help facilitate and support y...our learning. In addition, the program consists of regular Community of Practice sessions which provide an opportunity to reflect on what you’ve learned and connect with other participants. Find out more and register for the 2021 program! The program will be peer facilitated by Bridget Delaney (TasCOSS) with guest facilitators Nic McBride, Simone Zell and Dr Charlie Burton. With duel method delivery, the program is presented mostly online with the opportunity to connect in-person for the first and last workshop. Interested in becoming a Change Your Impact 2021 mentor? Register your interest today! Mentors will provide support for the participants and meet with them regularly throughout the program. The mentor program will be facilitated by Simone Zell (TasCOSS) with support from Bridget Delaney. Cost: TasCOSS Members: $638 (incl. GST) Non-Members: $1,089 (incl. GST) Not a TasCOSS Member? Find out more about TasCOSS Member Benefits. Registration closes 5pm, Thursday 25 March 2021. For more information, please contact Bridget Delaney, Community Sector Development Officer, on (03) 6169 9506 or email Bridget.

12.01.2022 New research reveals strategies for global disability inclusion The study, called Towards a Disability-Smart World: Developing a global disability inclusion strategy, was conducted by Business Disability Forum in partnership with energy company Royal Dutch Shell. It draws on evidence and case studies from the experience of organisations including Shell, Unilever, HSBC, Accenture and Microsoft.

12.01.2022 Did you know? That across Australia 39% of spinal cord injuries each year are from land transport crashes? This includes motorcycles, motor vehicles and cyclists. ParaQuad Tasmania are proud to partner with MAIB to provide an interactive and dynamic education program aimed at increasing awareness for young people on making wise choices on the roads. BodySafe is a free program provided by ParaQuad Tasmania to schools and colleges statewide. The BodySafe Education Program is a...n interactive and dynamic program aimed at students between years 8-12 and is carefully aligned with the Australian Curriculum (Health). The program discusses risk taking behaviours and the prevention of spinal cord injury and physical trauma (such as motorcycle and car accidents or risk-taking decisions). Our presenters who deliver the program have an an acquired spinal cord injury and use their own stories throughout the presentation as a springboard for student engagement, allowing them to critically examine the key issues. Using this approach, our program encourages students to discuss difficult topics, think about their own choices as well as thinking flexibly and developing solutions in a group environment. Standard group sizes are usually approx. 20-30 students. However, our presenters are also able to cater to assemblies and large groups. The program can vary depending on the size of your group, so please speak with us prior to booking in regards to the most suitable group size for your situation and requirements. For further information, including how to sign up your school for this free program please contact ParaQuad Tasmania on: 03 6272 8816 or via email: [email protected] #accessibilityequalsopportunity #maib #sciawareness #sciawareness #spinalcordinjuryawareness #stayingwell #preventioniscure

12.01.2022 Did you know? That today is World SCI Day, and across the globe many are celebrating the message of COVID19: SCI and Staying Well. Heres a great video from Spinal Life Australias Physio Julie Ince on Respiratory Care: Stay tuned over the coming week as we celebrate Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week from Monday 7 September. #worldsciday #sciawareness #spinalcordinjuryawareness #stayingwell #respiratorycare #accessibilityequalsopportunity

11.01.2022 Dance & Roll: Mark it in your diary - Free Zumba session on Thursday 6th August at 6pm (AEST). Join from home and get dancing with us! https://www.facebook.com/danceandroll/videos/802530983618165/

10.01.2022 Stay tuned over the coming week as we celebrate Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week from Monday 7 September. #worldsciday #sciawareness #spinalcordinjuryawareness #stayingwell #respiratorycare #accessibilityequalsopportunity

09.01.2022 Perry Cross Foundation have partnered with LIVIN to deliver a practical, free online education program designed to break the stigma surrounding mental health and promote positive mental health for individuals and teams. The free webinar will be held on Thursday 27 August, commencing at 4:30pm.

08.01.2022 Get Your Ticket to Play and Join a Club Now! Parents of eligible children can apply for two vouchers worth up to $100 each towards club membership at approved activity providers. Children aged 5-17 who are listed on a Centrelink Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card, or who are in Out of Home Care are eligible.... Find out more and apply for a voucher here: https://www.communities.tas.gov.au/ticket-to-play Contact us at [email protected] or on 1800 252 476 for information.

08.01.2022 The Rotary Club of Ulverstone West, Rotaract Club of Central Coast and the Australian Rotary Health will be holding a free Health and Wellbeing Expo on Friday November 6th 2020 from 10:00am to 2:30pm.

07.01.2022 Swirl are offering a free Exercise Treatment Program (14 week strength-based group exercise program) for participants in the North West of Tasmania!

07.01.2022 Inclusive Playground Now Open $42,160 was received from the Tasmanian Community Fund to install play equipment pieces designed to develop children’s physical, social, cognitive and sensory abilities. An additional $6,000 was contributed by the Rotaract Club of Central Coast and $4,000 from the Devonport Rotary Club. Council provided $45,000 towards the project. The inclusive playground became a reality thanks to community members and organisations who approached Council reque...sting installation of all-abilities play equipment. After an assessment to determine the best location for the inclusive playground, the Bluff was chosen due to its high utilisation and existing accessible supporting infrastructure. Mayor Rockliff said, The Bluff playground has always been a popular spot for families to come together and the addition of inclusive play equipment will only enhance that experience. Consultation with key disability stakeholders such as the Association of Children with Disability (Tas), Devonfield Enterprises and the School of Special Education North-west, determined the most suitable equipment to be included in the playground an all-inclusive carousel, tipi spinner with top brace and a hillside with a slide and tunnel. Mayor Rockliff said the installation of this equipment will provide opportunities for children with and without disabilities to play, grow and learn together. The inclusive playground will provide a richer environment for children in the Mersey region, plus visitors to the coast, and offer a space that allows more people to actively participate and engage in the community. I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the project, either through funding or through consultation, for helping to make it a reality.

07.01.2022 Clarence City Council Research Project: Planning Inclusive Communities This research project is around making communities inclusive for all. To do this the Council are wanting to hear from everyone in the community. They want to find out what an inclusive community means and how they can better plan communities for everyone.

05.01.2022 Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week (7th September to 13th September 2020) - Commencing Monday 7th September. Throughout the week, Spinal Life Australia will be sharing stories from their members on what accessibility means to them and improvements that can be made.

05.01.2022 Australian Human Rights has released new guidelines to support the rights of people with disability during the COVID-19 pandemic.

04.01.2022 LATROBE community and surrounds jump on board and help us raise money for Coen. Tables are still available. Share this post and tag your friends.... Let’s get this event booked out and start raising the $55,000 needed for a wheelchair accessible van. All money raised on the night will go towards the Build A Car For Coen Campaign.

03.01.2022 CREATE A SUPPORT CREW TO HELP IN TOUGH TIMES "Grief can leave people devastated, shocked, empty, numb - and often unable to reach out for help. They can appear stuck. Too overwhelmed by the situation they find themselves in to coordinate the care they so desperately need. Gather My Crew provide free, purpose-built technology to help coordinate and roster practical support for Australians doing it tough. You can use their simple and purpose built technology to support someone who is grieving so they do not have to cope alone. "

02.01.2022 Join one of our all inclusive programs now, we welcome all ages, genders and abilities.

01.01.2022 Participant First: Help shape the NDIS The NDIS are seeking nominations from participants, families and carers to help improve our policies, services, templates and more.