Disability and carer resources

A list of our resources – including apps, audio and video resources and other publications – related to disability and carers.

Resources

Commonwealth Disability Royal Commission Taskforce – Overview

On 29 September 2023, the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability (Disability Royal Commission) released its final report. In recognition of the recommendations by the Disability Royal Commission, the Australian Government has set up a Taskforce.

DRMC communique – 3 November 2023

The Commonwealth, state and territory Disability Ministers met on 3 November 2023. This document provides a record of the meeting.

National Autism Strategy – Yenn's story

Yenn’s story shows why a new National Autism Strategy is needed so that Autistic people can be supported to live the lives they want and deserve. Their story shares the importance of having Autistic voices, ideas and experiences at the centre of the National Autism Strategy.

National Autism Strategy – Amanda's story

Amanda’s story shows why a new National Autism Strategy is needed to help improve education outcomes for Autistic people. It also shares the importance of Autistic people helping to shape the Strategy.

National Autism Strategy – Easy Read Information

The National Autism Strategy will provide a national approach to services and supports for autistic people and their families. This is an Easy Read summary of a fact sheet.
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National Autism Strategy – Jen's story

Jen is a 50-year-old Autistic woman diagnosed at 37-years-old. Having had experience of unemployment and under employment, Jen hopes the Strategy will mean Autistic people can more easily find satisfying and rewarding work.
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National Autism Strategy – Kirk's story

Kirk is a 30-year-old Autistic person. He hopes the strategy will give Autistic people – particularly those who are marginalised – more opportunities.

Chronic health plans – Easy Read

This fact sheet tells you about health care plans for chronic health problems. Chronic means something lasts a long time. Chronic health problems last a long time. You can download the fact sheet in PDF to read online or print.

Yearly health checks – Easy Read

This fact sheets tells you about yearly health checks. A health check is when a doctor checks your health. It is to make sure you are healthy. You can download the fact sheet in PDF to read online or print.

DRMC communique – 23 June 2023

The Commonwealth, state and territory Disability Ministers met on 23 June 2023 in Canberra. This document provides a record of the meeting.
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