Recent investigations, including a report from the Wall Street Journal (covered here by the ABC), have shown that many health apps are sharing your personal information with other entities. A recent study by the University of Sydney revealed that 79% of surveyed health apps share user data with parent companies such as Amazon, Alphabet (Google’s […]
Eleven organisations have joined together under the campaign Change 4 Autism, led by the Australian Autism Alliance, to advocate ahead of this year’s federal election. The campaign is highlighting four key priorities the organisations feel should be addressed to ensure that Australians with autism receive the support they need. These priorities include eliminating barriers to […]
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was initiated by the Australian Government for Australians with a disability, including people with intellectual, physical, sensory and psycho-social disabilities. First Steps: Check if you are eligible https://www.ndis.gov.au/applying-access-ndis/am-i-eligible Call NDIS on 1800 800 110 to request an Access Request Form. More information can be found https://www.ndis.gov.au/people-with-disability/access-requirements/completing-your-access-request-form Note: If you already get disability services, you […]
Did you know that the Companion Card is issued to people with a significant, permanent disability, who can demonstrate that they are unable to access most community activities and venues without attendant care support? It assists organisations that charge an admission or participation fee to comply with existing anti-discrimination legislation . In the past, a […]
