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Welcome to Disability ACTThe role and responsibility of Disability ACT is to plan, develop strategic policy, allocate funding and provide and monitor services for people with disability in the ACT and the families that care for them. These activities are undertaken within the broader departmental framework and in accordance with the Vision and Values statement. Current TopicsQuality of Life GrantsDisability ACT have amended the general exclusion criteria for the Quality of Life Grants. The following items have been removed from the general exclusion criterion:
"What can the funds Not be used for?" contained in the information pack now reads: Grants will not be generally offered at all for:
The Closing Date has been extended until 17 July 2009 to accommodate this change. Application - Quality of life Grants Information - Quality of life Grants Harmonisation of Disability Parking Permit Schemes in AustraliaNew disability parking scheme – have your say It is proposed that the Scheme will ensure there is a clear and fair policy to establish one set of eligibility criteria, national minimum standards for parking concessions, and one Australia-wide parking permit to replace more than 100 different parking permit types currently issued across Australia. The Australian Government will hold public consultations throughout June 2009 to allow all people the opportunity to give input and feedback on the direction of the new scheme. The ACT public information session will be held 23 June 2009. People can register to attend this session or seek advice about making a submission by contacting 1800 630 740 or 1800 555 677 (TTY). For more information and to download copies of the discussion paper, please visit the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs’ website www.fahcsia.gov.au Disability Parking Media Release HINI Influenza 09 (Human Swine Influenza)On the basis of the most recent advice from the ACT Chief Health Officer that the ACT has moved to the PROTECT phase of our pandemic management plan for H1N1 Influenza, Disability ACT has slightly amended its response to this issue. Please note the updated correspondence from the a/Director to families and carers in relation to our support services. Guardians H1N1 respite 19 June Final Confirmed Health H1N1 AS Guardians 19 June 09 Final Confirmed by Health The H1N1 Influenza 09 (Human Swine Influenza) virus is a new strain of influenza, which is being seen in outbreaks around the world and in Australia. Although nearly all cases of illness (outside of Mexico) have been relatively mild, health authorities are concerned about this virus for a number of reasons. The virus appears to be much more contagious than seasonal influenza;
Adults are potentially contagious for about 24 hours before and for up to 7 days after they become unwell. Children may be contagious for up to 10 days. Because H1N1 Influenza 09, like other forms of influenza, is spread mainly by coughing or sneezing, personal hygiene is important in helping to stop the spread of the infection. This includes covering your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze and washing your hands regularly with soap. The situation is dynamic, so you may wish to consult these sources of information which are updated regularly:
Letter to families accessing Disability ACT Respite Letter to families and guardians of residents of the Disability ACT Accommodation Services Links International Day of Persons with a Disability - 2009 Grants ProgramDisability ACT invites community groups and organisations to apply for a 2009 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (I-Day) Grant. I-Day provides an opportunity to bring together people with disability, community organisations, businesses, all levels of government and the wider community to promote social inclusion. Grants of up to $5,000 will be available to successful applicants to hold an event or activity on 3 December 2009 or in the first week of December 2009. The 2009 I-Day Grants Program Information Pack is available below. For further information about the grants program, please contact: Nadine Stephen Flyer - International Day of Persons with a Disability Grants Guidelines - International Day of Persons with a Disability Grants Recruitment of the 2009-11 Disability Advisory CouncilThe Minister for Disability and Housing is seeking expressions of interest from the community for membership on the 2009-11 ACT Disability Advisory Council. The Council plays a critical role in providing independent and strategic advice to the ACT Government on issues affecting people with disability and the people who support them. More information. Disability E-NewsDisability ACT is now trialing a bi-monthly e-newsletter to provide relevant information that is of interest to the sector. The latest edition is now available on the Disability E - News page. We welcome your feedback. Children and Young People with a Disability and their FamiliesChildren and Young People with a Disability and their Families Policy 311KB 2009 ACT Chief Minister Inclusion AwardsDo you work in or own a business or organisation or work in a government department that demonstrates excellence in relation to the inclusion of people with disabilityin the operation and activities of the business? Do you know an outstanding individual 2009 Inclusion Awards Nomination form 87KB ACT Disability Policy Framework 2009-2014ACT Disability Policy Framework 2009-2014 ACT Companion Card ProgramACT Companion Card Program The Companion Card Program currently operates in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia. Review of the Role of Government as a Provider of Disability ServicesThe Review of the Role of Government focused on the strategic priorities that need to be considered in the delivery of disability services over the next 5-7 years. Through a very comprehensive consultation process with a wide range of stakeholders, the Review has delivered a set of 12 recommendations that, together with the recommendations from the Evaluation of Future Directions, continue to bring us closer in reaching the aspirations articulated in Challenge 2014. Progress Report on Think Tank Recommendations Pathways from HospitalThe issue of transition to community living for long-term patients in hospital with complex and ongoing needs is a consistent and significant challenge for staff and service providers. A joint project from ACT Health and Disability, Housing and Community Services (DHCS) has commenced to develop and implement a solution. Pathways from Hospital Young People in Residential Aged Care Project: Community UpdateYoung People in Residential Aged Care Project: Community Update Site Context Aerial Plan Meet the Director ReportLatest Meet the Director Report Announcing the BLITS WebsiteBLITS - Business Leaders Innovative Thoughts and Solutions - http://www.blits.org.au BLITS promotes initiatives that value and engage people with disabilities as customers, suppliers, employees and employers in business the arts and sport. The BLITS website is provided as a point of reference and contact for businesses in the ACT and Region engaging with people with disabilities as customers, suppliers, employees and employers in business the arts and sport. This site offers a useful business information directory, business profiles and a diary dates section. A regular BLITS E-News facility is available to those using the ‘sign up’ facility. The BLITS motto says it all: ‘Business + Disability = Smart Thinking’ Review of the Role of Government as a Provider of Disability ServicesThe Review of the Role of Government focused on the strategic priorities that need to be considered in the delivery of disability services over the next 5-7 years. Through a very comprehensive consultation process with a wide range of stakeholders, the Review has delivered a set of 12 recommendations that, together with the recommendations from the Evaluation of Future Directions, continue to bring us closer in reaching the aspirations articulated in Challenge 2014. Convention on the Rights of Persons with DisabilitiesThe latest information on the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is available on the United Nations' Convention specific website at: http://www.un.org/disabilities/ Workforce StrategyIn 2007 Disability ACT sought comments on the report The Disability Workforce Strategy for the ACT Disability Sector. For further information on the Workforce Strategy Project or a copy of the report, contact: David Addison |
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