Community Of Supports Provider

23/09/2022

“find supportive mentors who acknowledge and embrace neurodiversity...and not just merely tolerate it.”

Many autistic researchers say that academia could be the perfect place for them — but a number of obstacles stand in the way.

02/07/2022

Are you a young person on the autism spectrum?

Young adults on the autism spectrum are at four-fold risk of developing mental health problems such as depression and anxiety with more research needed into everyday real time changes to their mental health.

The study by Deakin University (Melbourne) is seeking 50 young adults (18-30 years old) on the autism spectrum to fill out a battery of several online assessments as well as use our youth-friendly app for a period of 15 days to record daily emotional changes.

Participants will be reimbursed $60 (AUD).

Contact Natalia natalia.albeinurios@deakin.edu.au

30/06/2022

A specialist in his field, Dr Tony Attwood discusses the need to recognise parent burnout and exhaustion. We see it a lot here at Eden House and have been involved with supporting parents to allow them for 'me time' while also being assured that their loved one is being cared for. Respite/STA in Eden, Nerang Qld.

04/02/2022

"Regularly practising self-monitoring when working can be a game-changer..."

Self-monitoring is a great practice we can all implement in our daily lives. But what does self-monitoring entail? And why should (and how can) you do it?

03/02/2022

Sign the open letter calling for a strong NDIS in 2022: https://teamwork.org.au/open-letter/
Disability care has a strong place in the hearts of Australians. Keep the NDIS strong! Support the Teamwork Works campaign.

05/12/2021

Strategies to reduce autistic burnouts.

There are a few strategies to help reduce or prevent autistic burnouts, and both the autistic person and those around them play an essential role.
An important strategy is to allow time not to mask and camouflage. This includes allowing yourself to engage with others in a comfortable manner, not a persona or social script you may feel needs to be followed every time.
Another key strategy is to know yourself and be aware of your limits and accept these limits and engage in self-compassion. Know situations that are likely to trigger the onset of burnout, watch for signs you may experience and feel, and where possible, remove yourself or schedule breaks. This may include leaving a social event early, scheduling recovery time to recharge, such as spending time in nature, drawing, listening to music, or engaging in hobbies that you enjoy and find soothing and relaxing. As difficult as it may seem, try to reduce expectations and demands and learn to say ‘no’, where possible, remember ‘sometimes less is more’.

13/03/2021

12/03/2021

COS Provider is operating Respite/STA facilities at Oxenford GC and has the capacity to support families and carers. We specialise in providing a safe environment for loved ones with challenging behaviours and implementing strategies that promote positive communication. Book now for the coming Easter and school holidays periods as we are limited for space. Call 0493133000 or email info@cosprovider.com.au today!

11/03/2021

...Dedicated Sensory Room - Quality Support Workers - Calming Environment...

Specialised Respite service supporting families, carers and the ones with challenging behaviours living on the GC and surrounding areas.

Book now for the coming holiday period as there are limited spaces. Call 0493133000 or email info@cosprovider.com.au today.

27/02/2021

"Housing is critical social infrastructure that impacts us all, and is with us for decades. Let’s build houses that are fit-for-purpose for all of us."

Only a mandatory approach to accessibility standards will future-proof Australia’s housing for coming generations, and cater to the demands of an ageing population, write Dr Di Winkler and Dr Peter Mulherin outlining the Building Better Homes Campaign.

25/12/2020

"...information provided to the Senate committee after the hearing, it revealed 110 responses were from carers and 35 were from participants."

From mid-2021, independent assessments will be used nationally to determine people's eligibility for the NDIS. Labor and the Greens say the basis for that decision is a "sham".

23/12/2020

"These set new service standards and clear timeframes for decision making by the NDIA, making it is easier for participants and their families to navigate the NDIS."

"The NDIS was never supposed to be this complex."

23/12/2020

"For Jackie, the support she has received has helped her develop her career - something she wants to continue building on."

While this year has been one of the most challenging for many Australians, Jackie Saunders has used it to forge a new path as a professional artist.

19/12/2020

"This discussion has thrown a spotlight on the rights and s*xual needs of people with disability."

If you live with disability, s*xual intimacy can become less straightforward and, if the barriers are significant enough, you might need some assistance from trained professionals. But should Federal Government funding be used to help people with disability have a healthy s*x life?

18/12/2020

"The State Government will spend $5.8 million over four years to establish a new regulatory scheme and restrictive practice authorisation unit within the Department of Human Services, which would oversee the regulation required under proposed legislation."

The controversial practices of restraining, sedating or confining people with disability to control their behaviour will only be allowed as a last resort under proposed legislation to be introduced to state parliament early next year.

12/12/2020

"When I think about living on my own, I am excited about being able to feel the open and refreshing freedom of living my own life where I can make choices for myself, like choosing when to go for a walk or doing diamond painting or what to cook for dinner or when to meet up with friends."

opinionKatrina has Down syndrome and dreams of living in New York. This is what she's doing to make it happenBy Katrina SneathPosted WedWednesday 2 DecDecember 2020 at 6:00pmWedWednesday 2 DecDecember 2020 at 6:00pm, updated WedWednesday 2 DecDecember 2020 at 8:37pmWedWednesday 2 DecDecember 2020 at...

12/12/2020

"The NDIS has been trialling a new way of assessing participants, ahead of the change being made permanent next year."

People with disability fought long and hard for NDIS funding, now many fear it is about to changeBy national disability affairs reporter Nas Campanella and the Specialist Reporting Team's Celina EdmondsPosted WedWednesday 2 DecDecember 2020 at 7:48pmWedWednesday 2 DecDecember 2020 at 7:48pm Sue Grie...

11/12/2020

"In all the time I've been at university I've never seen another student in a wheelchair and I've seen only a couple with other sorts of disabilities. It can get lonely sometimes."

Eleanor has never seen another wheelchair user in her university classes and it's one of the reasons why she works so hard to succeed.