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In Northland, there are a range of organisations providing a Disability Information Advisory Service about a specific disability, or disability in general.

Get more information about these individual organisations and how to contact them in Northland.

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Tiaho steps in to help out deaf couple

Published May 03rd 2013, Posted in National Tiaho steps in to help out deaf couple

The story of the heartless theft and destruction of a Northland deaf couple’s van struck a chord with many of our readers - now there is a way you can help.

A bank account for donations to Onerahi couple Mita Moses and Kathy Strongman has been set up after they featured in last week’s Northern Advocate.

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Understanding Epilepsy

Published May 03rd 2013, Posted in Northland Understanding Epilepsy

The Northern Branch of Epilepsy Association of NZ are inviting you to attend seminars they are holding in Dargaville and Mangawhai, to assist people in their understanding of Epilepsy.

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Powerchair Football Have a Go Day!

Published May 02nd 2013, Posted in National

Auckland Powerchair Football Club are hosting a Powerchair Football Have a Go Day on Saturday May 11th at the Auckland Spinal Rehabilitation Unit, Otara.

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Family/Whanau Carers Course

Published May 02nd 2013, Posted in Northland

Are you an unpaid family/whanau member caring for a person with a disability?

If so, this course is for you and it’s FREE .

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‘Getting Out There’ 2013

Published April 18th 2013, Posted in Northland ‘Getting Out There’ 2013

Many of you will have seen and still have a copy of the ‘Getting Out There’ supplement that was published with the Northern Advocate and Northland Age in August 2012.

‘Getting Out There’ is a guide to assist and link people, families, carers and those living with disability to services, supports and organisations available in their community that will help them to ‘Get Out There’.  It also contains some very informative profiles that share the experiences of some our local residents who are living with an impairment either themselves, or in their families.

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NZ Sign Language Week 2013

Published April 16th 2013, Posted in Northland NZ Sign Language Week 2013

This year will be the 7th Annual New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Week, running from 13th to 19th May 2013.

The aim in Northland is for all people including those at schools, businesses, healthcare providers and other organisations to learn 25 signs. 

To help achieve this goal Deaf Aotearoa will again be running their FREE 45 minute Taster Classes (no hidden costs or fees).  The tutor will come to your work place, school or staffroom and teach you NZSL tailored to your workplace.

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Fun Day out with Seizure Support Northland

Published April 15th 2013, Posted in Northland Fun Day out with Seizure Support Northland

Seizure Support Northland are holding two great days out to make the most of the last of our lovely summer!  One day is for the boys and men,  and the other is for girls and ladies.

For those living with epilepsy in their family these events are fun and provide valuable information as well as camaraderie.

If you need help with transport to attend these events just let them know.

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