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THE COMPLETE ADVANTAGE A division of Therapy Focus that offers a comprehensive range of private therapy services for families, schools and the community to help children reach their full potential. Phone: 1300 135 373 Web: www.thecompleteadvantage.com.au
ACTIV LIBRARY The library has books and articles on disability. Phone: (08) 9387 0458 Web: www.activ.asn.au
ACTIV SITTER SERVICE Provide people to come to your home and look after children Phone: (08) 9387 0475 Web: www.activ.asn.au
COMMONWEALTH CARELINK Provide free information on support services available locally, interstate or anywhere within Australia Freecall: 1800 052 222 Web:www9.health.gov.au/ccsd/index.cfm
CRISIS HELPLINE Kids Helpline (free call) – 1800 55 1800 Lifeline – 131 114 Beyondblue info line – 1300 22 4636
CARERS WA Support group for parents. Phone: 1300 CARERS (1300 227 377) Email: info@carerswa.asn.au Web: www.carerswa.asn.au
CHILD AUSTRALIA A Community based organisation that aims to increase equity of access and participation in community service for children with additional needs and their families. Phone: (08) 9249 4333 Web: www.childaustralia.org.au
DISABILITY INFOLINK If you have a child with a disability, this page will link you to useful websites with information about disability. Web: www.tccp.com.au/disability_infolink/home
DISABILITY SERVICE COMMISSION Individual and Family Support Service, Local Area Coordination, Post School Options, General disability enquires. Phone: (08) 9426 9200Free phone Country: 1800 998 214 Web: www.disability.wa.gov.au
DISABILITY FIRST STOP Disability First Stop assists people with disabilities and their families get the help they need. Phone: (08) 9386 7513 Web: www.disabilityfirststop.asn.au
EVERY CHILD IS IMPORTANT A resource for families with information to help you to raise happy and confident children. Web: www.kidscount.com.au/website
NOAH’S ARK TOY LIBRARY & RESOURCE CENTRE FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Provides specialised toys, resources and educational development programs to children and young people with special needs and their families Phone: (08) 9328 1598 Web: www.natl.org.au
OFFICE OF HEALTH REVIEW: Contact this office to make a complaint about a disability service. Phone: (08) 9323 0600 Freecall Country: 1800 813 583 Web: www.healthreview.wa.gov.au
PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: Represents and speaks for the rights and equal treatment of all West Australians with a disability. Phone: (08) 9386 7513 Web: www.pwdwa.org
SIBLINGS AUSTRALIA Provides workshops, print and web-based resources and networking opportunities for families and providers across Australia. Web: www.siblingsaustralia.org.au
TADWA (Technology Assisting Disability WA) Provides information and support for aids and equipment in WA Phone:(08) 9379 3733 Web: www.tadwa.org.au
THE KALPARRIN CENTRE Support group for parents with links to sibling support activities. Phone: (08) 9340 8094 Web: www.kalparrin.org.au
TRIPLE P & DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH: (08) 9400 9551 Triple P – Positive Parenting Program for all Parents of children aged three to five year teaches ways to manage common issues most parents will face at some time. Grandparents and other carers are also welcome to attend. Phone: (08) 9400 9551 Web: www.yourzone.com.au/content/family/triplep
SECCA Supports people with disabilities to learn about human relationships, sexuality and sexual health. Ph: (08) 9420 7226 Web: www.secca.org.au
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