The Disability Information and Resource Centre

International Day of People with a Disability is a day that aims to promote an understanding of people with a disability and encourage support for their dignity, rights and well being.

DIRC is offering the opportunity to become part of the International Day of People with a Disability (IDPwD) Rundle Mall Showcase.

Where

Rundle Mall – Zone H

When

3 December 2010, 10am to 3pm

More Information

• International Day of People with a Disability Overview
• International Day of People with a Disability Flyer
• Registration Form
• Event Floorplan
• Advertising Material Specifications
• Rundle Mall Zones for Hire

Sponsors

For any further enquiries please contact Claudia on 8236 0555 or claudia@dircsa.org.au.

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DIRC provides a professional service in all aspects of events management. Impress your work collegues, clients or friends with a professionally run event at DIRC.

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DIRC is having a garage sale!

FRI 5 NOV 1pm – 4pm

SAT 6 NOV 9am – 1pm

Office furniture, Bric a Brac, computer servers & networking equipment, miscellaneous items + MORE.

EVERYTHING MUST GO!

195 GILLES ST Adelaide

Have a look at the flyer here!

DIRC’s current Director will soon be moving on after four years of service.

As a result, the position of Director is now available at DIRC.

View the Position Advertisement.

Please also read the Position Description.

Click here to apply.

Applications close on Friday 12 November 2010.

Thursday November 4th, 2010

10.30 am – 12.30 pm

Day Options

What do people with disabilities do when they finish school?

If the school recommends Day Options what does that mean for my son or daughter?

What have been others’ expectations, needs and experiences of Day Options programs?

What about people with disabilities in other states and other countries, what does day options mean for them?

This research presentation explores these questions and more, both in a brief overview of the literature and some initial findings from focus groups and face-to-face interviews in South Australia with people with disabilities, family members and carers as well as day options providers.

Ted Evans

Ted is a father of two teenagers with disabilities and also a PHD research student in Disability Studies at Flinders University, School of Medicine. Ted has worked within policy and research in the South Australian Government, as a lecturer in Uni SA and TAFE and for over 20 years with people with disabilities in rehabilitation and support services.

Everyone with an interest in this topic is invited to attend

There will be opportunities to ask questions and to network with others

Morning tea provided including gluten free options, water, tea and coffee

Cost: A gold coin donation

Bookings required

Please RSVP to Jane via email: jane@dircsa.org.au

Or ring on (08) 8236 0555 to indicate your interest

DIRC provides access via limited parking, wheelchair accessibility, a hearing loop, microphone and accessible toilets. If you have other needs related to access please indicate when booking and we will try to accommodate your needs.

Thursday October 7th, 2010
10.30 am – 12.30 pm

Care or support?

Perspectives on disability

There are so many types and levels of disability. Each person with a disability is a unique individual because the expression of their disability can be affected by so many factors – their environment, early interventions and access to appropriate help and supports to mention just a few.

For this reason, there can be no ‘one size fits all’ solution for all people with disabilities.

So how do these disabilities affect the day to day lives of the people involved? What are the major issues faced by people with disabilities and their families and friends? How can we help all people with disabilities improve their quality of life?

Some ideas on how we might think about disability and the support we provide, with plenty of opportunity to discuss your thoughts and concerns.

Peter Cookson

Peter is a PhD Research student in Disability Studies at Flinders University, School of Medicine.

Born with older twin brothers with intellectual disability, Peter has spent most of the past 40 years working in the disability area as a special educator, support worker, ‘job coach’ and coordinator of support services. For 30 of those years following the death of their parents, he also acted as guardian and advocate for his brothers.

Everyone with an interest in this topic is invited to attend

Opportunities to ask questions and to network with others

Morning tea provided: biscuits (gluten free options), water, tea and coffee

Cost: A gold coin donation

Please RSVP to: Jane by email jane@dircsa.org.au or phone 8236 0555 before Tuesday 5th October.

DIRC provides access via limited parking, wheelchair accessibility, a hearing loop, microphone and accessible toilets. If you have other needs related to access please indicate when booking and we try to accommodate your needs.

DIRC is implementing an exciting initiative.

DISABILITY FORUMS

To be held at DIRC on the first Thursday of each month, 10.30 am – 12.30 pm

We are bringing together people with life experience, skills, and research backgrounds in significant disability and related areas to:

• share what they know;
• discuss your issues and answer your questions; and
• help improve our understanding and co operation on disability issues.

The next upcoming forum will be Aiding and Training the Hero on February 3 2011.

This forum will focus on mentoring programs for people with Acquired Brain Injury.

If you have any ideas for topics you would like to see discussed, let us know by contacting Jane Hyde at DIRC on 8236 0555 or email jane@dircsa.org.au.

Thursday September 9th, 2010
10.30 am – 12.30 pm

What is Map Therapy?

Complementary Therapies in Dementia Care

Dementia is a debilitating condition, which has been described as ‘a living death’ and for which there is currently no cure. Both the nature and progress of the disease are highly individualistic and there is no ‘one treatment fits all’ easy fix for carers of people with dementia.

Research has shown that professional carers are highly innovative in designing treatment regimes for people with dementia and that the majority of Nursing Homes use a wide variety of Complementary Therapies to support regular medical treatments

What are Complementary Therapies and how can they be used by both professional carers and family members who are supporting people with Dementia?

This will be an informative introduction to the use of Complementary Therapies in dementia care and an opportunity to discuss your thoughts and concerns.

Graham Webber

Graham is a Disability Studies research student in the School of Medicine at Flinders University, author and trainer in the Disability Unit of the Certificate III in Aged Care. He has a Master of Science (by research) which looked at the use of Complementary Therapies in dementia care in High Care Residential Facilities in South Australia.

Everyone with an interest in this topic is invited to attend

There will be opportunities to ask questions and to network with others

Morning tea provided including biscuits (gluten free options), water, tea and coffee

Cost: A gold coin

Bookings required

Please RSVP to Jane via email: jane@dircsa.org.au

Or ring on (08) 8236 0555 to indicate your interest

DIRC provides access via limited parking, wheelchair accessibility, a hearing loop, microphone and accessible toilets. If you have other needs related to access please indicate when booking and we will try to accommodate your needs.

DIRC (Disability Information and Resource Centre)
195 Gilles St Adelaide SA 5000
Ph 8236 0555 Fax 8236 0566 SA only 1300 305 558

You are invited to read this media release regarding the upcoming review of the National Standards for Disability Services. From 17 to 21 May DIRC will be hosting a phone in to provide people with disability and their families the opportunity to have their say on the national standards.

What Happened to People With a Disability in the Nineteenth Century?

Find out how people with a disability were treated in South Australia during the nineteenth century.

Morning tea will be provided. Parking available off street.

Date

Monday 24th May, 10.30am – 12.00 noon.

Location

Disability Information and Resource Centre
195 Gilles St, Adelaide

Bookings are required for this event. To book or for further enquiries please contact DIRC on (08) 8236 0555. You can also book via the form below.