People with Disabilities

Self Directed Funding for People with Disabilities Forum ‘Benefits and Challenges’

There have been some changes to the Victorian Disability sector which include;
The State Disability Plan 2002 – 2012
Disability Act 2006
Victorian Disability Quality Framework & the associated ‘outcome standards’

This has meant change for the sector in both the reorientation of services and self directed funding / approaches. This has created opportunities to strengthen the sector as well as created challenges in the provision of service to people with disabilities.

This exciting forum aims to explore both the benefits and challenges associated with self directed funding from diverse perspectives.

Key Note Speakers Include:
Arthur Rogers; Executive Director Disability Services Division, Department of Human Services (or his representative)Philosophy behind self directed funding
Professor Christine Bigby; School of Social Work & Social Policy, LaTrobe UniversityImplementing individualised funding – Taking account of diversity’
David Glazebrook; CEO Impact ServicesSuccesses and Challenges experienced by impact
Dr. George Taleporos; Coordinator of Youth Disability Advocacy Service (YDAS)Advocate for self-directed funding.

Attendant Support Provided

Coffee, Tea and Biscuits Provided

Download the Self Directed Funding for People with Disabilities Forum

Details

Venue: Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre
Corner of Bell St & St Georges Rd Preston 3072

Parking on site - (Melways Ref. 30 E1)


Date: Friday 27th November, 2009 1pm – 4pm
Time: 1pm – 4pm (Registration opens at 12.15pm)Parking:

On SiteCost: $55.00 per person $11.00 Concession*
*To be eligible for a concession you must receive a full Disability Support Payment or be a full time Carer

BookingsTo book please complete the online registration form.