This is an episode that you can listen to regardless of whether you work in the disability sector or not.This episode marks the Season Finale for Day in the Life Podcast for this year - listen to find out why....We'll see you in 2021 - in the m

Episode 9 Best Supports and Standards

Nov 20th, 2020 11m 9s

This episode if for people who work in the industry and for those who want to refresh their knowledge of the National Standards that workers and organisations are to adhere to.It is a look at what people feel are good characteristics of a worke

Episode 8 Liam and Bec

Nov 13th, 2020 24m 36s

Liam is a kind young man who has owned his own business and helped run an independent living program from his own home.Bec is a dedicated mum to six children - one is Liam. She found a gap in the market and decided to create something wonderful

Episode 7 International Day of People with Disability

Nov 6th, 2020 12m 27s

In this episode we talk about International Day of People with Disability (or as it's called in the ACT - I-Day).We highlight celebrations and how you can be involved regardless of who you are or what you do. This episode is for all listeners.R

Episode 6 Planning for Your Future

Oct 30th, 2020 19m 49s

In this episode we discuss goal setting, what to think about, how to actually set goals and we cover resources to help create the life you want to live. So whether you're a school leaver or someone who left school a long time ago - give this on

Episode 5 Kitty Lowry and Supported Independent Living supports

Oct 23rd, 2020 24m 41s

Join me for a conversation with Kitty. Kitty has been in the sector for 30 years and now manages a SIL program.Kitty talks about the NDIS, how she works with people on a daily basis, and how she supports her team to work alongside people with a

Episode 4 Doing WITH vs Doing FOR

Oct 16th, 2020 19m 14s

Have you ever thought about the difference between doing with vs doing for? I have had some interesting discussions with people about what this means to them and I've reflected on some of my previous clients and experiences with my brother.Cert

Episode 3 He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother

Oct 9th, 2020 42m 26s

Bear with me as I tell you my story and the story of my brother. We talk about life, love, career and what its like to live with a brother with Down Syndrome and an acquired physical disability.

Episode 2 Communication

Oct 2nd, 2020 11m 29s

In this episode we discuss the importance of communication and active listening. Whether you're a support person, an employer or even a retail worker, this episode will provide some tips and tools on how to communicate with a person and what ac

Episode 1 Leigh Creighton - chasing goals

Sep 26th, 2020 31m

You might see this young man as a person with a disability. You might know him as someone who needs a support person from time to time. But I know him as Leigh Creighton. I know Leigh as an advocate for people and the environment. I see Leigh a

An Introduction to Day In The Life Podcast

Sep 23rd, 2020 4m 47s

A brief introduction to Day in the Life Podcast, who I am and why I've decided to share the stories of people with a disability.The Day in the Life Podcast debuts on 26 September 2020. I hope you'll join us as we look at a day in a person's lif

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