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    • Disability Choices

      Make informed choices about your life with Disability Choices, a service offering expert advice, advocacy and consultancy.

      • What is disability choices?Find support to suit you through expert advice, advocacy and consultancy
      • Meet With USGet in touch with the Disability Choices team and start planning for your future
      • My HomeExplore supported, independent and community accommodation and aged care.
      • My JobGain supported employment, open employment or develop job-ready skills.
      • My DayCreate, discover, participate and learn in a variety of day options programs.
      • My Health & SkillsMaximise skills, enhance quality of life, personal development and wellbeing.
      • Our Time OutRecharge with Minda's respite services, which give you the freedom to take time out.
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    • NDIS

      Minda is a registered NDIS provider and can help you find the support and services you need. Get in touch with our Disability Choices team today for a free consultation and start planning for your future.

      • Why choose Minda?We can help you understand the NDIS, guide you through the application process and prepare you for your planning meeting.
      • How can we help?Start planning for your future! We provide a range of services from allied health to accommodation, day programs, employment and NDIS support.
      • Frequently Asked QuestionsLearn more about the NDIS, eligibility, what it covers, when the scheme can be accessed and much more. We're here to help.
      • Getting started with the NDISWe can help you get the best from the NDIS. Get started today with Minda's pre-planning workbooks or contact our specialist team.
      • Pricing scheduleYour guide to Minda's 2019/2020 pricing in line with the National Disability Insurance Scheme's pricing review.
      • Service agreementsAccessing services means having a Service Agreement in place - find out more here
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    • Learning

      Find out more about intellectual disability, discover links to services and explore Minda’s learning centre.

      • Understanding Intellectual DisabilityEveryone has different abilities and develop at different rates, but some people find learning new skills or information difficult
      • Living with Intellectual DisabilityFind available supports and resources and explore person centred thinking
      • Intellectual Disability & Your ChildExplore early childhood intervention and types of intellectual disability
      • Communicating with RespectLearn how to speak to and about people with intellectual disability, with respect
      • Links to ServicesConnect with government agencies, find relevant legislation and read about the NDIS
      • SA Learning CentreExplore accredited and short courses via Minda's Registered Training Organisation
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      Discover employment opportunities at Minda, including supported employment and volunteering options and explore the benefits of working at a values-based organisation.

      • General EmploymentStart your career at Minda, one of the largest employers in Southern metropolitan Adelaide.
      • Why choose MindaDiscover the many benefits of working at Minda, a values-based organisation.
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      From helping in the office, to supporting events, or taking someone out for a cup of coffee, volunteers are at the heart of Minda’s operations.

      • Volunteer Roles AvailableBrowse current volunteering opportunities at Minda or register your interest for future positions.
      • Why volunteer at Minda?Volunteering with Minda helps enrich lives and empower people with disability.
      • Volunteering FAQWe've created some Frequently Asked Questions to help you learn more about volunteering at Minda.
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      Explore what is happening around Minda, our upcoming events and recent publications and read stories about the people Minda support.

      • NewsFind out the latest news from Minda, the disability sector and the community
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      Show your support of Minda and make a real difference in the lives of people living with intellectual disability.

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  • Understanding Intellectual Disability
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Legislation

It is important to know your rights and responsibilities as a person living with disability. Here are some key pieces of legislation that could affect you, your family and others who support you.

International

  • United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Commonwealth

  • Disability Discrimination Act 1992
  • Disability Services Act 1986
  • Social Security Act 1991
  • Home and Community Care Act 1985

State - South Australia

  • Disability Services Act 1993
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