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This interview discusses the Personalised Lifestyle Assistance project, (PLA) established by Deb Rouuget in Melbourne. PLA assists families to implement person-centred planning for their family member with disability. Genuine person-centeredness builds a life plan around the unique identity and desires of each individual.
Read MoreJohn McKnight describes how the life of a man with disability, Charlie, was transformed from one of isolation to one embedded in his community.
Read MoreLast month the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) came to the groundbreaking decision that it was reasonable and necessary for the NDIS to fund a young man’s fluid thickeners and nutritional support products when prescribed by an Accredited Practicing Dietitian.
Read MoreThis paper clearly sets out what is meant by the term "normalisation" (social role valorisation).
Read MoreThe Australian population is drawn from over 100 different cultures. This book, while not specifically mentioning disability, provides a basis for understanding the diversity of families and family life in Australia. Key groups examined are: Aboriginal, Anglo-Celtic, Chinese, Filipino, Greek, Italian, Latin American, Lebanese and Vietnamese.
Read MoreThis article should be read in conjunction with the National Health and Medical Research Council's paper (File number 10338). The author argues that the paper has neglected to account for the social nature of disability and handicap.
Read MoreBeing self-determined involves having control over choices and decisions impacting on one's life. Based on an American national survey, this article captures the importance of self-determination for all people including people with intellectual disability.
Read MoreThis book documents the transformation of Onondaga Community Living (OCL), a provider of residential services for people with disability. In the late 1980s, OCL operated several group homes, the limitation of which became apparent as staff and board members became better acquainted with the people being served.
Read MoreThis presentation was delivered by Joel and Zoe Satherley at Family Advocacy's 2007 Odyssey Conference. Joel shares the importance of having a dream, a clear picture of what you want to happen and a strong belief that it will definitely happen, no matter what anyone else says.
Read MoreWhen we see discussions about people with disabilities, we almost always hear the words ‘special needs’. However, when I ask what is the special need, I get answers like ‘He needs a wheelchair and that is special as others don’t need one’.
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