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25.01.2022 Support Workers Thembi and Lila took part in our recent Key Word Sign training. This full day workshop is fun and interactive, giving participants fluency in a range of signs that can be put in to practice straight away. Key Word Sign uses natural gesture and signs from Auslan (Australian Sign Language) and has a wide range of benefits for supporting expressive language and comprehension. If you would like to get involved in the next Key Word Sign workshop you can register by visiting: https://www.senses.org.au/workshops-support-groups/ Senses Australia Speech Pathology Australia #SPweek

25.01.2022 That smile says it all!! Client Greg had a big thumbs up for his recent visit to West Australian Reptile Park . Greg was a lot braver than most of us as he enjoyed holding a real live snake Way to go Greg

24.01.2022 R U OK Day is a good reminder to check- in on our mates, family and friends, and ask R U OK? Learn the Key Word Signs to ask R U OK? so that you can talk to people who use #KeyWordSign to communicate. You can download the PDF version of the poster from our friends at Key Word Sign Australia visit: https://kwsa.com.au/r-u-ok-day/

23.01.2022 Have you heard of Video Remote Interpreting (VRI)? Senses uses this technology where an Auslan interpreter may not be able to attend in person. At a recent event in Bunbury, Deafblind Consultant Melissa demonstrated this technology to Stephen Dawson MLC and Senses CEO Lisa Brennan. VRI is supported on standard digital devices (mobile, tablet, laptop) and requires a telehealth or equivalent app. The interpreter listens to the speaker and then translates and facilitates communication via Auslan to the event participants.

23.01.2022 It was great to meet so many people this week at the NDIS Kicking Goals Expo in Merriwa. Our team was there to answer your questions about the NDIS and making the most of your funding. You can learn more about all our services by visiting our website www.senses.org.au

23.01.2022 As the Disability Royal Commission continues, free, independent counselling and advocacy support is available for people with disability, their families and carers. See below for more information

23.01.2022 Client Mark from Busselton has recently achieved his goal of riding 500m. Mark has been supported by the Senses team to regularly perform his bike riding program. We are delighted that Mark has achieved his goal to ride 500m to school with his children Beau and Millie. Congratulations Mark!

22.01.2022 Its Speech Pathology Week and we would love to hear your stories and share them. The theme for Speech Pathology Week in 2020 is: Communicating with confidence! Please comment or send us your stories this could include conversations using: body language, ... natural gesture, facial expression, objects, vocalisation, Key Word Sign, Auslan, deafblind communication methods, pictures, symbols, communication technologies, specialised software, or anything else you have. @SpeechPathAus #SPweek See more

22.01.2022 Speech Pathologist Emily and the adorable Zoe with her mum, Amy, use Key Word Sign while reading Zoes choice of book for the day, Where is Bear?. Speech Pathology Australia #SPweek Senses Australia

22.01.2022 Senses Australia can help you whether you choose to live on your own, live with your family, share your home with other people or live with a host family. Together, we will work out just what you need and want and we can provide you with the assistance you need to meet your goals. To find out more, please visit https://www.senses.org.au/disability-home-care ID: Team Leader Julie and Kim standing in Kim’s kitchen with a chopping board and vegetables. Getting ready to cook homemade burgers.

19.01.2022 Senses Australia client Wendy loves cooking her own homemade meals and has shared her healthy chicken and vegetable soup recipe for you to try at home yourself. We love it let us know how yours turn out.

18.01.2022 Therapy Support Officer Suzanne and a young Senses client enjoy some fun time in the gym on the trampoline. Suzanne communicates the sign for jump in Auslan. Suzanne said I am such a fan of Key Word Sign, you can actually see the expression of someones face change when you sign with them, there is an instant connection. If you would like to like to learn Key Word Signs our next training day takes place 7th Oct at our Edgewater Service Centre. Follow the link to register y...our interest: https://www.senses.org.au/workshops-supp/key-word-sign-2-4/ See more

18.01.2022 Deafblind Consultant Melissa, disability support staff, Dayna and Alison, interpreter Jemma and a number of Senses clients enjoyed a movie event at this years CinefestOz in Busselton. The film, Unsound, featured Deaf actors using Auslan to communicate and open captions were provided specifically for this session. Feedback was that it was a thoroughly enjoyable night especially for those communicating in their first language, Auslan

18.01.2022 How cool is this 13 year old Shane has his very own XFT-G3 FES device. This single channel Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) device sends small electrical impulses to the muscles assisting Shane to lift his toes when walking. With the support of his physiotherapist Abby, Shane has now set a personal goal to use the device to get faster and faster. Now thats a pretty cool piece of technology Shane!!

18.01.2022 Tomorrow is the start of Speech Pathology Week 2020 23-29 August. The theme this year is Communicating with Confidence. Each day Senses Australia teams work diligently with our clients, their families and their networks to assist them to communicate with confidence. The week seeks to promote the speech pathology profession and the work done by speech pathologists with the 1.2 million Australians who have a communication disability. Happy Speech Pathology Week everyone. @SpeechPathAus #SPweek

17.01.2022 You can now add the Aboriginal traditional place to a mailing address. Australia Post were very supportive of the initiative when Rachael McPhail petitioned for it two months ago. https://www.abc.net.au//australia-post-agrees-to/12872484

17.01.2022 Shout out to client Ming for getting stuck into her new goal of running 1km per week. You certainly are keeping Support Worker Jenn on her toes.

17.01.2022 Residents at one of our shared accommodation homes enjoyed the benefits of both music and fitness when Physiotherapist Rachael and Therapy Support Officer Gess hosted their group session via Zoom video conferencing .

16.01.2022 January 4 is World Braille Day. Celebrated on this day because it is Louis Braille’s birthday, the inventor of Braille. His invention of Braille Script opened up a world of possibilities for people who are blind or vision impaired. Thanks to Louis Braille today every person who is blind or vision impaired has a way of experiencing the pleasure and power of reading for themselves. Image Description:... Senses client Chelsea with a big smile, wearing a red top, using both hands to read a recipe in Braille. See more

16.01.2022 Client Zoe, mum Amy, and Speech Pathologist, Emily, got together to begin the trial of an AAC device designed to help people communicate by choosing symbols and having them spoken by the device. Zoe, who already uses Key Word Sign, is preparing to start school next year where she will be able to communicate clearly and confidently with everyone, including those who do not know Key Word Sign. Go Zoe!!

15.01.2022 Senses Clients Eileen, Peter, Boban, Alan, Jennifer and David attended Deafblind West Australians Technology Workshop recently. The session focused on smart devices such as Apple iPhones, iPads, Android phones and tablets. Different APPs were discussed including GPS, banking, Zoom, Transport (Transperth or Swan Taxis) and accessibility APPs like Seeing AI, QR Readers and audio books. Great workshop Deafblind West Australians.

15.01.2022 For the first time in its 60-year history Vogue Australia has featured an original artwork on its cover. Created by Aboriginal artist, spiritual healer and proud Pitjantjatjara woman Betty Muffler. The design titled Ngangkari Ngura - or Healing Country was commissioned by Vogue and gifted to the National Gallery of Australia. National Gallery Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander curators, Kelli Cole and Aidan Hartshorn, convey the story of her extraordinary gift and the collaboration in the article below. https://www.vogue.com.au//news-story/066c0ad77916903b7467a

15.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all the wonderful dads out there!

14.01.2022 Dont miss out. Wildflower sensations for the vision-impaired. Join the group for a guided walk through Kings Park and let the spring wildflowers awaken your senses of smell, touch and sound. This walk is designed specifically for people with vision impairment and their support person(s). Follow the link to register your interest.

14.01.2022 Client Hannah guided by mum Ali, and Speech Pathologist Sue via Teleconference, practice switching using switch toys. To finish the online session everybody joined in to learn body parts by singing Head, shoulders, knees and toes. Teleconferencing can be a very successful, engaging and fun way to access therapy online. Talk to your therapist if you are interested in using teleconferencing to access services. Speech Pathology Australia Senses Australia #SPweek

13.01.2022 Did you know we offer services in Geraldton!! Our regional services span from the Great Southern and South West Region of Western Australia into the Wheatbelt and Midwest. Providing services in: Perth Metro Geraldton... Northam Bunbury Busselton Margaret River Albany See more

13.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day . Our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? the message this year is: Theres more to day after R U OK? Learn what to say after R U OK? Follow the link to download FREE resources for tips and ideas to help you share the message in your community. https://youtu.be/erHLP29tzPE

13.01.2022 Sensitive Santa experience. Once again Westfield locations across Australia are offering a sensory-friendly Santa experience so that families can meet Santa in a relaxed environment, tailored to children with sensory needs. These calm and comfortable sessions are run before stores open, when the centre is quieter. Families also can book ahead, eliminating the long queues. https://www.westfield.com.au///sensitive-santa-photography

11.01.2022 Are you unsure when it comes to choosing assistive technology? Our team of therapists can advise you and support you through choosing the technology that best suits you or your family. Contact us on 1300 111 881 to discuss your needs. ID: Speech Pathologist Emily sitting on the floor with Amy and Zoe trialling new assistive technology.

11.01.2022 Speech Pathology Week 2020 Communicating with confidence! Senses Australia Speech Pathology Australia #SPweek

11.01.2022 Felix had lots of fun while learning to make choices using pointing and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). He gets lots of support from his therapists Frances (Speech Pathology student) and Rachael (Physiotherapist) Speech Pathology Australia #SPweek Senses Australia

10.01.2022 Here's a nice card you could make in preparation for Fathers Day this Sunday, thanks to Key Word Sign Australia

10.01.2022 Did you know, Senses Australia holds a number of different groups throughout the year to meet the needs of our clients as well as their families and carers? To find out more, visit https://www.senses.org.au/workshops-support-groups/

08.01.2022 Our disability services span from the Great Southern and South West Region of Western Australia across Perth Metro and into the Wheatbelt and Midwest. Providing Disability Services in: Perth Metro Geraldton... Northam Bunbury Busselton Margaret River Albany If you or someone you know are interested in accessing Disability Services please feel free to contact us 1300 111 881

08.01.2022 The annual 16 Days in WA Stop Violence Against Women campaign will take place from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to 10 December, which is Human Rights Day. Senses Australia supports the 16 Days in WA as Western Australia’s contribution to the efforts to raise awareness and stop violence against women. To find out more visit >> https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

07.01.2022 Thank you to Stephen Dawson MLC for officially opening our Bunbury Service Centre this week. Senses CEO Lisa Brennan and our Bunbury Team welcomed local clients and families to celebrate and take a tour of the Service Centre. Our team in Bunbury provide services in:... Speech Pathology Occupational Therapy Physiotherapy Psychology Sensory Services Dietetics and Social Work Thank you also to Don Punch MLA and Mayor Gary Brennan who were also in attendance. If you or someone you know are interested in accessing Disability Services in the Bunbury area, please feel free to contact us 1300 111 881 or email [email protected]

07.01.2022 The emoji challenge! Are you ready for some fun challenges? Can you name all the childrens story books below? Use the emojis as clues for characters and plot lines There are 25 to solve, how many can you get? 25 Comment your answer and the number below. @SpeechPathAus #SPweek

07.01.2022 Do you have a fussy eater? Senses Australias SOS (Sequential Oral Sensory) Feeding Therapy may be the solution. The approach helps fussy eaters and children with feeding problems to develop the skills they need to enjoy a balanced, healthy diet and a positive attitude towards food. It looks at increasing a childs comfort level by interacting with food in a playful, non-stressful way. Find out more in this short video. Senses Australia Speech Pathology Australia #SPweek

07.01.2022 Allan is one of seven B1 totally blind competitive golfers in the world. Support Worker Katrina undertook the course to become a golf caddie for a vision impaired golfer (VIP). The two now compete regularly at competitions against both sighted and vision impaired golfers. Their next goal is to compete in the State, National and World Golf Open completions. Allan said: Katrina acted as a beacon light for me. She showed her willingness to keep coming back each week, facing those who looked down their noses at us and took on board the rules of golf and the way they affected vision impaired people.

06.01.2022 Start the new year with a new skill!! Our January Key Word Sign workshops have a few places free for you to register. This one-day, workshop will help you understand how Key Word Sign is used to support communication and teaches you a basic vocabulary of signs. ... Places still available on the 27 and 28 January workshops taking place in Edgewater. https://www.senses.org.au/workshops-support-/key-word-sign/

06.01.2022 Did you know, Senses Australia hold a number of different support groups throughout the year to meet the needs of our clients as well as their families and carers? Everything from fitness to cooking and social outings. To find out more, visit https://www.senses.org.au/workshops-support-groups/ ID: Client Kim holding an Eagle on his arm at an outing to meet birds of prey in Perth.

05.01.2022 A shout out to all our wonderful Speech Pathologists. You all do such a great job each day supporting our clients and their families. Hope you all had a great Speech Pathology Week 2020 Senses Australia Speech Pathology Australia #SPweek

05.01.2022 Ahmad is a very social teenager who loves music and dancing. Since being introduced to his communication device Ahmad has been able to express more of his thoughts and feelings, it has enriched his language development and has assisted others to understand his speech and sign. By combining a series of pictures on the devices, messages are then spoken out loud. This learning is supported by Ahmads Speech therapist Melanie, his family, teachers and wider support networks. Speech Pathology Australia #SPweek Senses Australia

04.01.2022 The emoji challenge (Round 2)! How did you do with our last emoji challenge? Are you ready for another? Can you guess the common phrases or figures of speech below? Use the emojis as clues There are 25 to solve, how many can you get? Comment your answer and the number below.

04.01.2022 Some of our Senses Australia team came together over the weekend to volunteer their time at a Busy Bee. They put their hand to painting and gardening, with a sausage sizzle to help the work along. A huge thank you to Bunnings Warehouse Australia (Maddington) who donated fruit and veg plants, potting mix, mulch and a shade sail to keep the area cooler in summer. Well done to all involved

04.01.2022 We just LOVE this video of Miss Sheema riding her modified bike, sent in by mum Qing. Supported by Senses Physio Sarah, Sheema was delighted to get going. Theres no stopping her now

04.01.2022 Speech Pathologists Melanie and Meredith discuss the role of a Speech Pathologist in this short video . They give an overview of how they can assist will aspects of communication and mealtime management. Contact us if you would like to learn more about how a Speech Pathologist could assist you or someone you love 1300 111 881 @SpeechPathAus #SPweek

02.01.2022 Are you a member of Kalparrin? If so, they are giving away 3x $250 vouchers to complete their survey below. Good Luck

02.01.2022 Congratulations to Katelan Stack who was crowned Miss NAIDOC Perth 2020 last night. Senses Australia, and all of Perth are very proud Miss NAIDOC Perth.