Carers and disability

To assist, inspire and encourage deaf and hard of hearing young people 12-23 years to realise their potential, DCA is offering grants of up to $2,500 (categories: sport & recreation; art & music; education; skill development) and up to $1,000 (category: science & music). Closes Thursday, 1 October, 11.59pm
Information & application

Parents, full time carers and grandparents can learn more about autism and ways to strengthen the home-school partnership. Participants will gain increased awareness of supports and services and how to access them, explore ways to advocate more effectively, and develop a plan for moving forward.
Monday, 31 August, 7pm-8.30pm, via Zoom
Registration

For parents and carers of children with disability, developmental delay, autism, rare or genetic conditions and high medical needs. Professionals are also welcome to register.
– Using an NDIS Plan: Tuesday, 1 September, 8pm-9pm | Registration
– Changing an NDIS Plan: Tuesday, 8 September, 8pm-9pm | Registration

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) forum for family members or carers of people with mental health concerns. It will focus on the NDIS with NDIS Local Area Coordinator and training facilitator as guest speakers.
Friday, 18 September, 10am-12pm
Seminar Room, Research & Education Centre, 4-10 South St, Kogarah
Flyer | Registration | Contact: noemi.papp@health.nsw.gov.au or 9553 2500

Sutherland Shire Council and Anglicare monthly event for people living with dementia and their carers, to increase social connections and share experiences in an informal, supportive setting.
First Monday of the month, 10.30am-12pm. Next date: 7 September
Sutherland Library, 30-36 Belmont St, Sutherland
Bookings

Family Advocacy – Resourcing Inclusive Communities workshop for parents, educators, and advocates of secondary students with disability. Participants will gain practical strategies, planning tools, and actionable guidance to support a successful, confident transition from school into the workforce.
Friday, 11 September, 9.15am-2.30pm
St George Leagues Club, 124 Princes Hwy, Kogarah
Flyer | Registration | Contact: info@ric.org.au or 1800 774 764

The support group, run by MND NSW, provides an opportunity for people living with motor neurone disease to meet and share experiences. For people living in the South Eastern Sydney Health District Area (SESLHD).
Next date: Friday, 25 September, 12.45pm-2.15pm
Oyster Bay Community Centre, 117 Como Rd, Oyster Bay
RSVP: Daisy, 0433 817 996 or daisyk@mndnsw.org.au | Website

For parents of children with disability, developmental delay, Autism, and rare and genetic conditions. Upcoming workshops include Advocacy at School; All About Me; Making Therapy Work; Partnering with your Child’s School; and Autistic Families.
Various dates, August to September, 12pm & 8pm
Information & registration

Sutherland Shire Council ShireABILITY Art Award provides an opportunity for artists of all ages with disability to share their creative talent and exhibit their work at Hazelhurst Arts Centre. Open to Artists with Disability living, working, going to school, or attending a community program in Sutherland Shire, to enter 2D or 3D original artworks.
Entries close Friday, 30 October
Flyer | Information & entry form | Contact: 9710 0892 or shireability@ssc.nsw.gov.au

Inclusive Employment Australia – Sign for Work supports deaf and hard of hearing people to find meaningful work, while helping employers connect with skilled candidates and build more inclusive workplaces.
Office 826, Level 8, 25 Restwell St, Bankstown
Flyer | Website | Contact: 1300 350 560 or online form

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