HEALTH AND WELLBEING NEWS | TALKING DISABILITY
![<p>The signs have been installed above the pedestrian crossing button on the controlled main roads in the CBD [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/18-JUNE-Braille.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Braille signs lead way on pedestrian crossings in Cairns CBD
Braille signs are being trialed above pedestrian crossings in Cairns’ CBD in what is the largest initiative in... Read more
![<p>The resource is funded by the Department of Health and consists of 12 modules detailing topics on the concept of death, funeral wishes and inheritance [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/15-JUNE-CEMETERY.jpg?fm=pjpg)
New resource to lead end-of-life conversations
People with intellectual disabilities will be more involved in essential end-of-life conversations with the help of a... Read more
![<p>The $130,000 funding boost will enable a two-year project to help improve the health and wellbeing of indigenous Australians [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/14-JUNE-Hands.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Indigenous people with disability supported in living active lives
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability will be encouraged to be more active with the help of a... Read more
New hub to promote inclusiveness through neuro-diverse workplaces
University students with autism and psychosocial conditions will be supported on their journey to employment through a... Read more
![<p>The adapted story time sessions will remove the barriers often faced by children with autism in public spaces [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/7-JUNE-READING.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Queensland opens a new chapter on autism-friendly story sessions
Children with Autism spectrum disorder will enjoy story time sessions in Queensland public libraries thanks to a state... Read more
![<p>This isn’t the first time a Royal Commission has been requested, with instances of abuse, violence and neglect well-documented over many years [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/7-JUNE-Royal-Commission.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Royal Commission urgently needed to protect the vulnerable
A Royal Commission into violence against people with disability is urgently needed according to disability advocates,... Read more
![<p>The original Xbox controller (pictured) has undergone a makeover to allow gamers with disability to join in the fun. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/4-JUNE-XBOX.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Adaptive controller leads way in changing gaming forever
An adaptive controller created by Microsoft will enable accessible gaming for people with disability … and... Read more
![<p>The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission will ensure participants receive safe and quality support services. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/5th-JUNE-SUPPORT.jpg?fm=pjpg)
New Quality and Safeguards Framework to watch over NDIS supports
New guidelines released by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Quality and Safeguards Commission will ensure... Read more
![<p>The hub will help facilitate vehicle movements for people with disabilities, their drivers and carer and will provide 24-hour access to shower and change facilities. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/16-MAY-TRANSPORT.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Australia’s first regional Disability Transport Hub approved
Tamworth locals will welcome a new transport hub, designed to help people with disability embark on journeys within the... Read more
![<p>The DES program has undergone some major changes in helping people with disability find employment [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/31-MAY-JOBS.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Improved support for people with disability seeking employment
A particular funding announcement in the 2018-19 Federal Budget will help Australians with disability be better... Read more