…our voice… will not make any proper decisions. They will make improper decisions on stuff that people with intellectual disability rely on. They don’t know, they don’t go through what…
Read more…swallow their saliva. Swallowing is complex – it involves a lot of muscles and nerves in the body. 2. How common is it? Swallowing difficulty is very common. It affects…
Read more…general population. 76% of deaths in people with intellectual disability occurred prior to age 65 years. In the general population, only about 20% of people die before age 65. The…
Read more…of lack of action by MPs on issues important to their lives. The Advocacy Group has been at the forefront of all of CID’s recent successful campaigns such as Deadly…
Read more…this guide to the role of the NDIS with people with intellectual disability who have contact with the criminal justice system. You can also download a summary of the guide….
Read more…the event feeling that as a group we had found a common language of hope, mentorship and leadership. As a Community Engagement Officer my main take out was this –…
Read more“When we’ve had to be brave, Andrew is the one who is brave first.” This video celebrates daily decision making. It shows how a person with disability makes every day…
Read more…the NDIS. Included on the rear of the flowchart is further information on the National Disability Insurance Agency and the NDIS application process. Download the flowchart at our GP page….
Read more…are many clauses that could be added to strengthen the intention of the Act. For example, disability inclusion officers could be required at all workplaces, just as work health and…
Read more…proposed legislation You can read information about the proposals and see how you can make comments by going to the consultation website. NOTE: The consultation closed on 11 March 2018….
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