Those providing assessment and support within the NDIS should have appropriate education and training about brain injury and the cultural needs of Indigenous Australians.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with disabilities have much lower rates of access to appropriate services and supports including the NDIS.
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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.
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Synapse is working to respond to the unique needs of people with brain injury as a result of domestic violence, contributing to improved outcomes.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Adverse life experiences can influence vulnerability to disadvantage including violence, trauma and substance (AOD) misuse, all of which can lead to brain injury.
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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.
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