If you’re living with a disability, you probably already know how difficult it is to find a job. At APM we understand the challenge of finding an employer who will give you a chance. Not to ment[...]
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Small Person With a Mighty Voice for Disability
Ambassador for the upcoming Gold Coast Disability Expo, country music singer Renee McAlpin may be tiny due to the rheumatoid arthritis she suffered as a child, but she has a big heart and strong voice[...]
Read moreGold Coast Disability Expo Returns for a Second Year
The Gold Coast Disability Expo, held at the Gold Coast Event Centre Friday and Saturday June 7 and 8, presents people still new to NDIS with vital information and services from over 100 disability ser[...]
Read moreOut and About With Club Afford
What’s a weekend without a bit of fun? For many of us, weekends are a chance to put our feet up, go outdoors and attend events. Where someone has disability, this is not so simple. That’s[...]
Read moreYour Movement Solutions Physiotherapy
Movement Solutions specialises in patient-centred, high quality comprehensive services to meet the needs of patients of all ages and abilities. Leading our practice is Melissa Locke, Specialist Paedia[...]
Read moreMission Possible: Sharon’s story
“I can do anything I hope to!” – Sharon Sharon was an accomplished young show jumper and equestrian rider until a car accident left her with an acquired brain injury and physical dis[...]
Read moreWhen Should We Add a Wheelchair Lift?
Did you know that 15% of all Australians currently live with a physical disability of some kind? Or that many of these people experience mobility issues or are wheelchair-bound? As mobility decreases[...]
Read moreAfford’s Gold Coast Signing Workshop
As the NDIS has just rolled out in the sunny state, many parents and carers are still riding the waves of the NDIS, coming to an understanding of their plans and how to best use them. Afford‘s A[...]
Read moreEmpowered to Live Life Your Way
The National Disability Insurance Scheme is a game changer for close to 30,000 Gold Coasters living with disability. It is the biggest change in health care and social policy since the introduction of[...]
Read moreDisability Will Never Hold Him Back
“Don’t let your disability affect your life. Whatever you want to do in life – go for that goal. Don’t let your disability stop you.” Sage advice given by 22-year-old Lac[...]
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