Resourcing Inclusive Communities in Hornsby, New South Wales | Community organisation

Resourcing Inclusive Communities

Locality: Hornsby, New South Wales

Phone: +61 1800 774 764

Address: 704, 88-90 George Street 2077 Hornsby, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.ric.org.au/

Likes: 504

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Community organisation

29.04.2022 Having a clear vision is the first step towards achieving a Good Life. For many of us, our vision is made of typical things that are expected and assumed. But a person with disability is usually offered non-typical, and limited life experiences.... A positive vision that is not disability-focused is important for a person with disability and their family because it; - Provides clear direction - Reminds us of the big picture - Helps with decision making - Can be shared with others (to support the journey) As one of the parents we work with said: If you/your family member don’t have a vision, then someone else will make up their own for you What is your vision? #PositiveVision #Inclusion #LivingTheGoodLife

18.04.2022 REGISTER NOW: My Home My Way - Online Workshop Two part workshop: Monday 21 Feb + Monday 28 Feb 10am-1pm... This workshop will give an extensive introduction on how to support an individualised living arrangement for a person with disability. You'll hear stories about people living in their own home with a range of supports We help you brainstorm ideas on As a person with disability, what does it mean to have your own home? Options for housing and creative supports Strategies to address your fears We will also have parent guest speakers sharing their experience. This is a paid event for NSW residents only - $50 for people with disability and families*; $75 for professionals. *If cost is a barrier, we encourage you to contact us to discuss options. Can't make it? There's another workshop on Fridays 4 and 11 March 1-4pm. To choose your workshop and register, go to https://www.ric.org.au/events/

29.03.2022 Getting a job after leaving school is a rite of passage for many young people. It should be no different for young people with disability. The School to Work Project inspires and equips students with disability through the support of families to seek meaningful, paid employment in the community.... Get tips and strategies to support the young person in your life into real work - come to our School to Work Workshop next Wednesday, 23 February: https://www.ric.org.au/even/view/stow-workshop-online-feb22 Whatever your ability, job opportunities are out there. School to Work equips you to find them.

14.03.2022 More than five years have passed since Adam moved out of his family home and into his shared house. The move and the model have been a great success. Adam loves his home and having independence from his family, and wouldn’t have it any other way. He has grown in leaps and bounds and improved his social skill development, communication, and ability to do household chores. Adam is a recognised and valued member of the Bondi Junction community known and loved by neighbours, b...aristas, waiters, bank tellers, checkout personnel, store staff and market stall holders. There have been many parties, dinners, gatherings and celebrations at the house, which Adam has proudly hosted and joyously taken part in. (From the blog Adam moves out) Moving into a home of your own, like Adam did, is a typical aspiration for everyone. If you want to move into a home of your own, or are a family member or friend who wants to support someone with disability to make the move, then our "My Home, My Way" online workshop is for you. We have two workshops coming up: OPTION 1: 2 x Monday mornings 10am - 1pm Part 1: Monday 21 February Part 2: Monday 28 February OPTION 2: 2 x Friday afternoons 1pm - 4pm Part 1: Friday 4 March Part 2: Friday 11 March Find out more and register: https://www.ric.org.au/events/

22.02.2022 When Karim was young, his mum Sylvana spent a lot of time worrying about his future. Once she started focusing on Karim's strengths, and nurturing them, he started to achieve amazing things. Karim is now 28 and passionate about his micro-business, which raises awareness of disability in the community through a show called Karim's Mojo Disco. Watch Karim's story and see his Mojo Disco in action here: ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UiDHQZ5Y5m0

12.02.2022 This week we feature step 6 from "Seven Steps to Self-Direction", our guide for working in self-directed support arrangements. Step 6: Solve problems quickly, locally and creatively Life is messy and, despite the best efforts of everyone, problems arise. Acting quickly, creatively and locally can avoid problems escalating or reoccurring.... Some problems for people with disability are complex and difficult. A good question to ask is; what will it take to? The answer will identify the next positive step that can be taken within this complexity. Problem solving is a skill that improves over time. Support networks who have learnt to support the person well and have built a relationship of trust use their discernment, confront difficult matters thoughtfully and seek opportunities to continue their learning. To learn more, download our "Seven Steps to Self Direction" booklet: http://bit.ly/seven_steps_book #SelfManagement #Inclusion #ProblemSolving

29.01.2022 *NEW Webinar* NDIS Plans: Making the most of a Young Person’s Employment Supports - Tuesday, 15 February 10-11.30am How do I build in flexibility to make the plan work for the young person? What are the benefits of self managing vs plan managing? This free webinar aims to help families unpack the NDIS employment options so they can creatively support their family member in making the most of their employment goals. It will include tips from a family leader who has experience... navigating the NDIS for the young person in their life. We will cover: - Creatively using NDIS employment supports - Matching the young person’s vision and goals to the right supports - Strategies for employment options in the planning meeting This webinar is for parents and families of current secondary school students and those who have left school in recent years. Register here: https://familyadvocacy.formstack.com//stow_webinar_ndis_su

12.01.2022 My Home My Way online workshops - back by popular demand Moving into a home of your own is a typical aspiration for everyone. Do you want to learn more about creating a home of your own where you are in control? Are you a family member or friend who wants to support someone to live in a home of their own?... Then the "My Home, My Way" online workshop is for you. This 2-part, interactive online workshop is an introduction on creating a home for a person with disability. Through the journey of others, we explore individualised and innovative ways that people with disability have created their own home, while getting the support they need. Mondays 21 and 28 February, 10am-1pm Register here: https://familyadvocacy.formstack.com/fo/mhmw_online_feb2022 OR Fridays 4 and 11 March, 1-4pm https://familyadvocacy.formstack.com//mhmw_online_march2022 Cost: $50/$75

03.01.2022 Imagining Work - Getting Started in Years 7 & 8 webinar - there is still time to register for this Friday 4 February 10-11am! Employment opportunities are available for ALL people regardless of their disability, and it is never too early to start exploring and imagining the possibilities. Our popular webinars for parents, family members, educators and allies of students with disability in Years 7 and 8 are running again this month. These introductory webinars cover:... Developing a vision Strengths, passions, interests The value of community connections Register here for Part 1, Getting Started, Friday 4 February 10-11am https://familyadvocacy.formstack.com//stow_webinar_years_7 Register here for Part 2, The Next Steps, Friday 11 February 10-11am https://familyadvocacy.formstack.com//stow_webinar_years_7

24.12.2021 We are thrilled to see that a person with disability was named Australian of the Year 2022. Congratulations Dylan Alcott! Among the many matters he covered in his acceptance speech, was this valuable advice: Always have high expectations of people with disability. "My advice is to you, non-disabled people. It's time for you to challenge your unconscious biases, leave your negative perceptions at the door and lift your expectation of what you think people with disability can ...do. Because it's always more than you think. You can view/read his powerful speech here: https://www.abc.net.au//dylan-alcott-australian-/100783308

21.12.2021 It’s quite common for people with disability to find themselves in a situation that is 'sort of' like real life, but not quite. For instance, a disability specific football or sports club. Or kicking a goal in the backyard. In some cases, the possibility of the person participating in community sports is ruled out altogether. A great antidote for this kind of "default" thinking is to think typically. Asking questions like 'how would anyone else get something done? Or ‘how wo...uld anyone else approach this experience? Thinking like this, rather than focusing on the disability, can create a path for people with disability to have a life just like anyone else's. For example, if someone has a passion to play football then typically they would find a local football club, attend trainings, participate in matches, and be involved in the wider activities of the club such as social events/volunteering. This is just what Alex, featured in this video, did: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYFr2T1qAHc Learn more about thinking typically and achieving the good life for your family member with disability in our Creating an Inclusive Life workshop on 10 and 17 February, 9.30-11.30am. Register here: https://bit.ly/3rI27eS #CommunityInclusion #Inclusion #TheGoodLife

02.12.2021 You asked, we're delivering! Parents who attended our School to Work webinars and workshops asked for more information on work experience opportunities through school, and NDIS employment options. So we're launching two new FREE webinars in February: Accessing work experience through school - Wednesday 2 February 10-11.30am... NDIS Plans: Making the most of a Young Person’s Employment Supports - Tuesday, 15 February 10-11.30am We are also re-running our regular webinars, back by popular demand: Imagining Work - for Years 7 and 8 - Getting Started, Friday 4 February 10-11am - The Next Steps, Friday 11 February 10-11am Discovering work - for Years 9 and 10 - Getting Started, Friday 18 February 10-11am - The Next Steps, Friday 25 February 10-11am To read what's covered in each webinar and to register, go to https://www.ric.org.au/events/ #Webinars #SchoolToWork #DisabilityEmployment

22.11.2021 The NDIA has recently published the ‘Improving Support Coordination for NDIS Participants’ paper. The paper outlines the outcomes from reviewing the current support coordination model. Support coordination is important in helping people to make the most of their #NDIS plans and to pursue their goals. The paper clarifies the role of support coordinator and sets out what the NDIA is going to do over the next two years to deliver a Scheme that meets participants’ expectations. For more details and to download the paper, go to https://www.ndis.gov.au//improving-support-coordination-pa

09.11.2021 Many Australians with disability who live in their own home are thriving, according to research https://bit.ly/3JdiXtJ People with disability should not have to - live with other people with disability, or - live with people they haven't chosen to share their home with.... If you’re thinking of exploring ways to create your own home, and would like to talk through your ideas with someone, reach out to us on 1800 774 764 or (02) 9869 7753