MENTAL HEALTH NEWS | TALKING DISABILITY
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2019: Our year in review
2019 has been a year of change, with a number of huge news events and developments in the disability sector. Read more
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from us at Talking Disability!
The staff at Talking Disability wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Read more
![<p>Not being able to participate in school can result in poor educational outcomes, reduced job prospects, and mental health issues in the longer-term [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/shutterstock_202499941.jpg?fm=pjpg)
“No surprise” in literacy numbers for speech pathologists
A report released from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) Programme for International... Read more
![<p>From April to July 2019, Australians were invited to take part in a national consultation to shape a new National Disability Strategy. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/shutterstock_787300732.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Next step being taken for the National Disability Strategy
The current National Disability Strategy, which aims to create an inclusive and informed approach to all Government... Read more
![<p>The Victorian Autism Plan is in response to the recommendations of the 2017 Victorian Parliamentary Inquiry into Services for People with Autism Spectrum Disorder. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/shutterstock_395253874.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Victorian Government launch five-year autism plan
The Victorian Government has invested $7.1 million in funding for a five-year plan to provide Victorians living with... Read more
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Access to Disability Royal Commission improved with new website
The Disability Royal Commission Legal Service has launched a new website to allow those with disabilities greater access... Read more
![<p>At the Disability Royal Commission, CEO of VALID, Kevin Stone, and disability advocate, Alan Robertson. [Source: Disability Royal Commission]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/Screen-Shot-2019-12-09-at-5.02.01-pm.png?fm=png)
ROYAL COMMISSION: People with disability deserve the right to live independently
The last three days of the Royal Commission into the Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with... Read more
![<p>Dr Peter Gibilisco provided a statement about his lived experiences of receiving accommodation and support in a group home. [Source: Disability Royal Commission] </p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/Screen-Shot-2019-12-03-at-1.36.06-pm.png?fm=png)
ROYAL COMMISSION: Strict rules and inconsistent care
The third sitting of the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability... Read more
![<p> International Day of People with Disability is a United Nation sanctioned day to be celebrated worldwide and puts a spotlight on people with disability and their achievements. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/shutterstock_250113466.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Celebrating the contributions of Australians with disability
Today is International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD), raising awareness, understanding and acceptance, and... Read more
![<p>Nearly $140 million will be invested in advocacy and counselling support and legal assistance services for people engaging with the Disability Royal Commission. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/news/articles/shutterstock_1141336202.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Support services for Disability Royal Commission announced
All of the support organisations receiving funding from the Government to cover people engaging with the Disability... Read more