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January 8, 2016
Happy 2016 everyone!
ILCNSW staff was back on Monday 4-January. 2016 will be another busy and exciting year in reaching out and delivering services to our clients.
Check the dates of our popular Trainings;
download our 2016 Training Calendar
The second edition of the Helpful Handbook for Memory Loss is just published
download the 2016 Handbook
You can Connect with ILCNSW by:
- post your comments and likes on facebook
- call ILC Infoline on 1300 452 679
- search AT Magic Database on www.ilcnsw.asn.au
- watch our YouTube channel
- drop in to tour our Smart Display at Blacktown
- or experience the time-saving informative virtual display
We look forward to assisting you in finding relevant AT possibilities for your needs in 2016.
7 - 9 April 2014
PODD Workshops will be of interest to anyone who is supporting communication for people requiring augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). ILCNSW will be running 2 PODD Workshops in April.
Venue: Northcott Building, No 1 Fennell St, Parramatta
1) PODD Introductory Workshop
Date: 7th - 8th April 2014
Time: 8.30am Registration; Workshop 9.00am – 4.30pm
This Two Day Introductory Workshop will focus on understanding and applying use of the direct access PODD communication systems, with an emphasis on creating communication environments at home, in early education and in school settings. Examples will include children with cerebral palsy, autism and developmental disabilities.
... for more info and registration
2) PODD Alternative Access Workshop
Date: 9 April 2014
Time: 8.30am Registration; Workshop 9.00am – 4.30pm
The Alternative Access Workshop will provide an opportunity to learn about the new resource that will be published soon, providing alternative access resources for implementing PODD communication systems. This will provide participants with practice in using a range of access methods.
** Prerequiste for the Alternative Access Workshop: Introductory PODD Workshop.
... for more info
and to register
Speech Pathologists, Haylee Parfett and Harriet Korner, will be presenting this workshop together.
Contact: Harriet Korner
email harriet@ilcnsw.asn.au
5 - 6 February 2014
In February, we are running the following 2 Assistive Technology Workshops in NSW Hunter area:
Date: 5 February 2014 (Wed)
AT Workshop: Wheelchairs and Scooters
Time: 1pm-3:30pm or 5pm-7:30pm
Cost: FREE | .... more info
Date: 6 February 2014 (Thu)
AT Workshop: Walking Equipment
Time: 1pm-3:30pm or 5pm-7:30pm
Cost: FREE | .... more info
Venue: Belmont 16s Club
Address: Macquarie Room, The Parade, Belmont NSW 2280
RSVP: Odelle 02 9912 5806 or email events@ilcnsw.asn.au
4 - 5 December 2013
We are running the following 2 workshops in Early December.
Date: 4 December 2013 (Wed)
AT Workshop: Bathroom Equipment
Time: 1pm-3:30pm or 5pm-7:30pm
Cost: FREE | .... more info
Date: 5 December 2013 (Thu)
AT Workshop: Rails, Ramps and Home Modifications
Time: 1pm-3:30pm or 5pm-7:30pm
Cost: FREE | .... more info
Venue: Belmont 16s Club
Address: Macquarie Room, The Parade, Belmont NSW 2280
RSVP: Odelle 02 9912 5806 or email events@ilcnsw.asn.au
18 - 20 November 2013
Towards Universal Design – The Future Of Access
Venue: Waterview Conference Centre, Sydney Olympic Park, Homebush, Sydney
The Conference includes a mix of plenary sessions, presentations, site visits, workshops, a trade exhibition and a conference dinner. The conference has concurrent sessions for attendees to choose their topics of interest.
Key note speaker: Professor Satoshi Kose from Department of Architecture at Shizuoka University, Japan
Prof. Satoshi Kose is a highly acclaimed expert in Universal Design, author of numerous books and published papers, and a member of numerous international Committees including International Standards Organisation.
** ILCNSW is a proud sponsor of the Conference.
ILCNSW is having a trade booth at the Expo. ILC Access Consultant Hamish Murray will be attending.
For more info, visit www.access.asn.au/conferences_and_events
6 November 2013
Venue: ILC NSW, Blacktown
Date and Time: 6 November 2013 (Wed) 9am-4:30pm
Address: Westpoint, Shop 4019, 17 Patrick St, Blacktown
Parking: Level 4 Carpark via Alpha St Express Ramp
Instructors: Rebecca Howard, Ruwani Siriwardene and Harriet Korner
The course is designed as an introduction for therapists, aged care workers and others involved in the care of a person diagnosed with dementia. The workshop explores assistive technology and strategies to promote independence and to enable people to remain safe in their environment.
Areas covered include:
- Orientation and memory loss
- Maintaining relationships
- Communication and decision-making
- Equipment to make everyday living easier
- Home environment and safety
- Medication management
.... for more info
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