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Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre Australia

By RiG  |  Wed, 01/02/2012
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Tuesday, 31 January 2012

Measuring how a baby's brain reacts to shifts in eye contact might help predict the development of autism symptoms from as young as six months, a new international study has found.

Author / Source: 
Olga Tennison Autism Research Center Australia, Latrobe University

Merry Christmas and a Safe and Happy New Year

By RiG  |  Sat, 24/12/2011
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 The team at Respite in Gippsland would just like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Safe and Happy New Year!!! 

Wheelchair Standards Questions

By RiG  |  Wed, 20/04/2011
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At the moment the ME 067 Committee of Standards Australia - Mobility Appliances for
People with a Disability - are reviewing the AS/NZ 3696 part 19, looking at
wheelchairs being used as seats in vehicles.

Melbourne Medical Companion Project (Vline - Flinders Street & Southern Cross Stations)

By RiG  |  Wed, 20/04/2011
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This project will provide a group of volunteers (coordinated by Travellers Aid) who will meet regional travellers at either the Flinders Street or Southern Cross Station platforms and/or bus terminals, in order to accompany them to attend their medical appointments at any of the city-based hospitals or specialist medical clinics.

Better Start for Children with Disability (Better Start) Initiative

By RiG  |  Wed, 20/04/2011
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Better Start for Children with Disabiltiy (Better Start) initiative.

From 1 July 2011, eligible children diagnosed with a sight or hearing impairment, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy or Fragile X syndrome will have access to funding and new Medicare items under the Better Start for Children with Disability (Better Start) initiative.

The initiative includes the following components:

The Adam Scott Foundation Autism Grants Program- Autism Queensland

By RiG  |  Tue, 15/03/2011
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The Adam Scott Foundation was formed in 2005 and aims to support disadvantaged and underprivileged youth by providing opportunities to fulfill potential or overcome difficulties throughout life’s journey.

In 2010, the Adam Scott Foundation wishes to provide opportunity to improve the lives of young people living with Autism, through improved communication and education.

Seasons Greetings

By RiG  |  Wed, 22/12/2010
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Season Greetings Image. Christmas Tree

The Respite in Gippsland Team would just like to wish everybody a very Merry Christmas and a Safe and Happy New Year!

NDIS update: Tony Abbott on Q&A next Monday: Productivity Commission Submission Closing on Monday.

By RiG  |  Thu, 12/08/2010
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The federal election is near. It is now more important than ever to try and pressure all parties to support the introduction of a National Disability Insurance Scheme. Next Monday night Coalition leader Tony Abbott will appear on ABC’s Q and A program.

 

 

 

Victorian Government Carer Card Program

By Anonymous  |  Wed, 21/07/2010
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The Victorian Government Carer Card is a discounts and benefits card for unpaid carers in Victoria.

Young people with disabilities invited to have their say about a Life-Time Care and Support Scheme.

By Anonymous  |  Wed, 21/07/2010
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The Youth Disability Advocacy Service (YDAS) wants to help young people (12-25yo) have their say about a Life-Time Care and Support Scheme. We want to help young people tell the Government about:

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