Endless Possibilities for All
Assistive Technology Australia, partnering with the Telstra
Foundation, expands Everyone Connects into a national project called Everyone
Connects Australia.
It was the successful result of our one year pilot project, which were delivered in metropolitan, regional and rural NSW in 2014-2015.
The pilot project demonstrated the need many young people with communication disabilities
have to experiment with and learn about smart devices and specialised assistive technology
for communication and for telecommunications, including use of social media.
We had overwhelmingly positive response from participants during the pilot project.
Many people were inspired to build their communication skills, try new apps, accessories
and options to access devices, to use telecommunications to connect to the digital world.
Phase 2 of the project, from 2015 to 2017, Assistive Technology Australia delivered detailed planned programs in various formats as follows:
Project Everyone Connects Australia was successfully completed at the end of 2017. With funding finished and no new funding granted, Assistive Technology Australia cannot afford running the Workshops, Mini-Expo and programmes that are specifically focused on people with complex communication issues and needs. However the Client Services Team at AT Australia can assist people with communication needs about available options through the general Infoline for services like:
About the Project - published on Telstra News in May 2015
Consumer Mini-Expos are designed for people with Complex Communication Needs (CCN) and their families. The cost is FREE for people with CCN and one family member/ unpaid carer. Professionals (therapists, teachers, paid carers, nurses etc.) are welcome to attend at a cost of $35pp.
Individual sessions of equipment trial are provided Free to ECA (Everyone Connects) clients. Check local flyer for the list of equipment available for trial.
In-Depth Training is designed for therapists, paid carers, teachers and other professionals working with people with CCN. Cost is $185 pp and includes free entry to the local Consumer Mini-Expo.
Public could register online to attend one of the Programs (Expos, Individual Consultation)
Consumer Mini-Expos
Wanneroo: 6 Feb (12:30-3:30pm) |
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Mandurah: 16 Feb (12:30-3:30pm) |
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Wagga Wagga: 6 March (10am-2pm) |
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Coffs Harbour: 20 March (10am-2pm) |
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Canberra: 1 May (10am-2pm) |
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Darwin: 5 June (10am-2pm) |
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Bendigo: 8 June (10am-2pm) |
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Cairns: 19 June (10am-2pm) |
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Blacktown: 26 June (10am-2pm) |
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Hobart: 22 Aug (10am-12noon, 1-3pm) |
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Gilles Plains, SA: 4 Sep (10am-2pm) |
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Geelong, Vic 27 Oct (10am-2pm) |
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Individual Consultation and Equipment
Trial
Wagga Wagga: 7 March (10am-3pm) |
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Coffs Harbour: 21 March (10am-3pm) |
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Canberra: 2 May (10am-3pm) |
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Darwin: 6 June (10am-3pm) |
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Cairns: 20 June (10am-3pm) |
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In-Depth Training Programs
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Hobart, TAS: 23 August 2017 (9:30am - 4:30pm)
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Past Programs (in 2016)
Blacktown: 26 April |
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Orange: 15 August |
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Brisbane: 12 September |
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Ryde: 18 October |
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Canberra: 7 November|
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Newcastle: 21 November |
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Darwin: 5 December |
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AT Aust was the first organisation to deliver training on communication on such a large scale and with a large volume of impartial resources. Participants appreciated the input and time the team spent with them. Again, it was the first time people with disabilities could access this high level of expert support and advice for free. Moreover, people with complex communication needs all around Australia, even in rural and regional towns, could access AT Australia's wide range of equipment all at onec at a venue near them.
States, suburbs and towns that ECA Team has covered through the project:
NSW: Blacktown, Coffs Harbour, Newcastle, Orange, Ryde, Wollongong
ACT: Canberra
NT: Darwin, Katherine
QLD: Brisbane, Cairns
SA: Gilles Plains
TAS: Burnie, Hobart, Launceston
VIC: Melbourne, Braybrook, Frankston, Geelong, South Morang
WA: Perth, Bunbury, Mandurah, Northam, Wanneroo
I was surprised how much content we were able to cover in one day!
I was impressed at the way it was set up and the number of different ideas that were presented.
I really enjoyed the range of devices, mounting, alternative access and apps that were available to
just play with. I really like that there was a little video at each station and the two facilitators
were very knowledgeable and were able to answer and discuss all of my questions.
This mini expo was my first insight into communication apps suited for my son.
It was extremely helpful viewing these apps.
Positive feedback from participant:
Endless Possibilities... How the workshop
influenced participants' experience with telecommunications devices
Assistive Technology Australia would like to thank
the Telstra Foundation. Their support enabled us to provide these Assistive Technology
Workshops.
The project was successfully finished in late 2017. Anyone who would like to try out equipment is welcome to make an appointment at AT Australia.
For further information, contact the Client Services Team:
Phone: 02 9912 5800
Email: help@at-aust.org
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