EBL Carer Advisory Group
I
t was “Well executed forum = Lots of “Thank you for putting on the forum.
our great information. Covered wide spectrum.” I am new to NDIS and there is a lot
pleasure
to host the
inaugural
EBL
Disability
Services
Carer Event
“Together
Inaugural Carer Forum,
Together We Can!
know/learn. Could you please include We were honoured to showcase the inaugural “Together We Can” Carer
details of those mentioned above in Forum on Thursday 28th February, 2019.
newsletter or send to EBL members All topics presented on the day proved very helpful and informative with
via email? Thanks.” people hearing from a range of different speakers across the following topics:
and presenters for more detail etc. The next exciting event we have is • NDIS Readiness
Pamphlets appreciated too. the annual Carer Mystery Bus Tour Thank you!” which is scheduled for end of May.
“Loved the highly organised, but
relaxed and engaging format. 1
hour lunch break perfect for those
additional conversations with friends
Details about this event will be sent
• Support Coordination
• Plan Management
We Can” on the 28th February. The “Enjoyed was informative.” day was filled with so many highlights “I learned a lot. Thank you.” great opportunity for carers to come “Really informative.” together to enjoy a special day away • Day Options
from the daily grind. We would love • Harrow House
and I echo Sue and Wendy’s
comments – congratulations Trinity.
As the mother of a child with a
disability, I felt the forum was a huge
success in that I learned so much
“Learned a lot. Grateful for the
opportunity to get more in depth
information.”
about some of the great services “Very relevant information. Really
available, many of which are enjoyed the length of talkers, was
highlighted in this newsletter. As great to talk to others over lunch.
always, we thank you for supporting Please run this again was valuable
this special event and look forward to and would definitely need to come
running similar forums in the future. again due to sometimes missing
It was heartwarming to read your
feedback which included the
following comments:
out in the coming weeks. This is a
to have you join us.
• Respite
• Innovation – Housing & Technology
As always, please don’t hesitate to
contact me directly on 0411 483 976 if
you have any questions, suggestions
or wish to discuss a sensitive issue.
We represent the voice of carers and
• Technology for Ageing & Disability SA Inc (TADSA)
• Legal/Advanced Care Directives
• Disability Advocacy & Complaints Service of SA (DACSSA)
your feedback is important to us. • SA Ambulance
• Holiday Explorers
a bit.” Dawn Brodie Convenor Of all the people who attended, 100% said they would attend the event again.
“Well run, singing group fantastic.” EBL Carer Advisory Group For your copy of the Ambulance Extended Care Paramedic referral guide
presented on the day, head to the back page of this newsletter.
Congratulations Trinity for winning the spectacular door prize to enjoy a
Royal Commission Announcement
R
onald Sackville AO QC has been
appointed the Chair of the Royal
• achieve best practice in reporting,
2-night stay away at the Barossa Novatel and respite for your child!
The Federal Budget allocated
investigating and responding almost $528 million for the conduct
Commission into Violence, Abuse, to violence, abuse, neglect and of the Royal Commission over five
Neglect and Exploitation of People exploitation years, with $149 million to be used
with Disability. He will be assisted by:
• promote a more inclusive society
• Barbara Bennett PSM that supports the independence of
• Rhonda Galbally AC people with disability and their right
• Andrea Mason OAM
• Alistair McEwin
The Terms of Reference, detailed
in the Letters Patent, indicate that
Commission should inquire into what
should be done to:
• prevent, and better protect, people
with disability from experiencing
violence, abuse, neglect and
exploitation
4 EBL QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER
to live free from violence, abuse,
neglect and exploitation
It will cover all forms of violence,
abuse, neglect and exploitation of
people with disability, in all settings
and context.
The Commission is to report by
29 April 2022.
for counselling and other supports
to assist people with disability to
participate.
“
A website will be established shortly.
”
Alone we can do
so little; together
we can do so much.
W
r
e
e
C
h
t
a
e
n!
g
o T
– Helen Keller
EBL QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER 5