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EXPLORING ADVANCES IN AUGMENTATIVE AND ALTERNATIVE COMMUNICATION (AAC)
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is growing in popularity but still feels like a misunderstood and underutilised resource...
CPSN
Aug 18, 20225 min read
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EXPLORING CULTURALLY SAFE COMMUNICATION WITH ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE
In today's Western dominant society, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people continue to be a marginalised and socially...
CPSN
Jul 25, 20224 min read
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CPSN’S BOARD KICKSTARTER PROGRAM
Many people with disabilities want to know how they can advocate for their community. Sitting on a Board as a person with lived...
CPSN
Jul 20, 20222 min read
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HOW LONG SHOULD THE DISABILITY COMMUNITY WAIT TO RECEIVE A FOURTH COVID 19 VACCINE?
Due to the BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron Covid-19 subvariants triggering a surge in cases throughout the country, the Australian government has...
CPSN
Jul 18, 20223 min read
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FINDING DISABILITY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR CHILD
Keeping your child entertained and stimulated is a huge priority for any parent. When your child has a physical disability, this priority...
CPSN
Jun 17, 20223 min read
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SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR EMPLOYMENT SURVEY
CPSN is proud to announce that as part of our Human Rights strategy, we are focussing on “Employment” for this year to assist our members...
CPSN
Jun 17, 20221 min read
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DONATING AND FUNDRAISING FOR IMPACT AT CPSN
Have you ever wondered how your donations help the cause? You’re not alone. Many donors commonly want to learn more about the impact that...
CPSN
Jun 1, 20223 min read
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6 THINGS I HAVE LEARNED FROM CREATING A YOUTUBE SERIES ABOUT ADULTS WITH CEREBRAL PALSY
My workday as the Membership and Communications Officer at CPSN usually consists of finding new and exciting ways to convey the...
Greg McPherson
May 18, 20224 min read
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A GUIDE TO FIRST DIAGNOSING AND TREATING CEREBRAL PALSY
Finding out your child is at high risk for cerebral palsy (CP) can be a stressful and emotional time. This diagnosis might be something...
CPSN
May 5, 20226 min read
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CPSN LAUNCHES NEW DISABILITY LIFEHACKS SERIES
Our news feeds get infiltrated every day with ever-evolving assistive tech gadgets and artificial intelligence software; we cannot always...
CPSN
Apr 14, 20222 min read
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SURF’S UP FOR CPSN MEMBERS, MARIANNE AND KEIRA
For decades, there has been a stronger demand for inclusive activities and sports. This shift reflects a growing recognition that people...
CPSN
Apr 14, 20222 min read
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THE KEY TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT SUPPORT WORKER
For people new to the NDIS, finding the right support worker can be nerve-wracking. Most individuals and families we work with do not...
CPSN
Apr 11, 20225 min read
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PROTECTING THE INTEGRITY OF THE NDIS
In less than ten years, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has proven its ability to radically improve the lives of millions...
CPSN
Mar 16, 20224 min read
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MAKING LOVE ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL
PhD student and CPSN member Jerusha Mather, is demanding greater ease and access for people with disabilities looking for love. She is on...
CPSN
Feb 15, 20223 min read
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DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKERS EXCLUDED FROM FREE RATS, LEAVING THE MOST VULNERABLE EXPOSED
Australians with disabilities are among those suffering the worst of Omicron’s impacts, yet they seem to have been forgotten. With an...
CPSN
Feb 4, 20222 min read
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THE LATEST COVID INFORMATION – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IF YOU HAVE A DISABILITY
There is a lot of information out there at the moment about how people with disabilities can access COVID testing, vaccination and...
Greg McPherson
Jan 17, 20224 min read
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ARE YOU PUTTING OFF YOUR CERVICAL SCREENING BECAUSE OF YOUR DISABILITY?
Written by Natalie Corrigan 63% of disabled women have been unable to attend a cervical screening due to their disability. 88% found...
Greg McPherson
Dec 14, 20213 min read
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A MILLION REASONS TO CARE
This year's National Carers Week celebrates the millions of carers around Australia. It also shares a similar theme to that of World...
CPSN
Oct 13, 20214 min read
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SUCCESSFULLY NEGOTIATING LIFE CHALLENGES: LEARNINGS FROM ADULTS WITH CEREBRAL PALSY
A recent study of 23 adults with cerebral palsy highlighted the importance of individuals with cerebral palsy ‘being set up’ for success...
CPSN
Oct 13, 20213 min read
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DO WE NEED TO RETHINK THE WAY WE APPROACH SPEECH DISORDERS?
Like many other people living with cerebral palsy, CPSN member Jerusha Mather has a speech disorder. A speech disorder is a condition in...
Greg McPherson
Oct 13, 20213 min read
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