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Recommendations for wearing a cloth face mask - Video

This video from the 10th July 2020 is the Victorian Chief Health Officer speaking about wearing of cloth face masks.

How to make a cloth face mask - Video

A video of how to make a cloth face mask, from The Social Studio, is recommended by DHHS via their youtube channel.

How to wear a fabric face mask safely - Video

This animation with text, developed by the World Health Organisation describes how to wear a fabric mask safely.

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Public hearing to examine the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out for people with disability

The Royal Commission is examining the approach of the Australian Government and its agencies to the vaccination of people with disability and disability s…

A woman with prosthetic leg works from home on her laptop, her baby is beside her in a baby bouncer

Tips on Working from Home for People with Disability

COVID-19 may have changed how you work. If you are needed to work from home for the first time, this Australian Government Comcare Checklist can help you. It o…

A woman in a wheelchair works from home. She wears headphones and has a laptop and computer in front of her.

Tips to balance working from home

We can all benefit from a few kind reminders about the balance of working from home during times of uncertainty. A balanced diet, regular exercise and sleeping…

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Wearing Personal Protective Equipment for Disability Support Workers - Video

Allison McMillan, Australia’s Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, covers common concerns for Disability Support Workers and demonstrates how and when to wear…

Media Release

Increase Disability Support Pension now to deal with COVID-19

People with disability who receive the Disability Support Pension (DSP) urgently need access to the increased Coronavirus Supplement of $550 per fortnight, c…

Stop the Spread and Stay Healthy

Stop the Spread

The Australian Department of Health has launched a national campaign to help all Australians be informed and prepared for the coronavirus pandemic.

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DIY Hand Sanitiser

Nothing beats good old-fashioned hand washing as a way to avoid the spread of infections and diseases. With the current situation of Coronavirus (COVID-19), it…

How Coronavirus is impacting the disability sector

Australians living with a disability and their carers are some of the most at-risk groups when it comes to Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. Chief Executive…

Staying Connected

In Season 2 of the Supported Decision-Making podcast, Advocacy for Inclusion is focusing on Staying Connected. We will find our way through these cha…

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Handwashing, Face masks, Sensory Processing and COVID-19

If you are supporting someone who lives with Sensory Processing difficulties, then explaining the need for good hygiene practices to "stop the spread" can be m…

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Catch ups for People with Disability in COVID-19

COVID- 19 restrictions have created opportunities for peer groups and families to connect and meet in different ways. Online and offline, people with like-mind…

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Online meetings and supporting inclusive practices

An increase in online meet-ups has some people wondering what the "rules" are. Are they the same as a face-to-face meeting? Here we discuss what makes best pra…

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Calls to the COVID-19 Disability Info Helpline

IDEAS has prepared a Snap Shot of the National COVID-19 Disability Information Helpline it helped operate between April 2020 and January 2021. It shows the typ…

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Disability Royal Commission Hearing on Emergency Planning

The Disability Royal Commission turned it's focus to COVID19 and Emergency Planning and Response at a public hearing in August.

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Helping Stop the Spread – Your Mob.

If you are looking for easy ways to share about Coronavirus (COVID-19) with your mob, there are resources to help you. Animated videos, Auslan Video, official…

Media Release

$60K relief for IDEAS

Disability information service IDEAS has secured a $60,000 grant to help transport its portable toilet and change facility, known as Ezy-Dun.

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Reflections of Financial Year 2019-2020

This year 2019-2020 we have connected with nearly five million people answering their enquiries and delivering information on how people want to receive i…

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