We recently commenced a campaign that focuses on ensuring safe, reliable and predictable personalised transport for customers across Queensland. Personalised transport includes taxis, maxi taxis, limousine services and ride-booking services. With the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) expected to increase demand for wheelchair accessible transport options, we have identified several concerns about the future availability […]
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Awareness Week brings members together
We’re holding a series of member lunches across Queensland to mark Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week (4 – 10 September) and Disability Action Week (10 – 16 September). This national week is an initiative of the Australian Spinal Injury Alliance, which represents eight of the country’s largest spinal cord injury organisations. This year’s theme is “I […]
World Spinal Cord Injury Day promotes inclusion
Now an annual event, World Spinal Cord Injury Day will take place on Tuesday 5 September, aiming to increase awareness throughout the community. This global day is an initiative of the International Spinal Cord Society (ISCoS) and promotes disability inclusion throughout the world. This year’s theme is “Yes we can”, challenging perceptions of what it […]
Our NDIS workshops answer your questions
We’re holding workshops in Rockhampton in September to assist you to plan for the NDIS. The roll out of the scheme will begin in the region from November 2017. When the time comes, it’s important for you to be well prepared to ensure you receive the full support you require to live the life you choose. Come along to […]
Challenging perceptions this Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week will be held from 4 – 10 September, to raise awareness of the daily lives of people who have a spinal cord injury. This national week is an initiative of the Australian Spinal Injury Alliance, which represents eight of the country’s largest spinal cord injury organisations. This year’s theme is […]
Seniors Week enhances community connections
Queensland’s Seniors Week will be held from 19-27 August, celebrating the many contributions older people make in their communities. Our Bundaberg Spinal Injuries Network is hosting a display at the Seniors Expo at the Multiplex Centre from 8.30am – 1pm. Entry is $3 with a free morning tea. Our Townsville Post Polio Network will also […]
Maryborough community shares accessible transport concerns
We recently hosted a community meeting to discuss ways to ensure safe, reliable and predictable personalised transport services in Maryborough and the Fraser Coast region. Personalised transport includes taxis, maxi taxis, limousine services and ride-booking services. Spinal Life Australia Chief Advisor – Government, John Mayo, said the roll out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme […]
Attend our second Transverse Myelitis awareness event
We’re hosting a series of events to raise awareness and share information about Transverse Myelitis. Our second event will be held on Monday 4 September, featuring Dr Benjamin Greenberg, a highly respected, internationally-recognised expert in treating rare autoimmune disorders of the central nervous system. Dr Greenberg will be teleconferencing from the United States where he is Director […]
Rockhampton members share transport concerns
We recently hosted a community meeting to discuss ways to ensure safe, reliable and predictable personalised transport services in Rockhampton. Personalised transport includes taxis, maxi taxis, limousine services and ride-booking services. Spinal Life Australia Chief Advisor – Government, John Mayo, said the roll out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) from November 2017 was […]
Multi-million-dollar Cairns project to create jobs, support people with disability in FNQ
Spinal Life Australia has received funding to build an innovative centre in Cairns that will provide specialist services for people with spinal cord damage and other physical disabilities. The $12 million centre will be the first of its kind in Far North Queensland and regional Australia, offering short-term accessible accommodation, allied health services and training. […]