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The Guddi Way Screen

The Guddi Way Screen is an online, secure and automated platform built from evidence and stakeholder consultation. The screen identifies cognitive impairment and needs within a culturally informed and validated process.

Assessing the Disability Needs of Indigenous Prisoners

Synapse is working with Griffith University to review the processes for assessing the disability needs of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander prisoners.

Domestic and Family Violence

Synapse is working to respond to the unique needs of people with brain injury as a result of domestic violence, contributing to improved outcomes.

Community Living Initiative – Cairns

Cairns Community Living is a safe place of belonging for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples with a disability.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Those providing assessment and support within the NDIS should have appropriate education and training about brain injury and the cultural needs of Indigenous Australians.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with disabilities have much lower rates of access to appropriate services and supports including the NDIS.

NDIS Services

Registered NDIS pre-planning, support coordination and specialised services to ensure you, or the person you are caring for, get the most suitable support.

ABI The Facts – Sixth Edition

ABI The Facts is a comprehensive brain injury resource for professionals, individuals and families alike – it provides simple explanations of complex medical terms and delivers guidance for every stage of the journey.

Child Protection, Youth and Family Services

Adverse life experiences can influence vulnerability to disadvantage including violence, trauma and substance (AOD) misuse, all of which can lead to brain injury.

Come Home Come Heal Come Rest

Come Home, Come Heal, Come Rest represents three inter-related core strategies oriented to improve understanding of and response to brain injury and cognitive impairment amongst Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Feedback and Complaints

It is the policy of Synapse that customers who have contact with, or access our services have the right to lodge a complaint, make comment and provide feedback if they are unsatisfied or concerned with the treatment or support they receive.

Creating Real Change

We are passionate about creating change across Australia by developing an evidence base to connect knowledge, policy, services and systems that address complex issues surrounding brain injury.

In Hospital and at Home Support

Our Family Liaison Program provides practical support and information to family members and carers of people who have a brain injury during hospital, rehabilitation and the transition home.  

Justice and Corrections

We understand the need for appropriate disability identification and referral processes to better support people with brain injury subject or at risk of custodial sentences and reduce recidivism.

Yarn Up Employment

Throughout 2020 we will be working with Aboriginal communities and Disability Employment Service providers across Western Australia to develop new, culturally informed resources to support the delivery of employment services.

Community Living Initiative

Cairns Community Living is a safe place of belonging for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples with a disability.

ABI The Facts

ABI The Facts is a comprehensive brain injury resource for professionals, individuals and families alike - it provides simple explanations of complex medical terms and delivers guidance for every stage of the journey.

Housing

Information and practical housing support options to help you or someone you support live in the home and community of their choice.

Housing and Homelessness

Home is where the heart is. But for people with brain injury we know this is frequently not the case, with many experiencing housing instability, living in aged care or in housing that does not meet their needs.

Support Us

Whether it is through fundraising events and activities, workplace giving or corporate social responsibility, there’s a variety of ways that you can support us.

Yarn Up about the NDIS

We have resources designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to start conversations about the NDIS and provide examples of some of the types of supports and services available.

Our Mission, Vision and Values

When Alwyn Ricci founded Synapse (then Headway) thirty-five years ago, it was to make a genuine and practical difference to the lives of people impacted by brain injury and disability. This same passion and commitment continue to drive us forward today.

Murri Court Pilot Project

In 2018-2019 Synapse partnered with the Brisbane Murri Court to complete a pilot project in response to the need for culturally safe screening for brain injury and complex disability in the Murri Court system.

Court Link

Court Link is the Queensland Courts integrated court assessment, referral and support program. Synapse is delivering the pilot Court Link Community Support Service (CLCS) in Cairns QLD.

Support Coordination

Synapse offers culturally appropriate Support Coordination services for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Brain Injury Awareness Week

Brain Injury Awareness Week will be held 19 - 25 August 2024 to raise awareness of brain injury and its impact in Australia.

BrainBank Podcast

The BrainBank Podcast will answer your questions and connect you to community programs and services to help you live the life you want.

Community Hub

No matter where you live, there’s a number of ways you can connect to, and develop meaningful relationships with,…

Rural and Remote

People with brain injury living in rural and remote locations have significantly less access to services and supports, due to the lack of availability in these areas.

Direct Support

Tailored personal support across aspects of daily living, enabling you or someone you support to participate in desired community, vocational and educational activities.

Synapse History

Since our beginning as Headway Queensland, Synapse has grown to have national reach and become Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation.

Support For Carers and Family

Ensure you are equipped to care for someone with a brain injury by building a community of like-minded people around you.

Community Rules

The Brain Injury Forum exists to provide you with a safe space to discuss your experiences. Our Community Rules outline the values that should guide your discussions and provide further detail on how Synapse staff moderate the forum.

Contact Us

Get in touch with us today to make an enquiry or find out more about our services, programs and projects for people impacted by brain injury.

Partners

Synapse partners with research institutions, organisations and government bodies to create change for those impacted by brain injury.

Ageing

We know that for people over 65, there is an increased incidence of conditions that lead to brain injury including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, dementia disorders and injury through falls.

Ageing support

Ageing support helps the health and wellbeing of Ageing Australians impacted by brain injury.

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Information & Referral

Our Information & Referral team provides specialist information and advice to help manage the impacts of brain injury and better navigate the systems of available care and support.

Why Our Work Matters

We are tackling the complex issues that contribute to the prevalence and impact of brain injury and continue cycles of disadvantage and marginalisation for many individuals and their communities.

Advocacy

Advocacy services for you or someone you care for to ensure that rights, interests and needs are upheld across a range of disability systems and services.

Wurri-Wurri Outreach

Our Wurri-Wurri Outreach in Queensland’s Far North is all about respecting our Elders. Together, in partnership with our Elders, we can keep them strong, both mentally and physically.

Support For People with Brain Injury

Our peer support community offers people with a brain injury the opportunity to connect with others to socialise, share experiences and feel understood and supported.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

We are committed to increasing awareness about FASD, particularly in relation to people who may be undiagnosed and at risk of homelessness and/or engagement with the criminal justice system.

Careers

Synapse-Australia's Brain Injury Organisation, is expanding nationally, creating a remarkable opportunity for you to be at the forefront of change as a part of the Synapse team.

Our Services

We support individuals and organisations at every stage of their journey with practical solutions to the everyday challenges associated with brain injury.

Whistleblower Policy

Training & Education

Synapse delivers unique training to help you, and your team, better understand the needs of people impacted by brain injuries.

Our Board and Leadership

The Synapse Leadership Team is responsible for providing strategic and operational management. The team has a diversity of specialist disability, health, research and corporate skills. Our Board members provide a broad range of experience in governance, finance, operations, disability, communications and health.

Julian Saavedra

Julian suffered a traumatic brain injury in a motor vehicle accident in 2010. Since then he has adapted to life with a brain injury, sharing his story with others and offering understanding for those going through similar experiences.

About Synapse

Synapse is Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation. Synapse provides a range of support services for people who have…

Facebook Groups

Join one of our safe and supportive Facebook Groups for people with a brain injury, their carers and extended community.

Legal and Advocacy

Advocacy ensures justice and the fundamental human needs, rights and interests of people impacted by brain injury.

Post Occupancy Evaluation (Cairns)

A housing model evaluation of our Cairns Community Living Initiative to systemically understand the outcomes of design decisions against the building’s performance in terms of user needs.

BrainBank Panel

The BrainBank Panel is a peer connection panel, operated by and for people who have lived experience of brain injury.

Understanding Brain Injury

While every brain injury is different, we have a range of information on hand that can help explain the impacts.

Recovery and Rehab

A good rehabilitation program is vital to optimise recovery following brain injury.

Our Research & Work

Peer support groups

Our Reconnections support groups provide those living with a brain injury, or caring for someone, an opportunity to connect with other individuals and their families.

Brain Injury Forum

A space for you to discuss your experiences, share advice and have meaningful, safe conversations about brain injury with a community that understands.

Family and Carers

Caring for a family member with a brain injury can be challenging, and it is important to remember that carers also need support.

Queensland Seniors Month

This October is Queensland's Seniors Month! Synapse is hosting events to discuss them theme of social connections.

Women Exiting the Corrections System

In 2018 Synapse partnered with the NSW Department of Justice and Guthrie House, a not-for-profit transitional service for women exiting the prison system, to support women who may have a brain injury.

National Carers Week

National Carers Week (Sunday 15 – Saturday 21 October 2023) recognises and celebrates the 2.65 million Australians who provide care and support to a family member or friend.

Services for Organisations

Improve your understanding of brain injury and ability to provide appropriate support to people affected.

Make a Donation

Help us to connect people impacted by brain injury to specialist information, support and services.

Effects of Brain Injury

The long term effects of brain injury are different for each person but can be addressed with proper management and support.

2022-23 Annual Review

Synapse’s vision is to ‘rethink brain injury and change society’. Our commitment to this vision is ambitious and unwavering.

Indigenous Australians

2021 Annual Report

It begins with Community

2022 Annual Review

On our journey, we never walk alone. We're strong when we stand with our partners, linking communities and cultures in positive ways.

Synapse Blog

From events and special announcements, to updates on our support services and research, there's always lots happening at Synapse.

Fact Sheets

Recovery and Rehab

Neuropsych Assessment

A neuropsychological assessment will usually be provided in the early stages of recovery. The main aim of the assessment is to maximise the survivor’s rehabilitation and participation in family, work and the community.

A Parents Guide

Building social skills

Children and young people with a brain injury may have difficulty with the social skills that most of us take for granted.

Recovery and Rehab

Neuropsychological Assessment

A Parents Guide

Balancing risk and independence for children with a brain injury

Growing up involves taking risks. This is normal as young people ‘test the waters’ and move towards independence and adulthood.

A Parents Guide

The early days after your child’s brain injury

Raising a child brings challenges to all parents, and for parents of a child with a brain injury, those challenges can be magnified.

Recovery and Rehab

Guide to Low Cost Rehab

Your family member is discharged from hospital and you are ready to continue their rehabilitation. The steps listed below may serve as a guide if you wish to develop a program using free or low-cost resources which exist in your community.

A Parents Guide

Protecting your family’s wellbeing

In the aftermath of your child acquiring a brain injury it can be easy to neglect your family. Caring for a child with a brain injury can take a great deal of time and energy. It's easy for everyone else's needs to get side-lined, and difficult to get the balance right.

A Parents Guide

Your Child’s Development

A brain injury can disrupt the long and complicated process to move from childhood through to being a mature adult.

Psychological

Stress, Anxiety and Brain Injury

While stress is part of everyday life and a natural reaction when major change occurs, its impact can be much greater following brain injury.

Social

Steps to independence

Resuming an independent lifestyle safely after a brain injury is an important goal. This goal should be approached in stages based on individual needs and abilities.

Physical

Sexual changes

Acquired brain injury (ABI) can have a number of consequences for an individual’s sexual functioning.

Cognitive

Problems with Organising

Most people with an ABI will initially find some difficulty with prioritising, sequencing,organising, starting, and completing tasks.

Ageing with a Brain Injury

Active Ageing with a Brain Injury

Actively engaging in physical activity and social engagement tests resilience. When someone is ageing with a brain injury, a positive ageing experience can be experienced.

A Parents Guide

Parenting a Child with Brain Injury

The early days after your child’s brain injury. Raising a child brings challenges to all parents, and for parents of a child with a brain injury, those challenges canbe magnified.

Impact on Families

Relationship Changes After Brain Injury

Everyone wants to be loved, it’s a fundamental human need. We all need people to talk to and laugh with, spend time with, share ideas, worries and joys. But after brain injury our relationships with partners, family and friends can often change quite significantly.

Causes of Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is caused by either a blow to the head or by the head being forced to move rapidly forwards or backwards.

At Hospital

Coma and brain injury

Coma is generally the result of damage or interference with particular structures of the brain, and its length and depth provide a strong indication of the severity of brain injury.

Impact on Families

Managing stress and the caring role

Caring for a family member with a brain injury is one of the most difficult challenges that can confront a family especially for those providing direct care.

Recovery and Rehab

Brain injury rehabilitation: an introduction

Rehabilitation refers to a variety of therapies and support services available to people following the acute phase of recovery, once a person is medically stable.

Social

Social Skills and Confidence

Social skills and confidence can both be affected following an acquired brain injury.

Recovery and Rehab

Speech deficits and speech pathologists

Speech language pathology encompasses the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders.

Impact on Families

The Importance of Family after a Brain Injury

The care needs of people affected by a brain injury often fall informally onto their parents, spouse or siblings.

At Hospital

Coping with stress in hospital

The time in the hospital can be an overwhelming experience, but there are things that you can do to minimise stress.

Cognitive

Memory Problems and Tips

Short-term memory loss is very common after a brain injury – thankfully there are plenty of coping strategies available. Typical situations include forgetting people's names, losing a train of thought, getting lost at the shops, repeating or forgetting past conversations, misplacing objects and difficulty learning new skills. 

Managing Behaviour

Giving feedback on behaviour

Relearning sociable behaviour is easier when family, friends and co-workers agree on set limits and give the same feedback on what is acceptable or unacceptable behaviour.

Diagnosis

Tests and scans

The long-term effects of a brain injury may not be evident for some time. This makes predictions of recovery difficult in the months following a brain injury.

Causes of Brain Injury

Infections and Diseases

Infections that cause swelling in the brain or the membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord (meninges) can result in acquired brain injury (ABI).

Behavioural

Impulsive behaviour

Injury to the frontal lobes after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can affect the area of the brain that normally controls our impulses.

Impact on Families

Coping with grief and ambiguous loss

Grieving who the person used to be can be confusing, as the injured person can be physically present but psychologically absent.

Physical

Communication Disorders After a Brain Injury

A brain injury can affect a person’s ability to communicate by impairing their hearing, speech and cognitive processing.

Health and Wellbeing

Medication

A brain injury may result in an ongoing need for medications prescribed to you by your doctor.

A Parents Guide

Language and Living Skills

Language and everyday living skills may need particular attention to ensure that a child with a brain injury recovers to the fullest extent possible over the years.

Reintegration

Brain injury information for employers

Post-brain injury many employees are eager to return to work. Employers may find some simple adjustments can be made to allow this to happen.

Legal and Advocacy

Compensation Claim

When another party has caused an injury through negligence there may be grounds for making a claim for compensation.

Ageing with a Brain Injury

Supporting ageing carers

For many, caring for a family member has become a life-long responsibility. But as carers age, physical, social and emotional factors, declining health and strength can take an increasing toll.

Reintegration

Returning to studies

Survivors of a brain injury who have done very well in their recovery may still face significant challenges in returning to their studies.

Legal and Advocacy

Guardianship / Decision Making

Everyone has a legal right to make decisions and control their own life. If a person loses the ability to make decisions in life, legal guardians and administrators can make decisions for them.

Physical

Managing fatigue

Fatigue is a common and highly disabling symptom experienced by people with a brain injury.

Ageing with a Brain Injury

Preparing for retirement

Retirement programs enable people with disability to successfully retire, and support mainstream community services to better accommodate people with disability.

A Parents Guide

Challenging behaviour in children

Regardless of the effects of a brain injury, parents can still bring out their children’s strengths, help them build resilience, and enable them to develop to their full potential.

Behavioural

Domestic violence

Challenging behaviours after a brain injury can sometimes lead to domestic violence within a family.

Causes of Brain Injury

Degenerative Conditions

There are a number of degenerative conditions that lead to brain injury. Dementia is a category of brain diseases that result in memory loss and deterioration of speech, motor skills and cognitive functioning as it progresses.

Causes of Brain Injury

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy

Repeated, mild ABIs, such as concussions experienced by professional sports people like boxers and footballers, can be related to a neurodegenerative condition known as Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).

Recovery and Rehab

Recovery Tips

Although the degree of recovery is largely determined by the nature and extent of the injury, the level of engagement in rehabilitation also significantly affects recovery outcomes.

Indigenous Australians

Domestic and Family Violence

Domestic violence is when a person abuses and/or physically hurts their partner. Family violence is when a person abuses and/or physically hurts their family.

Legal and Advocacy

Advocacy

Advocacy relates to access and the fundamental human rights, needs and interests of all. Advocacy may involve speaking up for someone with a disability, or self-advocacy where a person speaks for themselves.

Recovery and Rehab

Complementary Therapies

People often turn to complementary therapies and alternative medicines to assist with some of the issues created by a brain injury.

Brain Injury Basics

Understanding the Brain

The brain controls and coordinates everything we do - our movements, feelings, thoughts, and bodily functions.

Recovery and Rehab

Steps to a healthier brain

The brain needs exercise to stay in optimum health, just like our body. Practising skills will lead to better performance and ongoing mental stimulation will help protect against mental decline.

Causes of Brain Injury

Alcohol & Drug Related Brain Injury

Alcohol is a poison, or neurotoxin, that can cause injury to the brain. This is known as Alcohol Related Brain Injury (ARBI). Other drugs - which fall into the category of stimulants, depressants or hallucinogens - can also lead to impairments.

Causes of Brain Injury

Age-related Brain Injury

Ageing is a risk factor for acquiring a brain injury, particularly over the age of 65. As we get older, our chance of developing dementia rises. So too does the likelihood of falls that result in brain injury. We might not be able to stop either from happening, but there are ways to reduce the risk and manage symptoms.

Impact on Families

Self-Care for Carers and Family Members

Carers need to maintain their own health and wellbeing as part of their caring role.

Psychological

Brain injury and suicide risks

People with an acquired brain injury may be at risk of suicide at some stage of their recovery process. It is very important for family members and friends to recognise the danger signs, know how to help and who to turn to for advice or referral.

Physical

Sensory and perceptual problems

Sensory and perceptual problems arise from damage to the right side of the brain or the parietal and occipital lobes of the brain.

Reintegration

Returning to work

Many people with a brain injury see returning to work or study as an important milestone.

Recovery and Rehab

Equipment and Lifestyle Aids

Equipment and lifestyle aids have a role to play in helping people regain some or all of their independence after a brain injury.

Diet and Nutrition for BI

A healthy diet is an essential key to maximizing your brain’s potential after a brain injury.

Causes of Brain Injury

Brain tumours and brain cancer

Brain tumours can affect brain function in a number of ways and to varying degrees, depending on where they grow and how severe they are.

Recovery and Rehab

Support, Friendship, Reducing Chances of Another Injury

It is beneficial to stay in touch with friends during the rehabilitation and recovery stage. Additionally, support groups can play a vital role for the person with a brain injury, their carers and family.

Causes of Brain Injury

Stroke

A stroke is an interruption of blood supply to part of the brain. If arteries become blocked, bleed or break, then the brain tissue is damaged, causing brain injury.

Indigenous Australians

Drug and Alcohol Abuse

Drinking a lot of grog all the time can cause lots of different health issues like diabetes and kidney failure. You can have these health issues for a short time, or they can be for life and turn into serious injuries.

Social

Social and recreational activities

Having a social life and pursuing interests make life worthwhile and are important to consider following brain injury.

Health and Wellbeing

Pain Management and brain injury

Pain can be one of the many effects of a brain injury and it needs appropriate management.

Cognitive

Motivation and initiation (Adynamia)

Some brain injuries can result in a loss of motivation and difficulty in getting started with activities.

Recovery and Rehab

Leaving hospital

The return home from hospital after a brain injury is usually eagerly awaited by family members.

Cognitive

Attention and concentration problems

A brain injury can affect attention or concentration abilities, leading to problems with work, study and everyday living.

Physical

Headaches

Headaches are a common and often persistent problem after acquiring a brain injury.  Headaches can arise after damage to different structures both inside and outside the head.

Indigenous Australians

Mental Health & Suicide

Mental health describes the health of your emotions and how you cope. Unlike your physical health, your mind is more fragile and can start to change from things such as frightening experiences.

Managing Behaviour

What are complex and challenging behaviours?

These can be behaviours where the reasons behind the behaviour are difficult to understand or that people find hard to accept.

Behavioural

Self-centredness

The ability to view the world from someone else’s point of view is a complex cognitive skill that occurs in the frontal lobes of the brain.

Impact on Families

The Importance of Family After Brain Injury

The impact of a brain injury has been likened to throwing a pebble in a pond. The ripple effect expands to partners, friends, family, carers, work colleagues and the wider community.

Emotional

Avoiding boredom

It is often the case that a person finishes rehabilitation and is not yet ready to return to work or study.

Managing Behaviour

The ABC Approach to Behaviour Support

The ABC model is an effective way to understand challenging behaviour and develop suitable responses within a positive behaviour support plan.

Psychological

Developing Mental Illness after a Brain Injury

Brain injury is a known risk factor for developing a mental illness, while some people with brain injury will have a pre-existing mental illness. Either way, dealing with both can cause additional stress for the person and their family after a brain injury.

Emotional

Post-rehab slump

Survivors of a brain injury often make excellent recoveries through, hard work and professional and family support.

Brain Injury Basics

What is Brain Injury?

Brain injury includes a number of conditions and disorders that result in impairment to the brain and its functions.

Psychological

Panic Attacks

Panic attacks occur when the body reacts as if it is in grave danger in a situation where there is no imminent threat.

Recovery and Rehab

Pets as Therapy

While dogs have long been portrayed as ‘man’s best friend’ - a loyal companion – it’s not only canines that can prove a source of support and reassurance following brain injury.

Causes of Brain Injury

Dementia and brain injury

Dementia is a category of brain diseases that result in memory loss and deterioration of speech, motor skills and cognitive functioning as it progresses.

At Hospital

Support and Advocacy

There are many places to find support in the hospital. We take a look at some of them.

Physical

Balance problems and dizziness

Dizziness and balance problems are common after a brain injury. This can result in problems with movement even when there is no loss of function in the limbs themselves.

Behavioural

Anger

Anger is a very common emotional response after a brain injury and can be directly related to impairments caused by the injury and difficulties with self-regulation.

Diagnosis

Determining brain injury severity

Several indicators are used to make predictions in determining brain injury severity.

Psychological

Clinical Depression

Clinical depression is a serious disorder that impacts on a person physically, emotionally and even cognitively - slowing thought processes and reducing the ability to concentrate.

Causes of Brain Injury

Anoxic and Hypoxic Brain Injury (lack of oxygen)

Brain injury can occur when there is a reduction in (hypoxic) or complete lack of (anoxic) oxygen supply to the brain.

Psychological

Brain injury and Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

While the general effects of brain injury can often include a level emotional distress, affecting your ongoing health and well-being, it’s not uncommon for people with a brain injury to experience more specific symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Health and Wellbeing

Alcohol, Caffeine and other Drugs

Most rehabilitation specialists will advise against drinking alcohol for at least one to two years after brain injury, or even indefinitely.

Recovery and Rehab

Accommodation options after a brain injury

The effects of a brain injury can be diverse, so a wide range of accommodation options are needed.

Physical

Epilepsy and Other Seizures

Epilepsy is recurring brief episodes of abnormal electrical activity in the brain leading to uncontrolled convulsions and unconsciousness, or a momentary loss of awareness.

Brain Injury Basics

Understanding the Nervous System

The nervous system is a complex system including the brain, spinal cord and nerves. It interprets and responds to information received through the senses.

Causes of Brain Injury

Assault

Physical assault is a major cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI), with young men between the ages of 20 and 24 being the most vulnerable.

Treatment

About the medical professionals

Treatment options vary depending on individual patients and injuries. Being familiar with treatments, terminology, and medical staff titles can help you understand what’s going on.

Emotional

Hope after brain injury

No one can truly understand the devastating impact a brain injury can have without experiencing it personally.

Cognitive

Decision-making and Brain Injury

Decision-making ranges from minor decisions, such as what to have for dinner, to major life-changing ones, such as changing careers.

Impact on Families

Mental Health – Depression and Carers

Caring for someone can be a 24 hour job that is emotionally, physically and financially taxing.

Health and Wellbeing

Future Medical Problems

Most people with a brain injury are expected to experience a normal life span but families and carers can play a crucial role by monitoring for any further medical problems arising post-injury, particularly after hospital.

Physical

Sleep Issues

Lack of sleep has a negative effect on our ability to think, mood, energy levels and appetite. The average person needs around eight hours sleep a night or will suffer from decreased concentration, energy and many other problems.

Behavioural

Impaired Awareness

Lack of self-awareness is a common outcome for people who sustain brain injuries with frontal lobe damage. Their inability to self-monitor and self-correct behaviour can lead to challenging behaviours.

Physical

Hearing Impairment After a Brain Injury

A brain injury can result in a variety of hearing difficulties due to damage caused to both mechanical and neurological processes.

Causes of Brain Injury

Concussion / Mild TBI

Concussion is the most common form of traumatic brain injury (TBI), affecting around 42 million people worldwide each year. It is the result of a physical blow or sudden jolt that forces the brain to move within the skull.

Cognitive

Perseveration (Repetition)

Perseveration is repetitive and continuous behavior, speech or thought that occurs due to changes in cognitive skills such as memory, attention, and mental flexibility.

Indigenous Australians

Physical Assault

A physical assault or fighting can happen for lots of reasons. But one of the main causes is people drinking grog. People can get seriously hurt and also cause serious injuries to someone else.

Managing Behaviour

The message behind brain injury behaviour

There are many reasons why a person with brain injury might develop challenging behaviour.

Diagnosis

Why predictions are difficult

Predictions of recovery are difficult in the months following a brain injury, with the person and their family often frustrated by lack of knowledge about the future.

Causes of Brain Injury

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) refers to a range of impairments that can develop in an individual due to exposure to alcohol in the womb.

Managing Behaviour

Responding to Acute Behaviour Disturbance (Crisis)

Brain injury can sometimes result in behaviour that is dangerous to the person with the injury and those around them.

At Hospital

Emotional Recovery

A brain injury in the family can disrupt almost every aspect of life, creating emotional turmoil that impacts on everything and everyone in some way or another.

Treatment

Surgery

Approximately half of all severe brain injuries will need surgery to remove or repair hematomas or contusions. These are often emergency procedures.

Services

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Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling

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Openminds

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Freedom Motors Australia

Provides vehicle modifications and transport solutions for wheelchair access.

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Free Living Australia

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In Hand Therapy Claremont

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In Hand Therapy Midland

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Openminds

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Open Minds Townsville

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Abi: Assessments and Behaviour Interventions

is a leading not-for-profit organisation that provides family focused intervention programs that are effective and affordable for young children with… Continue reading "Abi: Assessments and Behaviour Interventions"

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Sailability NSW- Freedom on the water

Sailability NSW will facilitate participation in sailing and boat usage at social, recreational and competitive levels on inland, estuary and… Continue reading "Sailability NSW- Freedom on the water"

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South Perth Physiotherapy

South Perth Physiotherapy has a history of exceptional physiotherapists, all whom take on a very “hands on” approach. Manual procedures… Continue reading "South Perth Physiotherapy"

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Real Psychology

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Real Living Options Association Inc

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Deniliquin Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC)

Covers multiple LGA within Western NSW, Far West and Murrumbidgee – see http://www.adhc.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/file/0019/302383/Ability_Links_NSW_Information_Sheet_September_2015.pdf

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Mt Pleasant Counselling Service Mt Pleasant

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Mt Pleasant Counselling Service South Perth

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Osborne Adult Community Mental Osborne Park Adult Community Mental Health Service

Osborne Park Hospital campus is home to Osborne Community Mental Health Service (Osborne Clinic) and Osborne Park Older Adult Mental… Continue reading "Osborne Adult Community Mental Osborne Park Adult Community Mental Health Service"

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Suicide call back service

The Suicide Call Back Service provides free nationwide professional telephone and online counselling for anyone affected by suicide. Free telephone… Continue reading "Suicide call back service"

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Sana Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a form of manual healthcare which takes into consideration the relationship between the structure of the body and… Continue reading "Sana Osteopathy"

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MindSpot Clinic

An online and telephone clinic providing free assessment and treatment services for Australian adults with anxiety or depression.

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Aboriginal Child, Family and Community Care Secretariat (AbSec)

The organisation is recognised as the peak NSW Aboriginal organisation to providing child protection and out-of-home care policy advice and… Continue reading "Aboriginal Child, Family and Community Care Secretariat (AbSec)"

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City East Community Mental Health Service

The City East Community Mental Health Service provides access to adult outpatient mental health services including treatment, urgent assessment and… Continue reading "City East Community Mental Health Service"

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Sana Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a form of manual healthcare which takes into consideration the relationship between the structure of the body and… Continue reading "Sana Osteopathy"

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Dr Darryl Bassett

Dr Darryl Bassett, MB, BS, BSc, FRANZCP, Dip. Psychotherapy, Psychiatrist in full time private practice. Dr Bassettâ€™s particularly interests at… Continue reading "Dr Darryl Bassett"

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TASC National Ltd

TASC is a not for profit organisation that delivers legal, advocacy, psychology and counselling services across Toowoomba, Ipswich, Roma and… Continue reading "TASC National Ltd"

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WA Assoc. for Mental Health WAAMH

The Western Australian Association for Mental Health (WAAMH) is the peak body for community mental health in Western Australia. Our… Continue reading "WA Assoc. for Mental Health WAAMH"

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Jaanimili (UnitingCare Children, Young People and Families) in partnership with Allowah

Aboriginal Service Providers: Covers LGAs: Camden, Campbelltown, Wollondilly, Wingecarribee, Blacktown, Holroyd

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Australian Network on Disabilities

Collated info on organisations and corporate entities that offer open employment, mentorship and paid internships.

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Disability Advocacy Network Australia (DANA)

DANA is the national representative body for almost 70 disability advocacy agencies across Australia.

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Inspire Rehab and Psychology: Samantha Grant and Alethea Tomkins

Clinical Psychologists. Community based clinical psychology services- through LTCS, Medicare, CTP and private referrals. Professional referral not required unless going… Continue reading "Inspire Rehab and Psychology: Samantha Grant and Alethea Tomkins"

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Catholic Community Services- Community Options- Homelessness Service

Funded by ADHC- for residents in City of Sydney LGA- homeless or at risk of homelessness.

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Nexus Neurology THE ONLY GROUP NEUROLOGY PRACTICE IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA

We provide comprehensive assessment and management of all neurological conditions. We also conduct neurophysiological diagnostic tests (Nerve Conduction Studies and… Continue reading "Nexus Neurology THE ONLY GROUP NEUROLOGY PRACTICE IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA"

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Banter Speech and Language (SP)

Works with adults with TBI – speech therapy, assessments, reading, writing, spelling, group therapy.

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ReusAbility

Free website where users can list their equipment for sale as well as browse items to buy. The website will… Continue reading "ReusAbility"

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Bereavement Care Centre

Counselling services for adults and chidlren in relation to grief and bereavement. Training courses also available. Adult sessions incur a… Continue reading "Bereavement Care Centre"

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Virtual Clinic

Free internet based education and treatment programs for people with anxiety and depression.

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Move It Logan City Councel

Move it Logan provides a variety of free and low cost fitness activities. People from diverse groups, as well as… Continue reading "Move It Logan City Councel"

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Gippsland Carers Association

Monthly carer support groups open to all unpaid family carers in Gippsland.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Disability Network of Queensland

A big vision by a small group in 2005 as part of the International Day of people with a disability,… Continue reading "Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Disability Network of Queensland"

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Core Community Services (previously Multicultural Community Care Service)

Covers different cultures – they have a consultant for each one: Arabic, Assyrian, Cambodian, Chinese, Croatian, Filipino, Hindi, Serbian, Spanish,… Continue reading "Core Community Services (previously Multicultural Community Care Service)"

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Therapy Plus (OT)

Margaret Onus – expertise in driving assessments (clients wanting to get their licence), everyday living skills etc.

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Victorian Aids and Equipment Program

Provides subsidised aids and equipment, home and vehicle modifications

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Vision Counselling Midland Office

We provide professional psychology and counselling services in individual counselling marriage counselling relationship counselling family counselling psychologists perth Employee Assistance… Continue reading "Vision Counselling Midland Office"

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Inpatient treatment Unit Concord Hospital

Medical detox and Rehab available. 5-7 day program for 17 yrs and over. Harm minimisation policy. 24 hr phone assessment… Continue reading "Inpatient treatment Unit Concord Hospital"

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Sir Charles Gardner Hospital Mental Health Clinic

Authorised 30 bed Adult Mental Health Unit providing assessment and treatment for acute mental health conditions.

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Royal Melbourne Hospital (Neuropsychiatry Unit)

Statewide specialist mental health service that offers neuropsychiatric assessments and advice to psychiatric, neurological and other medical and mental health… Continue reading "Royal Melbourne Hospital (Neuropsychiatry Unit)"

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Austin Health(Department of Neuropsychology)

The Department of Clinical Neuropsychology provides inpatient and outpatient services. It provides patient care, diagnostic assessment services, rehabilitation programs and… Continue reading "Austin Health(Department of Neuropsychology)"

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Acquired Brain Injury Mobility Service

Provides assessment and retraining for maximum mobility and safety for people with some vision loss related to an ABI.

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St Vincent de Paul Society

They work with individuals with a disability, families and carers 9-64 yrs- who do not access traditional disability support services.… Continue reading "St Vincent de Paul Society"

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Kate Lennon Neuropsychology

Clinical Neuropsychologist providing assessment of brain functioning to support adjustment and recovery, as well as education or counselling to help… Continue reading "Kate Lennon Neuropsychology"

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At Home Care

At Home Care is a specialised organisation that cares for those with neurological conditions, spinal cord, and brain injuries, along… Continue reading "At Home Care"

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Mackay Advocacy Inc.

Mackay Advocacy Inc. is a non-profit community based organisation that provides free and confidential individual advocacy to Mackay, Whitsunday and… Continue reading "Mackay Advocacy Inc."

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Headspace

Free online and telephone service that supports young people aged between 12 and 25 and their families going through difficult… Continue reading "Headspace"

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helping minds

HelpingMinds offers free support to the family and friends of people living with mental health challenges across WA. We started… Continue reading "helping minds"

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Kids Helpline

A free, private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged between 5-25yrs.

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Yellow door therpy Services

We are a mobile service that comes to you. We provide remedial and compensatory techniques to improve safety, independence and… Continue reading "Yellow door therpy Services"

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NADA – Network of Alcohol and Other Drugs Agencies

Peak organisation for the non-government alcohol and other drug sector in NSW. Aim is to reduce alcohol and drug related… Continue reading "NADA – Network of Alcohol and Other Drugs Agencies"

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Uniting -Crisis and Homelessness

Provides crisis accommodation and information for people in the eastern region of Melbourne who are experiencing or are at risk… Continue reading "Uniting -Crisis and Homelessness"

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Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia Ltd

Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia (ADA Australia) is a not-for-profit, independent, community based advocacy and education service with more than… Continue reading "Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia Ltd"

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Health and Human Services

The department offers programs to help create safe and caring homes and communities for all families and children.

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O.T. WEST

We provide occupational therapy assessment and rehabilitation services to people at every stage of their life, from early childhood to… Continue reading "O.T. WEST"

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Wheatbelt Mental Health Service

This service provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for people with mental health problems. Clinical Programs include; Child and Adolescent Mental… Continue reading "Wheatbelt Mental Health Service"

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connect2community

connect2community is an innovative community-based speech pathology private practice with an adult focus. We provide person-centred and evidence-based assessment and… Continue reading "connect2community"

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Matt Hoffman Mobile Physiotherapy

Delivering Physiotherapy services on Gubbi Gubbi and Jinibara Country. Delivered In-Home and In-Community Assistive Technology prescription Hydrotherapy Functional Capacity Assessments… Continue reading "Matt Hoffman Mobile Physiotherapy"

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ABI Services

A range of services: service plans, recreation activities, accommodation, behaviour management supported programs,case co-ordination, assessments, up to 24 hr care,… Continue reading "ABI Services"

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Central West Mental Health Service – Geraldton

This service provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for people with mental health problems. Clinical Programs include; • Child and Adolescent… Continue reading "Central West Mental Health Service – Geraldton"

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Liverpool Brain Injury Unit – Community Living Unit (CLU)

Provides short-term accommodation for people with traumatic brain injury with a focus on: Residential respite and leisure as a component… Continue reading "Liverpool Brain Injury Unit – Community Living Unit (CLU)"

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Caulfield Hospital: Acquired Brain Injury Community Rehabilitation

Acquired Brain Injury Community Rehabilitation supports people with a severe brain injury following discharge from hospital and who require further… Continue reading "Caulfield Hospital: Acquired Brain Injury Community Rehabilitation"

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National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation Community Transport Network

Aboriginal Service Providers: Ballina, Byron, Kyogle, Lismore, Tweed, Richmond Valley, Clarence Valley, Bega Valley, Bombala, Cooma-Monaro, Eurobodalla, Palerang, Queenbeyan, Snowy… Continue reading "National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation Community Transport Network"

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Carers and Parents Support Group

Provides information, support, referral and advocacy services to carers, parents and families of adults with an intellectual disability and/or dual… Continue reading "Carers and Parents Support Group"

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Your Best Life Disability and Health Services

Your Best Life Disability and Health Services provides services in the Sunshine Coast, Noosa, Gympie, and Moreton Bay Local Government… Continue reading "Your Best Life Disability and Health Services"

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Community Transport Organisation

Website has a search engine of community transport services for those disadvantaged including people with a disability.

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Melbourne Medical Companion Service

Provides trained volunteers to meet medical travellers and accompany them by public transport to and from their appointment in central… Continue reading "Melbourne Medical Companion Service"

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Community Care Northern Beaches Limited CCNB

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Perth Childrens Hospital Neuroscience and Neurology

PCH’s Children’s Neuroscience Service encompasses neurology, neurosurgery and neurophysiology services. The Children’s Neuroscience Service provides a specialist service for the… Continue reading "Perth Childrens Hospital Neuroscience and Neurology"

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Dr Helen Costello Palmyra Clinical Psychology

In 1995 Helen completed the APPWA Diploma in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. She has significant training in psychoanalytic approaches to group and… Continue reading "Dr Helen Costello Palmyra Clinical Psychology"

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South Eastern Sydney and Illawarra Area Health Service

24 hour service staffed by qualified mental health clinicians who can help individuals, their carers and the wider community link… Continue reading "South Eastern Sydney and Illawarra Area Health Service"

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Hand and Upper Limb Centre

HULC creates tailor-made therapy programs for each patient to assist with rehabilitating diagnosed conditions and/or post surgical treatment. Our therapists… Continue reading "Hand and Upper Limb Centre"

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Hand and Upper Limb Centre

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Precision Physiotherapy and Remedial Massage

Our combined qualifications and knowledge include; Ph.D.(low back pain), Master of Manual Therapy, Master of Medical Science (shoulder thesis), B.Sc.… Continue reading "Precision Physiotherapy and Remedial Massage"

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Queensland Advocacy Incorporated

Queensland Advocacy Incorporated (Q A I) is an independent, community-based, individual, systemic and legal advocacy organisation for people with disability… Continue reading "Queensland Advocacy Incorporated"

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Sir Roden and Lady Cutler

Driving the seriously ill, elderly, needy and disabled to and from medical appointments.

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South West Community Transport

South West Community Transport is funded under the Home and Community Care Program to provide transport to support: Older and… Continue reading "South West Community Transport"

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Victorian Aboriginal Community Services Association Ltd

Provides advice to the government on a range of community development issues. Also provide services to the Aboriginal community in… Continue reading "Victorian Aboriginal Community Services Association Ltd"

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Down Syndrome Association Of Qld Inc.

Down Syndrome Queensland are committed to upholding the rights of children and adults with Down syndrome and ensuring that their… Continue reading "Down Syndrome Association Of Qld Inc."

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MELVILLE OSTEOPATHY

We believe the best treatment outcomes happen when we deeply understand our patients needs and lives. We know excellent services… Continue reading "MELVILLE OSTEOPATHY"

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ADEC- Action on Disability in Ethnic Communities

Provides individual, family and self-advocacy programs for individuals living with a disability and their carers from culturally and linguistically diverse… Continue reading "ADEC- Action on Disability in Ethnic Communities"

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ADEC – Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities Inc.

Facilitates emotional/well-being support groups for people with mental health concerns, their carers and family members. These groups are language specific.… Continue reading "ADEC – Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities Inc."

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Community Care Access Point (CCAP)

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Yulu-Burri-Ba Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health

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Aboriginal Community Elders Services

Assistance with self-care and taking medicine

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Alliance Community

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Inner West Community Transport

Community based organisation dedicated to providing transport options for people who are transport disadvantaged.

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Woodville Community Services

Case Management Services/ Community Partipation Programs/ Recreational Program. ( other programs available)

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Tweed Shire Community Options

Tweed Shire area- Community Options- complex case management

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Optimal Communications

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Optimal Communications Pty Ltd

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Access Sydney Community Transport

SESCT provides transport, shopping and social access services for the elderly, people with adisability and people with limited access to… Continue reading "Access Sydney Community Transport"

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Pine Rivers Community Assisted Transport Service

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Keppel Community Care

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Keppel Community Care

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Multicultural Community Centre

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Redcliffe Community Health Centre

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Recovery Compass Consulting (OT)

People impacted by multiple conditions that may include a chronic mental health condition, mental illness following accident or injury, brain… Continue reading "Recovery Compass Consulting (OT)"

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Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community Health Services

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Macarthur Community Options

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Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community Health Services

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Community & Culture

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Encompass – Occupational Therapy (OT)

Inbal Luft specialises in working with people who have experienced severe, complex and catastrophic injuries. She has extensive experience working… Continue reading "Encompass – Occupational Therapy (OT)"

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Independent Rehabilitation Services

Independent Rehabilitation Services provides community-based Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech Pathology to adults with neurological conditions. We are committed to… Continue reading "Independent Rehabilitation Services"

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Beacon Support

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Beaumont Care

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CARERS LINK

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AMITY HEALTH

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Dr Brendan Jansen

Dr Jansen has worked as a Consultant Psychiatrist and team leader of multidisciplinary teams at Graylands Hospital, Osborne Clinic and… Continue reading "Dr Brendan Jansen"

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Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council

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Wise OT Solutions (OT)

Provides both occupational therapy and case management

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Vision Counselling Joondalup Office

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ARC Rehab: Advanced Rehab Centre

Clinic and home based rehab. Specialising in rehabilitation for people with neurological and complex therapy needs. Variety of programs available.… Continue reading "ARC Rehab: Advanced Rehab Centre"

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Metro Rehab

Also includes a specialised stroke rehab centre

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Occupational Therapy: Laura Bodycoat

OT and Case Management Servicee for Sydney Region and Regional NSW- providing services for individuals who have had a severe… Continue reading "Occupational Therapy: Laura Bodycoat"

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Home health and Medical Supplies

Provides medical, continence and first aid supplies.

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MidNorth Coast Therapy Group – Lauren Procter

Private practices – specialises in brain injury rehab and equipment prescription

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Active Mobility Systems

Active Mobility Systems is a trusted disability equipment supplier with over 30 years of experience serving families, healthcare facilities, schools… Continue reading "Active Mobility Systems"

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Mindset Neurological Physiotherapy

We provide in-home rehabilitation for anyone experiencing movement or functional difficulties as a result of a neurological condition or injury.

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Midline Physiotherapy

Expert Neurological Rehab Physiotherapy Duration varies • Price varies Home and community visits, specialising in treating these conditions: -Stroke -Traumatic… Continue reading "Midline Physiotherapy"

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Bridge Health Pty Ltd

Services can assist those Adults and children with: Neurological disorders Brain injury Stroke Dementia Head and neck cancer Normal ageing

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Fremantle Speech Pathology

Fremantle Speech Pathology Services specialises in spelling and writing problems, reading delay, literacy development, learning disorders in reading and written… Continue reading "Fremantle Speech Pathology"

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Rebound Health

Rebound Health is a multidisciplinary allied health team including Occupational Therapy, Exercise Physiology, Physiotherapy and Dietetics. An NDIS accredited provider… Continue reading "Rebound Health"

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Vision Counselling Perth office

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Matchworks -DES

Works with job seekers supporting them to find employment.

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At Work Australia

Works with job seekers supporting them to find employment.

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Vision Counselling Rockingham Office

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Allied Therapy Services

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OT Rehab Solutions (OT)

Specialist areas include neurological rehabilitation including stroke and traumatic brain injury, aged care and home modifications.

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Victorian Case Management Services

Specialist Case Management Services for people living with Mental Illness, Acquired Brain Injury and Disabilities

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Acquired Brain Injury Outreach Service (ABIOS)

ABIOS is a specialist community-based rehabilitation service to enhance the service system for people with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and… Continue reading "Acquired Brain Injury Outreach Service (ABIOS)"

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Therapy Solutions

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Selfless Support & Care

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The Sydney Clinic

Private psychiatric hospital. Medicated detox. 21 day rehab. Recovery Support. Patients must be admitted under a psychiatrist.

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Edge Rehabilitation

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Active Rehabilitation Physiotherapy

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Rehab Management

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Gizmo Rehabilitation

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Tram Assist and Care Pty Ltd

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Advanced Allied Health Group

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Morcare services

Provides assistance with personal activities, participation in community and social activities, development of daily skills and behavioural support.

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My Rehab Team

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Mobile Rehab

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Moore Rehab (OT)

Covers many areas across NSW (regional and CBD) – specialising in catastrophic and complex cases.

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Ability OT

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Positive Moods

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Nurse Next Door

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The Personal Group

Disability employment services for people who have a disability or mental health condition.

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Dr Peter Silbert Perth Neurophysiology

Special Interets/Services Offered: Movement Disorders, Electromyography (EMG), Nerve conduction studies, electroencephalography (EEG), Botox for Headaches, hemifacial spasm, blepharospasm, sweating, cervical… Continue reading "Dr Peter Silbert Perth Neurophysiology"

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Grove Psychology

Grove Psychology have been providing psychology services since 2016. We have an emphasis on developing wellness, using the most up… Continue reading "Grove Psychology"

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Everyday Independence

Community based therapy service offering occupational therapy, speech pathology and physiotherapy services.

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REDHS

Provides a broad range of services including in home support, allied health services, in home nursing and drug and alchol… Continue reading "REDHS"

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Crossroads Counselling Practice – Melissa Adams (OT)

OT with experience in mental health – also includes counselling services.

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Kirrawe Indigenous Corporation

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Gisella Artola Speech Pathology (SP)

Speech pathology services incl. training in ipad apps/communication

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Newcastle Neuro

Newcastle Neuro speech pathologists have over ten years of experience working with adults with developmental, acquired and degenerative conditions across… Continue reading "Newcastle Neuro"

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Amber Marshall – Occupational Therapist

Amber Marshall – Senior Occupational Therapist Positive Step NDIS Registered Provider Mobile 0410 376 844 Tel … Continue reading "Amber Marshall – Occupational Therapist"

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Psychologist & Counsellors Australia

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Mobility Aids Australia

Provides equipment and mobility aids specialised for your needs.

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The Benevolent Society

Community Options program- complex case management. Known as Community Care Team.

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North West Alliance – multiple partnerships

A partnership including Northern Rivers Social Development Council, Mid Coast Communities, Intereach, Pathfinders, CareWest and Murrumbidgee Medicare Local

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Family Advocacy

An independent, disability advocacy organisation which works across New South Wales, Australia. The organisation works with families in which there… Continue reading "Family Advocacy"

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Kincare

Also includes connected technology, meal preparation, housekeeping etc.

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YoungCare

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Private Care

All care plans designed by registered nurses. They take in clients with brain injury. Also has 24 hour care available.

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Neurolab PT

Neurolab PT focuses on neurological rehabilitation, providing back to basics home visiting physiotherapy services.

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Direct Care Resources

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Brain Care

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Victorian Mental Illness Awareness Council

Information on current consumer-based publications, laws, research and discussion papers

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Mens Carer

Prepare to reel in an unforgettable experience with Menscarer.com! Our mission is to create a safe, inclusive space where people… Continue reading "Mens Carer"

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Wollongong Speech Pathology (SP)

Beth Causa – private SP- based in Wollongong. Rehab for people with communication and swallowing difficulties as a result of… Continue reading "Wollongong Speech Pathology (SP)"

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NeuFocus

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Rehab on the Move

Programs such as: Multidiscplinary slow stream, stroke and neuro rehab, intensive neurological rehab etc. Rehab on the Move is an… Continue reading "Rehab on the Move"

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Independent options for Mobility

Provides travel training to individuals with an ABI or other cognitive impairments to maintain their independence.

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Royal Rehab Private

Wide range of services – neurological, orthopaedic, reconditioning etc

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Perth Osteopathic Medicine

Perth Osteopathic Medicine in a multi-disciplinary clinic that takes a whole-body approach to good health.

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Care1

Provider of care staff and in-home nurses to private, public or community-based organisations. Also specialise in brain injury.

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Booroongen Djugun Limited

Aboriginal Service Providers: Kempsey, Nambucca, Port Macquarie, Greater Taree, Great Lakes, Gloucester.

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Essence Quality Care

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Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a globally recognised brand like the wheelchair icon for accessibility that provides a discreet way… Continue reading "Hidden Disabilities Sunflower"

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Easylink Transport

Provides shopping trips and social outings for people who use a wheelchair. Door to door transport is provided in small… Continue reading "Easylink Transport"

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Brisbane Rehab

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Southern Highlands Speech Pathology (SP)

Small team of local speech pathologist – works with all age groups. Part of their adult services – Language: difficulty… Continue reading "Southern Highlands Speech Pathology (SP)"

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Rehabilitation at Home

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Breathe Counselling Perth

Breathe Counselling offers professional, confidential and compassionate counselling services. Our team of qualified counsellors offer individuals, couples and families solutions… Continue reading "Breathe Counselling Perth"

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MyTurn Rehabilitation

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Coastal Rehab

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Leadership Plus

Provides advocacy assistance and leadership development to people living with a disability.

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Sunshine Coast NeuroRehab

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Royal Rehabilitation Centre

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Dr Warrick Brewer

A private psychology practice which focuses on the relationship between disorders of behaviour and thought and their underlying neural brain… Continue reading "Dr Warrick Brewer"

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Occupational Therapy Australia

Occupational Therapy Australia is a nationwide organisation that works to promote the key role of the profession in promoting health… Continue reading "Occupational Therapy Australia"

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Bryden Neuropsychology

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Absolute Care and Health

Provides shopping, personal care, meal preparation, domestic tasks and transport assistance

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Independent Rehabilitation Services

Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists work with adults and adolescents with an acquired brain injury and numerous other neurological… Continue reading "Independent Rehabilitation Services"

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Neurorehab Allied Health Network

Provides physiotherapists, accredited exercise physiologists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, music therapists, neuropsychologists, psychologists, behaviour support practitioners, remedial massage therapists, and… Continue reading "Neurorehab Allied Health Network"

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National OT

Provide occupational therapy, speech pathology, paediatric services and physiotherapy services.

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Mid-North Coast Therapy Group

Clinical Psychology, rehabilitation psychology, case management, occupational therapy

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MLSP Speech Pathology

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Breathe Counselling Perth

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Alliance Rehabilitation Pty Ltd

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Breathe Counselling Perth

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Therapy Pro

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Breathe Counselling Perth

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Ilana Hepner (Dr)

Clinical Neurospychologist – All types of referrals accepted including self referral

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Westmead Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit

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Assert 4 All

Provides individual client directed advocacy to assist people with disabilities to represent their own rights and wishes.

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VALID-Victorian Advocacy League for Individuals with Disability

Provides individual assistance for adults with an intellectual disability.

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Kincare

Provides shopping, meal preparation, domestic tasks and transport assistance

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Southern Area Brain Injury Service

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Allowah Presbyterian Children’s Hospital

Private Hospital. 44 bed caring for children and young people

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Paul Gertler

Clinical Neuropsychologist

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Psychology Folk

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Assistive Technology Australia (AT Aust) – formerly known as Independent Living Centres

NGO. Training and Access work; information services e.g. Allied Health assist with inquiries re. Assistive Technology, communication, mobility, home modifications,… Continue reading "Assistive Technology Australia (AT Aust) – formerly known as Independent Living Centres"

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Young Care – At Home Care Grants

Funding grants for $2,000-10,000 for young people (18-65) for equipment, home modifications, respite & support services and other services that… Continue reading "Young Care – At Home Care Grants"

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Brain Injury Matters (BIM)

A self-advocacy and community education group for people with an acquired brain injury

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Office of the Public Advocate

Advice, assistance and advocacy regarding complaints on behalf of people who have an intellectual or psychiatric disability; dementia or an… Continue reading "Office of the Public Advocate"

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Youth Disability Advocacy Service

Provides an individual advocacy service to young people with a disability who are aged 12-25.

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Gippsland Disability Advocacy

Provides advocacy services for people with a disability and their families

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CORAS (Colac Otway Region Advocacy Service Inc)

Provides advocacy services for people with a disability and their families

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Association for Children with a disability

provides information, support nad advocacy for families who have a child wih any type of disability or developmental delay across… Continue reading "Association for Children with a disability"

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MRC- Migrant Resource Centre North West Region

Provides assistance and support to people with a disability, their carers and their families who are from a CALD background.

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Fiona stanley Hospital: State Rehabilitation Service

The 140-bed State Rehabilitation Service provides statewide tertiary or specialist level inpatient and outpatient clinical rehabilitation services to people suffering… Continue reading "Fiona stanley Hospital: State Rehabilitation Service"

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Enable NSW

EnableNSW provides equipment, and in some cases attendant care, to assist eligible residents of NSW with a permanent or long-term… Continue reading "Enable NSW"

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Accessability OT

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Living is for Everyone (LIFE)

Government initiative – provides resources on suicide and self-harm prevention

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Melbourne Pediatric Specialists

This service works with infants through to young adults to understand a child/young person’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses to assist… Continue reading "Melbourne Pediatric Specialists"

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Lifeline

24 hour crisis support

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ESTEEM After Stroke

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Beyond Blue

24hr phone support service

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Austin Health – Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre

The acquired brain injury unit is a statewide inpatient rehabilitation service for people with an acquired brain injury.

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NationalOT

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Caulfield Hospital-Neuro Rehab Clinic

The Neuro Rehab Clinic treat and care for people after brain or spinal cord damage.

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Caulfield Hospital Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Rehabilitation service

Provides rehabilitation to meet the needs of people with severe brain injuries resulting from trauma, stroke and other medical causes… Continue reading "Caulfield Hospital Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Rehabilitation service"

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Care Connect

Private case management and care coordination for individuals.

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Perth Brain Centre

The Perth Brain Centre (est. in 2007) is Western Australia’s leading and longest established private clinic specialising in state-of-the-art brain… Continue reading "Perth Brain Centre"

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Lifeline

24 hour crisis support

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Caulfield Hospital: ABI Rehab Clinic

The ABI rehab clinic cares for and supports patients who have suffered a brain injury.

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Vic housing – Crisis & emergency accommodation

Help if you are homeless or at risk of homelessness or family violence.

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ARBIAS

Provides an intensive outreach case management services for clients funded by the Transport Accident Commission and present with a range… Continue reading "ARBIAS"

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Independent Mental Health Advocacy

Provides advocacy support to people who are currently on a compulsory treatment order, either in the community or as an… Continue reading "Independent Mental Health Advocacy"

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Living is for Everyone (LIFE)

Government initiative – provides resources on suicide and self-harm prevention

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Ability Classifieds

Website where users can advertise as well as buy and sell variety of specialised equipment, housing, jobs, events and vehicles.

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Family Referral Services

FRS are a key iniative under the Gov ‘Keep them Safe’ Action Plan. They are implemeted by NSW Health. Referrals… Continue reading "Family Referral Services"

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Wesley Private Hospital

Private Hospital. Medicated detox. 1-3 week in-patient rehab program. 6 week outpatient program.

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South West Brain Injury Rehab Service

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Shelter NSW

Does not provide the housing but is a source of information and sources

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Jarrah House

A residential detox and rehab treatment facility for women and women with children (under 13 yrs). 3 week detox followed… Continue reading "Jarrah House"

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Herbert Street Clinic

Medically supervised residential detox from alcohol and drugs. Also offers detox from methadone (under 40ml) and bupremorphine (under 10ml) 18… Continue reading "Herbert Street Clinic"

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Gorman House

Residential detoxification from alcohol and some other drugs. No methadone/benzos or cannabis. A non medicated detox-5 day program in a… Continue reading "Gorman House"

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Family Drug Support

Telephone support

Service

Fairfield Hospital Detox Unit

Mendicated inpatient detox for adults 18yrs and over. Will take dual diagnosis and uses harm minimisation policy. Offers both residential… Continue reading "Fairfield Hospital Detox Unit"

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D&A Unit – Calvary Mater Hospital

Telephone support

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Centre for Addiction Medicine

Provides a non-residential drug and alochol detox program. In area referral preferred- each case assessed individually.

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Nova Employment

Covers wide range of different disabilities, areas and industry. (May not be suitable for someone with very specific or complex… Continue reading "Nova Employment"

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Samaritans

Emergency relief centres, tenancy participation services, student accommodation

Service

Narcotics Anonymous

Telephone support – call for more info on services

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Neami National

Several programs: Macarthur Accommodation and Assistance Program (MAAP), Way2Home, Wadamba Wilam Renew Shelter.

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Mission Australia Housing

Mission Australia Housing is an established and progressive, national Community Housing provider of social and affordable housing in Australia that… Continue reading "Mission Australia Housing"

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Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service

To provide Illawarra Aboriginal and TSI people with high quality, appropriate, efficient and effective primary health care and related services

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Australian Health and Medical Research Council

NGO, member based, Indigenous-run. Twitter @AHMRC

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Australian Disability and Indigenous People’s Education Fund

Grants of up to $2,500 to assist people with disabilities to continue their learning. Granted 6 monthly. Based in Vic-… Continue reading "Australian Disability and Indigenous People’s Education Fund"

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Wesley Mission Queensland

Service

OCTEC

Has both DES and Transition to Work (TTW). Covers region – Macarthur, Macleay, Manning, Murray Darling, Nepean, New England, North… Continue reading "OCTEC"

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Ostara Australia

NGO Employment service that works to provide employment services for job seekers with any mental, cultural or emotional challenges.

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Mary Hughes Speech Pathology

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Langton Centre

Non residential- medicated- outpatient detox by daily attendance at the centre. Appointment necessary. Harm minimisation philosophy. Counselling and group therapy,… Continue reading "Langton Centre"

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Northside Clinic

Private Hospital. All drugs. Detox and rehabilitation program. 3 week in-patient program. Men and women on alternate days. Dr referral… Continue reading "Northside Clinic"

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Lifestart

Supports children and young people with a disability or delay aged 0-24 yo – early intervention, specialised therapy, school support… Continue reading "Lifestart"

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Kaleidescope Brain Injury Rehabilitation Team (Newcastle)

Paediatric

Service

AED Legal centre

Provides legal advocacy including legal representation for individuals who have been discriminated against in education or employment on account of… Continue reading "AED Legal centre"

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Hardwick Psychological Services

Service

AMIDA

Provides telephone advice, direct advocacy and individual and group education about housing rights.

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New England Brain Injury Service Program

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Macarthur Disability Services: Behaviour Support Implementation Service

BISS supports people 12 yrs and over with an intellectual disability who demonstrate challenging behaviours and are living with their… Continue reading "Macarthur Disability Services: Behaviour Support Implementation Service"

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Mid Western Brain Injury Rehab Program

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Alfred Health Neuropsychology Clinic

Care for and treat people with brain damage and cognitive issues

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Liverpool Brain Injury Unit

Service

Naremburn Family Referral Intake

Family Referral Services

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Northside West Clinic

Private Hospital. 3 weeks residentail detox/rehabilitation program. For ages 18 years and over. The hospital also has a separate anxiety/depresssion/mood… Continue reading "Northside West Clinic"

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Disability Employment Service

Assistance in finding a job, ongoing support, vocational training, workplace mods, work prep. Two types of services: disability management service… Continue reading "Disability Employment Service"

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Illawarra Brain Injury Service (IBIS)

Metro

Service

Max Employment

Under Max Solutions – also includes indigenous employment program

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Hunter Brain Injury Service (HBIS)

Metro

Service

St John of God Chemical Dependency Unit

Private Hospital. This program is designed for clients who have alcohol and other drug abuse/dependence issues and is aimed at… Continue reading "St John of God Chemical Dependency Unit"

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Dubbo Brain Injury Rehab Program

Rural

Service

St George Hospital D&A Unit

Provides a non-residential only medicated detox. Provides alcohol detox centre counselling- treats residents of St George area.

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Children’s Hospital Westmead BIU

Paediatric

Service

Odyssey House

Provides residentail and non-residential rehab programs for men and women 18 yrs and over with a drug, alcohol or gambling… Continue reading "Odyssey House"

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Perth Pediatrics Dr Snehal Shah PAEDIATRIC NEUROLOGIST

Paediatric Neurologist at Perth Paediatricscare for infants, children and adolescents with all types of neurologic and seizure/epilepsy disorders including headaches… Continue reading "Perth Pediatrics Dr Snehal Shah PAEDIATRIC NEUROLOGIST"

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Dr Patricia Jungfer

Psychiatrist

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Jurmaine Health

Centre for Brain and body improvement -provides a team of neuropsychologists, psychologists, chiropractors, physiotherapists who work closely together to solve… Continue reading "Jurmaine Health"

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SANE Australia Helpline

Information about mental illness, treatments, where to go for support and help carers.

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Chinese Parents Association – Children with Disabilities (CPA)

Run several educational programs, social functions, seminars, sports and leisure activities as well as case work. Also provide support to… Continue reading "Chinese Parents Association – Children with Disabilities (CPA)"

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ME/CFS & FM Assn NSW Inc [Myalgic Encephalomyeltis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Fibromyalgia Syndrome]

Service

National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline

Telephone service for reporting cases of neglect and abuse of disabled members of the community (Australia wide)

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PainAustralia

Advocacy, to improve the life of people living with pain, families and carers to minimise the social and economic burden… Continue reading "PainAustralia"

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Continence Foundation of Australia

Offers information, advice and referral to clinical continence services throughout Australia

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ARUMA

Provides behavioural intervention services for children and adults.

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PANDA

Supports individuals and families to recover from perinatal anxiety and depression

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SydWest Multicultural Services

Advocacy and other services such as brokerage and social support groups for a number of different CALD backgrounds.

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At Ease

Mental health and wellbeing resources for the serving and ex-serving community

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Children and Young People with a Disability Australia (CYDA)

The national peak body which represents children and young people (aged 0-25) with disability. CYDA is a not for profit,… Continue reading "Children and Young People with a Disability Australia (CYDA)"

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Alison Self OT services

Alison has worked specifically in the area of cognitive rehabilitation for children, teenagers and adults for the past 25 years.… Continue reading "Alison Self OT services"

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Relationships Australia

A provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities. Also includes Aboriginal services and online counselling

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Good Therapy

Information and advice on how to find a therapist. Also provides a service directory to help locate a therapist.

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Neurotherapy Services

Following your stroke, ABI or new diagnosis, we want you to have the right tools to support you in your… Continue reading "Neurotherapy Services"

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Illawarra Aboriginal Corporation (Warrigal Employment)

LGA: Kiama, Shellharbour, Wollongong

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Suicide Prevention

Information on how to manage and get treatment for suicidal thoughts.

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mindhealthconnect

Innovative website dedicated to providing access to trusted, relevant mental health care services, online programs and resources.

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My Dr

Provides information covering a wide variety of diseases and conditions, tests and treatments, health, fitness issues, medications, health support groups… Continue reading "My Dr"

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Yulu-Burri-Ba Wynnum Clinic

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Red Cross transport Service

A volunteer run service providing transport to essential, short term medical treatment for up to 6 weeks if you live… Continue reading "Red Cross transport Service"

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Victoria Aboriginal Health Service

Provides a comprehensive range of medical, dental and social services for the community.

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Lifestyle Solution

Service

Think Mental Health

There are many mental health and related support services available in Western Australia and throughout Australia, finding the right service… Continue reading "Think Mental Health"

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Annecto- The People Network

Aboriginal Service Providers, covers areas: Bankstown, Liverpool, Fairfield, Ashfield, Burwood, Canterbury, Strathfield.

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SalvoCare Eastern Homelessness & Support Services (Peninsula)

Provides outreach support to people who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness and who may have a range… Continue reading "SalvoCare Eastern Homelessness & Support Services (Peninsula)"

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South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation

LGA: Goulburn, Mulwaree, Shoalhaven, Upper Lachlan Shire

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ARBIAS

Provides specialist services for people with an acquired brain injury and high complex needs which include alcohol and other drug… Continue reading "ARBIAS"

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Switchboard

Provides a peer-driven support services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and asexual people, their families, allies and communities

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QLife

QLife provides anonymous LGBTI peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about their sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings… Continue reading "QLife"

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Launch Housing

Offers emergency shelter, crisis accommodation, specialist supports, and rough sleeping services

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Beyondblue

Provides information, support and advice for people living with depression.

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Anxiety Disorders Association of Victoria

Provide support, information and resources to individuals affected by anxiety, depression and related issues

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Victorian Patient Transport Assistance Scheme (VPTAS)

Covers some of the travel and accommodation costs incurred by rural Victorians when they must travel more than 100 kilometres… Continue reading "Victorian Patient Transport Assistance Scheme (VPTAS)"

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St Vincent de Paul Society with Settlement Services International (SSI)

In partnership with Settlement Services International (SSI)

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Anxiety Recovery Centre (ARC)

Provide support, recovery and educational services to people and families living with anxiety disorders.

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CAFS- Child & Family Services Ballarat Inc

Provides programs to support children, young people, individuals and families who are in need of assistance.

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Relationships Australia- Victoria

Provide a range of services to support children, young people and their families including child and family counselling and educational… Continue reading "Relationships Australia- Victoria"

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Hills Neurological Rehabilitation

We are committed to providing expert physiotherapy treatment and advice to people living with neurological disease or injury in Perth’s… Continue reading "Hills Neurological Rehabilitation"

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UnitingCare NSW/ACT in partnership with SSI

In partnership with Settlement Services International (SSI)

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The Bouverie Centre

Combines clinical family therapy, academic teaching, research, workforce development and community education.

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Mandurah Physiotherapy

Suffering? We are passionate about patient care and our 30 years of service proves it. We are a state of… Continue reading "Mandurah Physiotherapy"

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Association for Children with a disability

Supports all families with children with a disability aged 0 to 18 years old. They provide a support Line, workshops,… Continue reading "Association for Children with a disability"

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MoodGYM

An interactive web-based program that helps people identify problem emotions and develop skills for preventing and managing depression.

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Hunter New England Area Health Service:

24 hour service staffed by qualified mental health clinicians who can help individuals, their carers and the wider community link… Continue reading "Hunter New England Area Health Service:"

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St John of God Hospital Murdoch Neurodiagnostic Centre

ALL ADULT GENERAL NEUROLOGY – Over the age of 16 CLINICAL NEUROPHYSIOLOGY – Murdoch Neurodiagnostic Services Electromyography and Nerve Conduction… Continue reading "St John of God Hospital Murdoch Neurodiagnostic Centre"

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Central Coast Disability Network

Assisted living programs with a specific ‘acquired brain injury independent living program’ if eligible.

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Palmville Group Homes

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Mental Health Association

Specialises in public policy, workforce development and training, and services that build individual, organisational and community capacity.

Service

Analysis WA Professional Counselling & Psychotherapy Services.

Through our professional Counselling & Therapy Services we endeavour to provide an amalgam of professionalism, absolute confidentiality, expertise, and sensitivity.… Continue reading "Analysis WA Professional Counselling & Psychotherapy Services."

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Anglicare Disability Case Management & Brokerage

0 – 65yo with different types of disabilities (physical, sensory, neurological – brain injury)

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Arbias

Service

Care Connect

Redfern Community Options- complex case management

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Access Brain Injury Services

Rehab and consultancy service specialising in brain injury. Clinical services,case management, vocational Rehab, periodic support/advice, group programs and counselling.

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OCTEC

Has both DES and Transition to Work (TTW). Covers region – Macarthur, Macleay, Manning, Murray Darling, Nepean, New England, North… Continue reading "OCTEC"

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Nova Employment

Covers wide range of different disabilities, areas and industry. (May not be suitable for someone with very specific or complex… Continue reading "Nova Employment"

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Wellways

A not-for-profit mental health and disability support organization. Their services span mental health, disability and community care

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Max Employment

Under Max Solutions – also includes indigenous employment program

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Barkuma Neighbourhood Centre

Aboriginal Service Providers: Gosford, Wyong, Cessnock, Dungog, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Muswellbrook, Newcastle, Port Stephens, Singleton, Upper Hunter.

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Disability Employment Service

Assistance in finding a job, ongoing support, vocational training, workplace mods, work prep. Two types of services: disability management service… Continue reading "Disability Employment Service"

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Melbourne Neuropsychiatry

Provides expertise in clinical, research, teaching and consulting work in psychiatry, neuropsychiatry and consultation-liaison psychiatry with patients with psychological and… Continue reading "Melbourne Neuropsychiatry"

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Family Relationship Services For Carers (FRSC)

This service can arrange a number of counselling sessions to assist individuals, couples and families to work through issues connected… Continue reading "Family Relationship Services For Carers (FRSC)"

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MAX Solutions

Provides assistance to find the right job, prepare resumes, develop skills and experience to apply for work.

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ARBIAS

Not for profit organisation that provides specialist services for people with an acquired brain injury and high complex needs which… Continue reading "ARBIAS"

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Dr Ross Goodheart – Neurologist

Providing neurological consultative services and nerve conduction and electrophysiological services at his rooms in South Perth.

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Paul Gertler

Clinical Neuropsychologist who also offers psychological services for BI – behaviour support, memory aides, social integration etc.

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Adssi Homeliving

Offer short term, periodic or longer term case management services.

Service

Mind Australia

Supports people dealing with the day to day impacts of mental illness as well as their families, friends and carers.

Service

Yulu-Burri-Ba Capalaba

Service

Beyond Blue

Support for individuals with depression and anxiety. 24hr phone line available. Chat online. Or Email option.

Service

North West Disability Services

Provides personal/attendant care for people with ABI. Also includes other activities like setting up computer in clients’ home, home maintenance,… Continue reading "North West Disability Services"

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Vision Australia

Provides specialist employment service for people with vision impairment.

Service

Victims of Crime

Information and referral in relation of being a victim of crime.

Service

Greater Southern Area Health Service:

24 hour service staffed by qualified mental health clinicians who can help individuals, their carers and the wider community link… Continue reading "Greater Southern Area Health Service:"

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Kurranulla Aboriginal Corporation- with Wyanga Aged care and Guriwal Aboriginal Corporation

Aboriginal Service Providers, covers areas: Botany Bay, Hurstville, Kogarah, Randwick, Rockdale, Sutherland Shire, Sydney, Waverley, Woollahra, Canada Bay, Leichhardt, Marrickville.

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Carers Australia

Short- term counselling and emotional and psychological support services for carers and their families in each state and territory.

Service

The Disability Trust

Provide personal care and support to people living independently in the community. Clients receive individual funding to meet their appropriate… Continue reading "The Disability Trust"

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Shyness and social anxiety treatment Australia

Trained clinical psychologists who have substantial experience in the treatment of shyness and social phobia.

Service

Black Dog Institute

Information on symptoms, treatment and prevention of depression and bipolar disorder.

Service

Reconnexion

Provides counselling, telephone, information and support, community information and health practioner education for those living with anxiety, stress, depression and… Continue reading "Reconnexion"

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ABI Brain Injury Services

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ABI Services

Specialised supported accommodation in Bathurst. 14 to 55 years of age

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Gem Hill Cottage

Respite funded through ADHC and MAA. Established specifically for people with a brain injury.

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Hunter Brain Injury Respite Options: Isabella Close

Respite. Must have a brain injury and live in the Hunter Region.

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GROW

Provides mental health support groups and services

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Victorian Transcultural Mental Health

Provides organisational development, community engagement, workforce education and support, research and evaluation.

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Royal Ryde Rehab Weemala

Range from high support accommodation to drop in support.

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Sane Australia

Provide services for people affected by mental illness, their family and friends including a helpline, online forums, information and resources.

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YoungCare

Working with young people to move them out of aged care.

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Mental Health Victoria

The peak body for mental health service providers in Victoria. Specialises in public policy, workforce development and training and services… Continue reading "Mental Health Victoria"

Service

Access Brain Injury Services

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Synapse strongly rejects compulsory NDIS Independent Assessments

The Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), the Hon Stuart Robert, recently announced the introduction of compulsory Independent Assessments for people with disability to be able to access the NDIS, and as part of the plan review process. Synapse opposes this, and here’s why.

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Aged Care Royal Commission Final Report Recommendations Welcomed By Disability Advocacy Organisation

The key recommendations relating to younger people with disability, outlined in the newly released final report of the Aged Care Royal Commission, have been warmly welcomed by the Summer Foundation, Youngcare and Synapse.

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Danny Li – Returning to work after a brain injury

Danny speaks about his journey back to work after a brain injury and offers his tips on navigating the recruitment process.

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Making Connections over a Cuppa

We know that for many living with brain injury, it can be difficult to find and connect with others who have similar experiences. Our online peer group chats have become an important and meaningful way for our communities to connect over a cuppa.

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MEDIA RELEASE: NDIA plans ‘doubling down’ on exclusion for marginalised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

Plans to introduce independent assessments to access the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will amount to a ‘doubling down’ on exclusion for some of Australia’s most marginalised peoples.

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Stories from our Community

This year most of the world is experiencing what it is to be socially isolated, which is something that people with brain injury often experience. We asked the members of our Reconnections support groups to share with us their experiences with social isolation and what they did about it.

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Maintaining Relationships

Everyone wants to be loved, it's a fundamental human need. We all need people to talk to and laugh with, spend time with, share ideas, worries and joys. But after brain injury our relationships with partners, family and friends can often change quite significantly.

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Understanding Behaviour Changes after Brain Injury

Behaviour changes are part of brain injury for most people, but it’s an aspect that often isn’t fully apparent until you return home and life outside of the hospital routines begins.

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Everyday Isolation After a Brain Injury – What Does It Look Like?

Picture this: You’re stuck at home. Your normal routine is gone, and there’s limits on what you can do and you can’t do. You’ve watched more TV recently than you ever have before in your life. Your life usually has structure – work, study, hobbies, going out with friends, and without that, you’re feeling bored and frustrated. When will this end?

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NAIDOC Week 2023

This NAIDOC week we celebrate our Synapse Elders. Our Elders guide and ensure we stay connected to community and culture.

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Synapse CEO, Jennifer Cullen, Receives Degree of Doctor of the University

Synapse—Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation CEO, Jennifer Cullen, has been awarded an honorary degree of the Doctor of the University from Griffith University.

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Summer holiday opening hours

Our team will be here to support anyone impacted by brain injury during the holiday season.

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How to combat fatigue

Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of brain injury. When you live with a brain injury, the tiredness you feel is often cognitive fatigue. In this article, we’ll discuss what cognitive fatigue is and how you can manage and combat it in everyday life while living with a brain injury.

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Increases in youth detention will see discrimination continue against those with a brain injury

Synapse believes building more youth detention centres will see young people impacted by brain injuries continue to be discriminated against.

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Jayden & Milena’s love story

Jayden was in a motorcycle accident in 2017, which saw him suffer a brain injury. In 2019, two years after his injury, Jayden met his now wife Milena.

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‘Just a draft’ still means it was – or is – in the mix

The leaking of draft changes to the NDIS strikes a blow not just to those potentially affected, but at the very heart of what could, and should, be a life and society-changing scheme.

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Staying socially connected after brain injury

Before Jayden’s accident he spent most of his free time either motorbike riding, playing footy or playing the drums in a cover band with his mates. After his accident, he found that these were not an option for him anymore.

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Meet Nadine Holliday – Creating opportunities to connect through Synapse Peer

We recognise how important it is for people impacted by brain injury to connect with others who understand. Our Peer program is making this a reality for people across a range of activities, in-person and online

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Brain injury and the link to perpetrators of domestic violence

The current justice systems fail to recognise the significant link between domestic violence of both perpetrators, victim survivors, and brain injury.

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Reducing the number of Younger Australians in Residential Aged Care

The Australian Government’s decision to establish a task force to end the practice of placing young people with disability in aged care is an important step.

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New initiatives to stop younger people going into aged care by 2022

Organisations supporting young people living in nursing homes have welcomed the Morrison Government’s commitment to work to the targets endorsed by the Aged Care Royal Commission.

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Assessing the Disability Needs of Indigenous Prisoners

Synapse is sub-contracted to Griffith University to run the Assessing the Disability Needs of Indigenous Prisoners (ADNIP) project, which is funded by the Department of Social Services. This is a national project examining the methods and processes for the identification of disability and provision of support for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander prisoners and formerly incarcerated people.

Man in hospital bed holding hands with young girl

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Grappling with the ‘New Normal’

Adjusting to a different life and finding your new normal after brain injury can be a difficult time. People in our Reconnections group often share that it feels like no one around them understands what they are going through.

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Sexuality after a brain injury

Brain injury and sex can still carry a great deal of stigma. Yet, it's important to talk about how sex and sexuality changes after a brain injury.

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What support are people looking for

As individuals navigate the complex landscape that is recovering from a brain injury, they often find themselves in need of specific information and services to better understand and manage the cognitive and physical impacts.

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MEDIA RELEASE: Brain Injury Awareness Week 16-22 August 2021

Next week is Brain Injury Awareness Week and this year’s theme is Every Brain Injury is Different. This pivotal advocacy week focuses on creating awareness in the community about the 700,000-plus Australians impacted by brain injury and their daily struggle to live in a world where their “disability” is often invisible.

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Drawing from experiences – visual art and brain injury

We know art offers the chance to explore ideas and creative concepts. For people living with brain injury, it also provides an incredible opportunity to process and express their experiences – from the early stages through to the challenges and successes of recovery and day-to-day life.

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What is ABI the Facts?

ABI The Facts is a comprehensive brain injury resource for professionals, individuals and families. It provides simple explanations of complex medical terms and delivers guidance for every stage of the brain injury journey.

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Community Living Initiative Mentor

Jamen started working at the Community Living Initiative in Cairns two-months before it opened to tenants in 2017. His role is to mentor the team working at the Community Living Initiative and act as a conduit between the team and tenants.

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Aphasia Awareness Month

In early 2022 action star Bruce Willis publicly announced that he had aphasia, the condition was thrown into the public eye as everyone tried to work out what was happening to one of Hollywood’s biggest stars of all time.

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Understanding brain injury from a distance

Brain injury has a profound and underestimated impact on society. It’s important that everyone plays their part and does what they can to understand brain injury and support people in meaningful and impactful ways.

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Understanding the cycle of vulnerability

Brain injury can impact someone at any stage of life and no two brain injuries are ever the same. Without the right support, knowledge and opportunities at the key milestones in life, people living with a brain injury can fall into the cycle of vulnerability.

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How screening for brain injury can change corrections outcomes

The issue of brain injury while incarcerated is complex and disproportionately affects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander prisoners. Brain injury currently receives relatively little recognition in the criminal justice system.

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Brain Injury Awareness Week highlights invisible disabilities

Brain Injury Awareness Week runs from 19-25 August and heralds an opportunity to raise awareness for the 700,000 Australians who live with a brain injury.

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Returning to work after a brain injury

With the right support and resources, you can successfully transition back into the workforce after a brain injury.

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Synapse mentioned in Disability Royal Commissions Final Report

In September, the Disability Royal Commission published their Final Report with mention of Synapse's advocacy work and projects.

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Stroke Foundation helping first nations communities thrive after stroke

The Stroke Foundation has launched a new resource specially designed to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people live well after stroke.

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Synapse awarded a $1.8 million NDIS grant to extend information services nationally.

In late 2019 Synapse was awarded a three-year, $1.8 million Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) grant from the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to deliver a National Information Program focused on expanding brain injury information services over the next three years.

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Expanding Our Family Liaison Service

Synapse Family Liaison Officers provide practical support and information to family members and carers of people who have brain injury.   

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Brain injury and employment barriers

Brain injury is an invisible or hidden disability, so many of the impacts aren’t visible and often rely on the person disclosing this information when applying for, starting, or during their employment.

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Media release: Response to the Disability Royal Commissions Final Report

Synapse Australia claims issues outlined in the Disability Royal Commissions Final Report are well known to have existed in our systems and only make up part of the problem.

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Working While Caring

While returning to work may not be possible or desired for all carers, we wanted to hear the experiences of those in our community who have returned to work and the things they had to consider along the way to balance their time and responsibilities.

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Domestic violence and brain injury

The raw picture of domestic violence in Australia is not a pretty one, with one report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare revealing 1 in 6 women have experienced physical and/or sexual violence since the age of 15 – roughly 1.6 million women.

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How to navigate changing relationships

Relationships are so important as they make us feel supported, connected and loved. In this article we’ll talk about how a brain injury may impact the different relationships in someone’s life.

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Get the Most from Changes to NDIS Support Coordination

The NDIA has decided to indefinitely extend the use of core funding to access Support Coordination, making it easier to get the most from your NDIS plan.

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Galentines & bromances – Connecting with friends in recovery

No matter what the month there’s always a great excuse to focus on true friends and strengthening your connection with them. This article explores how you can help your friends better understand you after your brain injury and ways you can explore new friendships.

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Chair Yoga and Meditation

We hosted a free online Chair Yoga class with our guests Julie Clark and Claire Cunneen (All Ability Yoga). Yoga is for every BODY. Join in for this 30 minute yoga and 15 minute meditation for all abilities.

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Understanding Social Isolation as You Recover

The journey of recovery following a brain injury looks different for everyone. Coming to terms with your injury can be challenging and complex as you learn about what’s changed in yourself and life around you.

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Brain Drain Co. Market Day shows local support for Synapse

Brain Drain Co. hosted their inaugural Market Day in support of Synapse on December 21st at Crowbar in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley. The afternoon event saw local creators and musicians come together to raise awareness of the work Synapse does to support families impacted by brain injury.

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Misconceptions disconnecting older Aussies from support

Misconceptions about the causes and impact of brain injury can be damaging and stop older Australians from seeking the support they need. Ageing Australians do not need to struggle in silence.

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Parenting and brain injury with Jayden

Our BrainBank Panelist Jayden is a proud dad of two beautiful girls. He sat down with our team to talk about how he worked to be an active and engaged parent and dad while living with a brain injury.

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Launch of New Online Brain Injury Hub to Guide People Through Recovery

Synapse - Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation, has launched a new website which includes a comprehensive brain injury information hub.

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4 ways to manage pain

“1 in 5 Australians aged 45 and over are living with persistent, ongoing pain.”

Brain bank panellist having a conversation

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Synapse’ BrainBank Panel brings personalised connection for people navigating life with brain injury

The soon to be launched BrainBank panel is a peer panel, operated by and for people who have lived experience of brain injury.

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The Afternoon Shift – Tim Cudmore

If you missed Tim Cudmore’s Afternoon Shift talk on Brain Injury’s invisible disabilities on November 3rd, the recording is now available.

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Opinion: Ignorant change by the Queensland Government sees justice system again fail kids

The Queensland Government’s response to be tough on crime comes with a harsher cost to the lives of many children across the state, particularly those who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), brain injuries, or other cognitive impairment.

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Expanding our Services Nationally

2020 is shaping up to be a big year for Synapse as we roll out the three-year $1.8 million Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) NDIS grant to extend our brain injury information and referral service nationally.

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Media Release: Synapse testify Guddi Way Screen success to the Disability Royal Commission

Brain injury is often called the ‘hidden’ disability due to its lack of physical evidence of injury, making it difficult to screen for and assess in Australian prisoners. Yet, having a brain injury in the criminal justice system makes an instrumental difference on the way prisoners are assessed and treated in and out of a prison.

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Synapse Information & Referral – Helping you navigate brain injury

When brain injury impacts your life or the life of someone you care for, there can be a lot of complex circumstances and systems to navigate. Between adjusting to life with a brain injury and finding suitable support, knowing where to start or who to turn to can be difficult.

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Returning to the Fray

Reintegrating into society after chronic illness is a challenge that Sarah faced after years of living with a brain injury and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME).

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Christmas with a Brain Injury

Christmas can be overwhelming at the best of times, but living with ABI can make the chaos of shopping, noise and lights unbearable. If you or someone you care for has an ABI, there are a few ways you can help prevent Christmas cheer descending into seasonal struggle.

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Supporting your mental health as a carer

The changes people can experience when living with a brain injury can sometimes make caring for them overwhelming.

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Women’s Health Week: Addressing domestic violence and its impact on brain injury in women

As we celebrate Women’s Health Week 2024, it’s vital to shine a light on a critical issue that often remains hidden: domestic violence and its concerning link to brain injury in women.

Events

5 Mar

Synapse’s Your Brain Matters: Ageing Support Drop-in – Logan North

Our 'Your Brain Matters' community drop-in provides Seniors impacted by brain injury the opportunity to chat and receive support!

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The benefits of brain injury training

Synapse helps health professionals stay up to date with the latest research and developments through brain injury training.

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How could the 2022/23 Budget affect the brain injury community?

Synapse has broken down the key elements in this year’s budget that are relevant to those living with brain injury and their carers below to help our community understand how this budget affects them.

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The NDIS journey – What to expect

This article explores what you can expect at different stages of accessing and using you NDIS plan as someone living with a brain injury.

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Emotional Regulation

Improving emotional regulation after an ABI can be very challenging. UWA School of Psychology recently presented some tips on retraining the way we think.

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University of Sydney study to explore the impact of stroke on sexuality

Sydney University is conducting a research study about the experiences of sexuality post stroke to assist with the ongoing development of sexual rehabilitation for future stroke survivors within the LGBTQI+ community.

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Changing outcomes for people with FASD

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) has a profound impact on individuals from birth and as they age. Understanding FASD as a brain injury is instrumental in achieving better outcomes for people.

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Network event attracts brain injury specialists

Brain injury professionals gathered recently for Synapse Western Australia’s inaugural network meeting to share knowledge and collaborate on improving the experiences of people impacted by brain injury.

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Synapses believes Black Lives Matter

We are committed to the work we do together with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

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Synapse highlights high rate of brain injury caused by domestic violence

During May, Synapse - Australia's Brain Injury Organisation, is raising awareness about the high rate of brain injury sustained by victims of domestic violence.

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Brain Injury Network NSW event connects services across the state

This week we held our Brain Injury Network event in New South Wales, connecting providers and specialists in our combined pursuit to support people impacted by brain injury.

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NIISQ CEO Neil Singleton on Motor vehicle accidents and brain injury

While we all know that road safety is important, those who survive serious motor vehicle accidents and go on to live with significant conditions like brain injury are an often-forgotten figure.

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Men’s Health and Brain Injury

We know that of the half a million people in Australia who live with a brain injury, more than two-thirds of them are men.

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Brain Injury Network event

Our recent Synapse Brain Injury Network event featured speakers discussing their professional experience with working within the NDIS system, and getting the best outcome for their clients.

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Cook-along-at-home with Vikki Moursellas

For Brain Injury Awareness Week Vikki Moursellas guided our Reconnections community through cooking a delightful meal of lamb kefethes with pita bread and tzatziki.

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Synapse launch in Western Australia ensures local brain injury services

In late 2018, the Board of Headwest voted on a resolution to dissolve the organisation and transfer all assets to Synapse - Australia's Brain Injury Organisation.

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Migraines and Brain Injury

Migraines and headaches are extremely common in people who have experienced a brain injury, with 30 – 90% of people reporting symptoms.

Events

12 Mar

Synapse’s Your Brain Matters: Ageing Support Drop-in – Beenleigh

Our 'Your Brain Matters' community drop-in provides seniors impacted by brain injury the opportunity to chat and receive support!

19 Mar

Synapse’s Your Brain Matters: Ageing Support Drop-in – Logan Central

Our 'Your Brain Matters' community drop-in provides Seniors impacted by brain injury the opportunity to chat and receive support!

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Communication, brain injury and the experiences of Indigenous Australians

In this special interview Professor Beth Armstrong and Kerri Colegate discuss their work around communication difficulties after brain injury and stroke, with a particular focus on the experiences of Indigenous Australians.

Events

8 Mar

Synapse Perth Reconnections – March

Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury. Carers, families, and partners are also welcome.

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What’s the difference between brain injury and mental illness?

Brain injury is a known risk factor for developing a mental illness, yet the two are not the same.

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Developing Culturally Informed Employment Resources in Western Australia

Aboriginal people can sometimes experience challenges when connecting with and engaging services. These challenges often occur when services are developed without connection to local culture and community.

Events

September - December

Synapse Reconnections | Shoalhaven, NSW | October to December

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

15 - 28 June

Reconnections Carers group, WA – June

The Family & Carers Group is run in conjunction with Kings Park Warriors and provides a supportive environment where loved ones can share experiences, gain valuable insights, and build connections with others facing similar challenges.

July - September

Synapse Reconnections | Perth, WA | Carers Group | July to Sept

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Synapse wins grant to nationalise Guddi Way court program

Synapse has been awarded the Just Future grant, which aims to better understand the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with possible cognitive impairment to assist in informing sentencing and bail requirements.

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Synapse to develop an online brain injury information hub

After recently being awarded an Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) grant from the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Synapse is working with the brain injury and disability community across Australia to deliver a unique, comprehensive brain injury Information Hub.

Events

16 Feb

Synapse Perth Reconnections – February

Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury. Carers, families, and partners are also welcome.

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Active Ageing

The process of ageing is a normal part of life, but it can impact people living with a brain injury differently. Older individuals with a brain injury can often experience poor memory and can have periodic forgetfulness.

Events

12 Apr

Synapse Perth Reconnections – April

Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury. Carers, families, and partners are also welcome.

10 May

Synapse Perth Reconnections – May

Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury. Carers, families, and partners are also welcome.

14 Jun

Synapse Reconnections Perth – June

Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury. Carers, families, and partners are also welcome.

15 Sep

Synapse Perth Reconnections – September

Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury. Carers, families, and partners are also welcome.

13 Oct

Synapse Perth Reconnections – October

Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury. Carers, families, and partners are also welcome.

17 Oct

Synapse Carers Week Relaxation and Connection (Online)

In this online session, Pauline Manley from New Moves Wellness will provide relaxation and gentle movement for carers and/or family members of people with a brain injury.

July - September

Synapse Reconnections | Perth, WA | July to Sept

Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury. Carers, families, and partners are also welcome.

September - November

Synapse Reconnections | Goulburn, NSW | October and November

Our Goulburn peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

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Self-care tips from our community: National Carer’s Week 2021

National Carer's Week is upon us! Here are some top tips from our community for self-care.

Events

10 Nov

Synapse Perth Reconnections – November

Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury. Carers, families, and partners are also welcome.

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Removing barriers to create acceptance

International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) was recognised 3rd Dec. In this article, we explore what you can do to create and influence positive change in Australia.

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Synapse CEO Jennifer Cullen on the DSC ‘Disability Done Different’ Podcast

This month Jennifer sat down with the DSC team to yarn about being a proud Aboriginal woman and CEO of Synapse and how language, communication and co-design are vital to ensuring the inclusion of everyone in the disability sector.

Events

13 Dec

Synapse Perth Barefoot Bowls – December

A special Barefoot Bowls event! Come, join us and connect with others living with a brain injury.

July - September

Synapse Reconnections | Queensland | Online | October to December

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

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Synapse wins HESTA Excellence Award for Outstanding Organisation in Disability Services

Synapse wins 2020 HESTA Excellence Award for Outstanding Organisation in Disability Services

Events

5 May

Synapse Reconnections WA – May

Regular in person and online meet-ups for those in WA wanting to connect with others living with a brain injury.

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BIAW 2023 wrap-up

We’re so happy to have championed another Brain Injury Awareness Week to raise awareness of brain injury and its impact across Australia. Thank you to each person and company who came along side Synapse to share and highlight the week.

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August and September Reconnections

Learn from, connect with, and share your experience with others impacted by brain injury. Synapse has different Reconnection Groups for all ages. See our upcoming Reconnections groups and join a group near you.

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Synapse and Healthdirect Partner to Deliver Brain Injury Information Nationally

We recently partnered with the government-funded initiative Healthdirect Australia to provide quality brain injury information and advice to people across Australia.

Events

1 Feb

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – February

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

6 Jul

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – July

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

3 Aug

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – August

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

6 Jun

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – June

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

2 May

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – May

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

4 Apr

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – April

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

7 Mar

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – March

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

7 Dec

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – December

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

2 Nov

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – November

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

5 Oct

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – October

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

7 Sep

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – September

Our Shoalhaven brain injury group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

28 Mar

Brain Injury Network – Southeast QLD

Join us at our Brain Injury Network event to discuss ways to create positive connections with ageing communities impacted by brain injuries.

2 Nov

Synapse Reconnections Sunshine Coast Over 65s – November

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

14 Jul

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers WA – July

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across Western Australia.

30 Aug

Synapse Goulburn Reconnections – August

Our Goulburn peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

22 Mar

Synapse Reconnections Partners WA – March

Join us for a cup of tea or coffee and a chat to connect with other husbands, wives, and partners of people living with a brain injury across WA.

September - October

Synapse Reconnections | Central Coast, NSW | October

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

26 Apr

Synapse Reconnections Partners WA – April

Join us for a cup of tea or coffee and a chat to connect with other husbands, wives, and partners of people living with a brain injury across WA.

24 May

Synapse Reconnections Partners WA – May

Join us for a cup of tea or coffee and a chat to connect with other husbands, wives, and partners of people living with a brain injury across WA.

25 Aug

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – August

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

3 Feb

Synapse Reconnections WA – February

Regular in person and online meet-ups for those in WA wanting to connect with others living with a brain injury.

27 Oct

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – October

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

24 Nov

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – November

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

7 Jul

Synapse Reconnections WA – July

Regular in person and online meet-ups for those in WA wanting to connect with others living with a brain injury.

28 Feb

Synapse Goulburn Reconnections – February

Our Goulburn peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

27 Mar

Synapse Goulburn Reconnections – March

Our Goulburn peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

31 Mar

Synapse Reconnections WA – March

Regular in person and online meet-ups for those in WA wanting to connect with others living with a brain injury.

29 Sep

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – September

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

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Media release: Synapse awarded Court Link program with an emphasis on lived experience

Synapse begins delivering the pilot brokerage model, Court Link Community Support Service (CLCS), the Queensland Government brokerage program to support a proportion of individuals accessing Court Link.

Events

24 Apr

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – April

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

27 Sep

Synapse Goulburn Reconnections – September

Our Goulburn peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

23 Feb

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – February

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

25 Oct

Synapse Goulburn Reconnections – October

Our Goulburn peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

29 Nov

Synapse Goulburn Reconnections – November

Our Goulburn peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

31 Aug

Synapse Community Drop-in Session Caboolture – August

Drop-in and speak to members of the Synapse Information team in a safe and friendly environment in Caboolture.

3 Nov

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers WA – November

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across Western Australia.

28 Mar

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – March

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

28 Jun

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – June

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

September - October

Brain Injury Network – Southeast QLD

Join us for an interactive, hands-on event and build new connections! We will share some of the ways we all support people living with brain injury in their transition from hospital to home, and improve access to services through the strengthening of support networks.

28 Jul

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – July

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

31 Jan

Synapse Goulburn Reconnections – January

Our Goulburn peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

31 May

Synapse Central Coast Reconnections – May

A regular meet up on the Central Coast for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals.

29 Nov

WA Brain Injury Justice Forum

Our WA Brain Injury Justice Forum will bring together service providers from across the WA justice system.

6 Oct

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers WA – October

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across Western Australia.

11 Aug

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers WA – August

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across Western Australia.

19 Mar

Synapse Reconnections for Carers, Friends and Family NSW (Online) – March

An online group for carers and family of people living with brain injury to take some time out in a supportive space.

September - December

Synapse Reconnections | Northern Beaches, NSW | October to December

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

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Synapse Announced as Finalists for HESTA Excellence Awards

The HESTA Excellence Awards recognise exceptional achievements in a range of settings across aged care, allied health, community services and disability services. Synapse has been nominated for Outstanding Organisation in Disability Services, a testament to the hard work of our committed staff.

Events

7 Mar

Synapse Reconnections Maroochydore Seniors – March

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

June - July

Young Generations group WA – June

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 18 to 30 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury and maybe make some friends at the same time.

22 Mar

Synapse Reconnections Noosa Seniors – March

Come and meet up in Noosa and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

July - September

Synapse Reconnections | Perth, WA | Young Generations | July to Sept

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 18 to 30 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury and maybe make some friends at the same time.

23 Feb

Synapse Reconnections Noosa Seniors – February

Come and meet up in Noosa and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

1 Feb

Synapse Reconnections Maroochydore Seniors – February

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

6 Jun

Synapse Reconnections Maroochydore Seniors – June

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

4 Apr

Synapse Reconnections Maroochydore Seniors – April

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

2 May

Synapse Reconnections Maroochydore Seniors – May

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

9 Feb

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – February

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

9 Jun

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers WA – June

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across Western Australia.

14 Apr

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers WA – April

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across Western Australia.

7 Dec

Synapse Reconnections Sunshine Coast Over 65s – December

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

5 Oct

Synapse Reconnections Sunshine Coast Over 65s – October

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

14 Mar

Synapse Reconnections Younger Generation WA – March

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 year old’s. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

14 Feb

Synapse Reconnections Younger Generation WA – February

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 year old’s. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

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Synapse seeks meeting over NDIS legislation leak

We have written to the new NDIS Minister, Linda Reynolds, to request a meeting, and hope that we can offer people who have experienced brain injury, and their families and carers, rapid reassurance in the wake of these distressing revelations.

Events

10 Mar

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers WA – March

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across Western Australia.

19 - 20 July

EVENT CANCELLED: People’s Experiences of the NDIS exhibition

An immersive exhibition bringing together participants experiences with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) through art.

18 Aug

Synapse Reconnections Sunshine Coast Over 65s – August

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

8 Mar

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – March

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

12 Apr

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – April

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

10 May

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – May

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

26 Jun

Synapse Goulburn Reconnections – June

Our Goulburn peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

13 Jun

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – June

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

21 Jul

Synapse Reconnections Sunshine Coast Over 65s – July

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

15 Sep

Synapse Reconnections Sunshine Coast Over 65s – September

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

9 Jul

Synapse Reconnections | Parramatta, NSW | Walking Group | July to Sept

A social walking group for anyone impacted by brain injury. The aim is for the walk or wheel to be at a pace which is accessible for those who attend on the day.

News

What is causing the silent epidemic of brain injuries in the elderly?

Older people are acquiring brain injuries at an alarming rate. So why on earth is this happening and what can we do about it?

Events

11 Jun

Synapse Reconnections Walking Group NSW – June

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

17 Oct

Synapse Senior Rights Event (Online)

An online event to discuss the importance of understanding your rights in your caring role.

21 Oct

Carers Week BBQ – Perth WA

Synapse is hosting a BBQ in Perth to celebrate our WA carers and acknowledge National Carers Week.

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Reconnections – Dance with Ability

A few weeks back members of the Reconnections community met online to participate in ‘Dance with Ability’. This therapy-based dance program was great fun for everyone and showed how dance can build self-confidence and general health. You can re-watch the session and get moving to some great tunes with Shane and Keri.

Events

11 Jul

Synapse Younger Generation Reconnections NSW – July

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

13 Feb

Synapse Younger Generation Reconnections NSW – February

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

8 Aug

Synapse Younger Generation Reconnections NSW – August

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

12 Sep

Synapse Younger Generation Reconnections NSW – September

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

6 Sep

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – September

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

12 Mar

Synapse Younger Generation Reconnections NSW – March

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

14 May

Synapse Younger Generation Reconnections NSW – May

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

9 Apr

Synapse Younger Generation Reconnections NSW – April

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

10 Oct

Synapse Parramatta and Younger Generations Reconnections – October

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

26 Jul

Synapse Reconnections | Noosa, QLD | Seniors | July to Sept | CANCELLED

Come and meet up in Noosa and connect with other people who are over 65 and living with a brain injury. These groups will provide the opportunity to chat, provide support, education, and share some of your challenges, victories, as well as tips & tricks.

4 Jul

Synapse Reconnections | Maroochydore, QLD | Seniors | CANCELLED

Meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who are over 65 and living with a brain injury. These groups will provide the opportunity to chat, provide support, education, and share some of your challenges, victories, as well as tips & tricks.

News

NDIS participant booklets now in 17 languages, including Auslan

The NDIS made participant booklets available in 17 different languages, including digital braille and Auslan.

Events

2 Jun

Synapse Reconnections WA – June

Regular in person and online meet-ups for those in WA wanting to connect with others living with a brain injury.

17 Dec

Synapse Reconnections Chat and Relaxation (Online) – December

Join us for our online Reconnections support group where we will have an evening chat, followed by a relaxation session to unwind.

15 Oct

Carers Week – Synapse Reconnections Chat and Relaxation (Online) – October

This Carer's Week, join us for our online Reconnections support group where we will have an evening chat, followed by a relaxation session to unwind.

20 Jul

Synapse Reconnections Chat and Relaxation (Online) NSW | August | CANCELLED

Join us for our online Reconnections support group where we will have an evening chat, followed by a relaxation session to unwind.

18 Jun

Synapse Reconnections Chat and Relaxation (Online) – June

Join us for our online Reconnections support group where we will have an evening chat, followed by a relaxation session to unwind.

16 Apr

Synapse Reconnections Chat and Relaxation (Online) – April

Join us for our online Reconnections support group where we will have an evening chat, followed by a relaxation session to unwind.

20 Feb

Synapse Reconnections Chat and Relaxation (Online) – February

Join us for our online Reconnections support group where we will have an evening chat, followed by a relaxation session to unwind.

News

Landmarks lit up to support #BIAW23

Landmarks across Australia and being lit up purple and yellow to support Brain Injury Awareness Week (21 - 27 August 2023). Locations include Brisbane, Perth, and Townsville.

Events

September - October

Carers Week: Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends & Carers | Central West | October

Join us during Carers Week and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across the Central West.

3 Apr

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers Central West – April

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across the Central West.

7 Aug

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers Central West | August | CANCELLED

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across the Central West.

5 Jun

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers Central West – June

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across the Central West.

News

Ageing Support at Synapse

It’s important as we age that we get the support we need, to help us achieve the most independent and fulfilling life possible.

Events

4 Dec

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers Central West – December

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across the Central West.

5 Jul

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – July

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

Two Synapse workers discussing how to support brain injury

News

Growing Nationally, Engaging Locally

Despite the challenges presented by 2020, we are continuing to grow as Australia’s Brain Injury Organisation. With the expansion of our services in Western Australia and continued progress on several significant national projects, there are plenty of opportunities to join the Synapse team and make a difference for people impacted by brain injury.

Events

26 Aug

Synapse Canberra Reconnections – August

Our peer group in Canberra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

September - December

Synapse Reconnections | Illawarra, NSW | October to December

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

September - December

Synapse Reconnections | Hunter, NSW | October to December

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

News

Brain Injury Chats – Communicating the ‘Invisible Disability’

Synapse Community Partnerships Manager Sonya Green and our Family Liaison Officer Damien Mowle discuss the importance of communicating your brain injury to others.

Events

7 Feb

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers Central West – February

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across the Central West.

11 Aug

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – August

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

8 Sep

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – September

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

13 Oct

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – October

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

10 Nov

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – November

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

8 Dec

Synapse Northern Beaches Reconnections – December

A regular meet up in the Northern Beaches of Sydney for people with a brain injury and their support network.

2 Aug

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – August

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

18 Jul

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – July

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

3 Apr

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – April

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

3 Jul

Synapse Reconnections | Riverwood, NSW | Mandarin Group | July to Oct | CANCELLED

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

6 Mar

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – March

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

7 Feb

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – February

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

18 Oct

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – October

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

News

Brain injury remains invisible to federal government

In 2022-2023 the Federal Government doubled the Disability Representative Organisations grants (DRO) from $2.6 million to $5.2 million annually.

Events

29 Jul

Synapse Canberra Reconnections – July

Our peer group in Canberra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

15 Aug

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – August

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

20 Sep

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – September

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

15 Nov

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – November

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

20 Dec

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – December

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

News

April & May Reconnections Groups

Find March and April support groups for those impacted by a brain injury. Support groups can be critical in helping cope with a brain injury.

Events

23 Aug

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers Dubbo – August

Join us and connect with other family, friends and support networks of people living with a brain injury across Dubbo.

September - December

Synapse Reconnections | Parramatta, NSW | October to December

Our Parramatta Reconnections group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

News

NAIDOC Week 2021 – Heal Country!

When we talk about country it's about a connection to both land and culture - more than just place. Country is who our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are and where they get their strength from.

Events

1 Jan

Synapse Canberra Reconnections – Expression of Interest

Are you interested in attending a face-to-face peer group in Canberra to connect with others living with brain injury? Get in touch!

5 Sep

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – September

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

21 Feb

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers (online) – February

An online group for carers and family of people living with brain injury to connect and share their experiences.

18 Sep

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – September

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

News

Brain Injury Awareness Week – ‘Welcome to our World’: Social Isolation after Brain Injury

Brain Injury Awareness Week is being held this year 17-23 August. Our theme for 2020 is ‘Welcome to our World’: Social Isolation after Brain Injury.

Events

23 Nov

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – November

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

September - December

Synapse Reconnections | Wagga Wagga, NSW | October to December

Our peer group in the Wagga Wagga is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

17 Aug

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers (online) QLD – August

An online group for Queensland carers and family of people living with brain injury to share and connect.

3 Oct

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – October

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

7 Nov

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – November

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

5 Dec

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – December

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

6 Feb

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – February

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

16 Oct

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – October

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

14 Sep

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers (online) QLD – September

An online group for Queensland carers and family of people living with brain injury to share and connect.

15 May

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – May

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

1 Aug

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – August

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

17 Apr

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – April

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

21 Dec

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – December

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

5 Mar

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – March

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

2 Apr

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – April

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

7 May

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – May

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

4 Jun

Synapse Illawarra Reconnections – June

Our peer group in the Illawarra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

15 Feb

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – February

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

21 Mar

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – March

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

18 Apr

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – April

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

16 May

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – May

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

20 Jun

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – June

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

News

Encephalitis as a cause of Acquired Brain Injury

In this special conversation, guests Corinna Melville, Rachael Schwarz, Veronique Theberge and Karen Tighe from across Australia and New Zealand discuss how Encephalitis can affect anyone of any age or gender, and share their intimate experiences of what it is like to survive.

Events

21 Aug

Synapse Hunter Reconnections – August

Our Hunter peer group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

21 Feb

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – February

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

20 Mar

Synapse QLD Reconnections (online) – March

Synapse Reconnections QLD group is held via Zoom online to bring together people with brain injury and their support networks across Queensland.

News

Art Therapy workshop

On August 17, we had an art therapy workshop in our Peer to Peer support group.

Events

1 Nov

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – November

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

1 May

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – May

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

19 Oct

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers (online) QLD – October

An online group for Queensland carers and family of people living with brain injury to share and connect.

News

Brain Injury Awareness Week – August 16 – 22, 2021

Brain Injury Awareness Week 2021 recognises that every brain injury is different and shares the stories of those impacted

Events

7 Jul

Synapse Parramatta Reconnections – July

Our Parramatta Reconnections group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

4 Aug

Synapse Parramatta Reconnections – August

Our Parramatta Reconnections group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

17 Oct

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers (online) NSW – October

An online group for carers and family of people living with brain injury to take some time out in a supportive space.

23 Nov

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers (online) QLD – November

An online group for Queensland carers and family of people living with brain injury to share and connect.

6 Dec

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – December

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

14 Dec

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers (online) QLD – December

An online group for Queensland carers and family of people living with brain injury to share and connect.

1 Sep

Synapse Parramatta Reconnections – September

Our Parramatta Reconnections group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

19 Sep

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers (online) – September

An online group for carers and family of people living with brain injury to take some time out in a supportive space.

21 Mar

Synapse Reconnections for Family, Friends, Carers (online) – March

An online group for carers and family of people living with brain injury to take some time out in a supportive space.

11 Oct

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – October

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

26 Oct

Regional QLD Brain Injury Network event (online)

We're inviting anyone in regional or remote QLD to join the Synapse team for an online brain injury networking event.

5 Jun

Synapse Reconnections Mandarin – June

This Reconnections group is for Mandarin speaking people living with brain injury, their family members and carers.

12 Dec

Synapse Younger Generation Reconnections NSW – December

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

14 Nov

Synapse Younger Generation Reconnections NSW – November

A social group for anyone impacted by brain injury aged 16 to 35 years old. Come and connect with others living with brain injury.

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