by Michael Perkins | Mar 7, 2023 | Aged care, Autonomy Evaluation, Elder abuse, Power of Attorney and Guardianship, supported decision making
On 24 January 2023, the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability published its report titled, “Diversity, dignity, equity and best practice: a framework for supported decision-making”. The report can be...
by Michael Perkins | Nov 1, 2022 | Aged care, Education & Training, Elder abuse, Power of Attorney and Guardianship, supported decision making, Working collaboratively
It’s up to us – the rising significance of family, carers and informal support systems While politicians and Government will try to improve services being delivered to ageing and disabled Australians, in our experience, it is family, carers and community volunteers...
by Dr Jane Lonie | Aug 8, 2022 | Autonomy Evaluation, Elder abuse, supported decision making
What is insight? Insight, in a medical context, refers to a person’s awareness or recognition of their illness, symptoms or medical condition. Insight often declines in the context of damage or injury to the brain. The amount of insight that is lost can vary. Some...
by Isabella Biddle | Dec 16, 2021 | Community of Practice, supported decision making
Our attendance at the Sydney Disability Expo on the 4th of December has highlighted to us that a number of organisations have clients who have questions and require advice about representation and decision making. As a result, are offering free drop in consultation...
by Michael Perkins | Sep 5, 2021 | residential care decisions, supported decision making
Navigating the world of residential care can be challenging for many people. For vulnerable or marginalised decision-makers, however, it can be almost impossible without specialist support. The team at New Way to Stay, who provide advice and advocacy for older...
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