Interchange Illawarra

Some good information about how you can have Sporting Activities or equipment funded if these activities link back to your NDIS Plan. The article was published by Plan Partners so you can expect a little bit of Self Promotion in the article :)

Been looking for a supported Playgroup? Dapto Playconnect Playgroup runs on a Monday morning from 9.30am to 11.30am, supporting children with autism or developmental delays in communication, behaviour or social skills. 0-6 years of age.

Interchange is a proud supporter of Blue Rose Interactive Sensory Installation back at the IPAC in September 2018!
This is a free event for all ages and all abilities.
For more information and booking times visit merrigong.com.au/shows/blue-rose.html or contact Phillip on 0427 697 173 or phillip@be.org.au
... *Groups are welcome. Information on drop-off/pick-up zones and parking permits for mini-buses can be provided upon request
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We can’t let these two lovely lady’s Birthdays go by without a cake and an enthusiastic Happy Birthday song from us all here at Interchange!!
Happy Birthday Amanda and Brooke!

A three day workshop at Interchange Illawarra covering all you need to know to decide whether you would like to Self Manage your NDIS package.
Note: Even though you register for just the 7th September, this will commit you to attending the 2nd and 3rd training days - 14th & 21st September.
The cost is $150 for the three days if you do not have the applicable line item to cover the training in your NDIS package.
... Click below for further information
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Last week a few of you attended Interchange's Parent/Carer Yoga session at Dapto Ribbonwood Centre. We hope you enjoyed your time out :)

Do you have an NDIS Plan that is close to a 12 month review? Uniting is holding Workshops to assist participants, carers and families to prepare for their meetings.
The next local Workshops will be held at the following venues from 10am to 12pm
Unanderra Community Centre - 21/8/18 ... Stockland Shellharbour Community Room - 14/9/18 Dapto Ribbonwood Centre - 21/9/18 Warrawong Community Centre - 28/9/18 Corrimal Community Centre - 14/11/18 Thirroul Community Centre - 29/11/18 Corrimal Community Centre - 12/12/18 Unanderra Community Centre - 18/12/18
If you would like to attend, please book in through Uniting on 4253 6580 or email kdrakakis@uniting.org
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How good is this!! Great try Thomas :)

Congratulations Christine!! We are so thankful to you and Quota International Leisure Coast for all you do for the people in our Community!!

Who wants to get stepping this September?? Funds raised go to kids and adults with Cerebal Palsy.

We really love the below excerpt from this piece written by Natalie Roberts Mazzeo, Writer, Speaker & Founder of Miracle Mama.
"Please be reassured that in this life, when you see people living with diversity, all you have to remember is that underneath it all, they are just like you; beautifully human, and all you have to do is respond from that place. Human to human, heart to heart."
Thumbs up from us :)

Just a reminder for our Support Workers that Time Sheets must be submitted today before 12pm. Don't forget the new requirement for Support Workers on Groups to also complete a Time Sheet. Thanks everyone :)

The guys from today’s Social Support group showing off their art work 🙂 love all the bright colours!!

Awwwwwe!! So cute!!

What a great service this is to our Community!
AIDER Program (Assistance for Infirm, Disabled and Elderly Residents) - A one-off free service to reduce bush fire hazards. The property must be bush fire prone, meaning an area of land that can support a bush fire or is likely to be subject to bush fire attack.
Eligibility - Aged residents and residents with disability who have limited domestic support from family, relatives, friends or other services.
... Call 02 8471 4955 to request an assessment of your property.
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Feeling the love everyone!! Over 900 likes :)

*update*. Thank you to everyone that shared the post of the boy in Koonawarra. The post has now been removed as his Mum has been contacted.

Ooohhhhhh!!! Can we have one too please??

Looking to make new friends? My Disability Matters Club just might be the place for you :)

My daughter Narelle has been with Interchange Peer Support for 13 years now, but just last year we found that they offer a whole lot more. Thanks to our association with Interchange we are now very happy residents of Kemira and Narelle has support twice a week to implement her Life Choices package which we hope to continue with when the NDIS rolls in.

My daughter Narelle has been with Interchange Peer Support for 13 years now, but just last year we found that they offer a whole lot more. Thanks to our association with Interchange we are now very happy residents of Kemira and Narelle has support twice a week to implement her Life Choices package which we hope to continue with when the NDIS rolls in.