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Loren’s Latest
Published July 06th 2010, Posted in Northland
Hi Everyone!
I know it has been ages since I have updated you all on what I has been happening.
I am now living in Hamilton studying Politics, Philosophy and Media! Absolutely loving the challenge and the change of scenery!
The Hostel that I am staying at is amazing, filled with great people, pretty good food and I have found just about everything accessible. The positive aspect is that if something is not accessible, everyone there is willing to help.
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Kaitaia Interagency Meeting
Published June 25th 2010, Posted in Northland
Supporting Parents, strengthening families
Invitation to ALL service providers, agencies, organisations, community groups and anyone else who supports families, parents, the disability sector working in Kaitaia & surrounding areas.
Please bring along anyone else you think may be interested.
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Crafting a Future Workshops
Published June 22nd 2010, Posted in NorthlandYou are invited to an inspiring weekend for families with a disabled family member who are seeking strategies for a better life.
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He Panui to launch of new computer portals
Published June 09th 2010, Posted in Northland
In an innovative approach to improve access to Ministry of Health disability information equipment and support services, computer portals have been established in partnership with PHO and Iwi health providers across Northland.
Surveys have shown that 96% of the general population are unaware of how to access disability supports, so the portals will improve connection times between those requiring supports and the assessing agency NorthAble that coordinates support packages for individuals and families on behalf of the Ministry of Health.
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Getting older with Cerebral Palsy
Published June 08th 2010, Posted in NorthlandAUT University of Auckland
Getting older with cerebral palsy: strategies for positive ageing.
Our study aims to find out more about how getting older affects people with cerebral palsy.
We would like to talk with people with cerebral palsy aged over 35 years living in the upper North Island about strategies they use to age positively and stay well.
We are also interested in finding out how health and rehabilitation services meet their needs as they get older, and to explore their own views about how these services might better meet those needs over both short and longer term.
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NZFDIC Conference Queenstown
Published June 03rd 2010, Posted in NorthlandNew Zealand Federation of Disability Information Centres (NZFDIC) Conference 16 - 18 May - Report by Maria Radonich with input from Harata Daniels, NorthAble.
If you were unable to attend this conference then here is a well written and informative report from Maria at NorthAble with her impressions of the conference and some key information from the presentations.
New Zealand Disability Federation Conference 16th May 2010.pdf
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A story by Kimberley McLean
Published May 20th 2010, Posted in Northland
My trip to the 2010 National Boccia Championships in Camberra at the Australian Institiue of Sport 3 - 6 May.
Tickets were booked and paid for after a huge amount of effort getting the funding to attend this tournament.
The only flight I could get was with Qantas and this posed a huge problem. This was due to the height restrictions on Wheelchairs. For my flight over to Sydney the height restriction was 84cm, my power chair is 89cm. However for my flight from Sydney to Canberra the restriction was up to 130cm. Due to this mum and I decided to take just my manual chair.
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Sib Support NZ - 2nd Generatioin workshop
Published May 18th 2010, Posted in Northland
A workshop for adult siblings of disabled people.
This weekend will focus on the unique perspective of siblings, the distinctive dynamics of the relationship they have with their disabled brother or sister, and will provide practical advice and information about how to manage the role of advocate.
Weekend workshops will be held in Auckland and Christchurch and are on offer to any adult siblings who are interested in being an important part of the support and guidance of their disabled brother or sister.
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‘Evolution’ Becoming Who We Are
Published May 18th 2010, Posted in NorthlandYou are warmly invited to an exhibition of art works created by students of the workshop series ‘KRE8HOPE STEPPING STONES TO ART’.
Thiis exhibition runs from the 14th May to 1st June and is on display from 9am - 4.30pm at the Yvonne Rust Gallery, The Quarry Arts Centre, 21 Selwyn Ave, Whangarei.
Come and see works by aspiring artists from our community including: Dorian Choat, Jessica Common, Kyle Bell, Marima Brown, Shelley Giles and Yae Ram Song.
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Paihia Run/Walk
Published May 04th 2010, Posted in NorthlandWestpac in partnership with Halberg Trust have pledged their support again this year, sponsoring people who have a disability to participate in the Carters Paihia Run/Walk.
Westpac are offering to cover the cost of the entry fee for people who have a disability, and their support person if required, to enter the event. Westpac staff will also be on hand through out the event to provide support, assistance and encouragement and will host a barbeque at the end of the event.
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The Brain Train day in Kaitaia was excellent, and we very much hope it will become an annual event! Thanks to all who worked to make it happen.