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EXPLORING ADVANCES IN AUGMENTATIVE AND ALTERNATIVE COMMUNICATION (AAC)

Aug 18, 20225 min read

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...

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EXPLORING CULTURALLY SAFE COMMUNICATION WITH ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE

CPSN

Jul 25, 20224 min read

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...

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CPSN

Jul 20, 20222 min read

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...

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HOW LONG SHOULD THE DISABILITY COMMUNITY WAIT TO RECEIVE A FOURTH COVID 19 VACCINE?

CPSN

Jul 18, 20223 min read

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...

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FINDING DISABILITY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR CHILD

CPSN

Jun 17, 20223 min read

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...

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SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR EMPLOYMENT SURVEY

CPSN

Jun 17, 20221 min read

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...

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CPSN

Jun 1, 20223 min read

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...

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6 THINGS I HAVE LEARNED FROM CREATING A YOUTUBE SERIES ABOUT ADULTS WITH CEREBRAL PALSY

Greg McPherson

May 18, 20224 min read

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...

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A GUIDE TO FIRST DIAGNOSING AND TREATING CEREBRAL PALSY

CPSN

May 5, 20226 min read

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...

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CPSN

Apr 14, 20222 min read

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...

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CPSN

Apr 14, 20222 min read

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...

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THE KEY TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT SUPPORT WORKER

CPSN

Apr 11, 20225 min read

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...

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CPSN

Mar 16, 20224 min read

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...

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CPSN

Feb 15, 20223 min read

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...

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DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKERS EXCLUDED FROM FREE RATS, LEAVING THE MOST VULNERABLE EXPOSED

CPSN

Feb 4, 20222 min read

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...

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THE LATEST COVID INFORMATION – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IF YOU HAVE A DISABILITY

Greg McPherson

Jan 17, 20224 min read

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...

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ARE YOU PUTTING OFF YOUR CERVICAL SCREENING BECAUSE OF YOUR DISABILITY?

Greg McPherson

Dec 14, 20213 min read

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...

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MEET JOSH OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

CPSN

Nov 11, 20212 min read

MEET JOSH OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

We welcome Josh Daniel to CPSN as our new Customer Service and Administration Officer. The 24-year-old is now the third member of our...

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CPSN

Oct 13, 20214 min read

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...

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SUCCESSFULLY NEGOTIATING LIFE CHALLENGES: LEARNINGS FROM ADULTS WITH CEREBRAL PALSY

CPSN

Oct 13, 20213 min read

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...

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