health improvement

Ceiling Hoists - Industry Checklist. Issue 1, 2009

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Publication Date: 
30 Jun 2009
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The purpose of this checklist is to support service providers and tradespeople with regard to the installation of ceiling hoists in the homes of older adults and people with mobility impairment.

It provides a checklist about personal and environmental characteristics to be considered to maximise the usability of ceiling hoists.

Authored: 
Jung, Y. M. & Bridge, C.

Stairs - A Summary Bulletin

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Publication Date: 
5 January 2010
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This publication aims to review the general design principles and requirements for stair safety. It also investigates the diverse design features of stairs and subsequent implications for safe stair use, focusing on stair design and step geometry. Other environmental factors such as stair covering, finish, handrails, and lighting will be also be discussed. In addition to the requirements of the Building Codes and Standards, other scientific evidence will also be reviewed. This publication is expected to provide information for a safe design and assist with stair selection in installing and modifying stairs.

 

HMinfo welcomes feedback or other articles on this topic to add to our collection of evidence.

 

Authored: 
Jung, Y.M & Bridge, C.

The application of colour and colour contrast in the home environment of the elderly and visually impaired individuals.

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Publication Date: 
30 Jul 2009
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Objectives: To identify and review the effectiveness of the use of colour, and colour contrasts in the home to enable the elderly and individuals with vision impairment to move safely and independently in their environment.

Authored: 
N.Gohar

Sportaid: Wheelchairs and Stuff

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Sportaid is an internet based company providing assistive devices to people with difficulties in mobility. They provide sporting equipment both for competitive or social sports and also exercise equipment utilised at home. Apart from this, there are also many products which help facilitate activities of daily living which can increase independence and the quality of life for those living with a mobility impairment.

Industry Checklist:Designing home environments for people with problems with cognition who display aggressive or self-injurious

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Publication Date: 
22 Jan 2008
Authored: 
L.Hodges & C. Bridge

Understanding Aboriginal Australians for more Effective Provision of Home Modification Services - SUMMARY BULLETIN

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Publication Date: 
23 May 2007
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This information bulletin on 'Understanding Aboriginal Australian's for More Effective Provision of Home Modification Services', includes information on policies and services relating to housing for Aboriginal Australians, in addition to information relating to communication, belief systems, housing quality and general history. The bulletin also contains a checklist to assist therapists and others when working in an aboriginal setting.

Authored: 
Tanja von Behrens

Dementia Care Australia

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Dementia Care Australia (DCA) is an independent information and education organisation specialising in supporting people with dementia and their carers; be they family members, professional carers, employers or friends. Our mission is to change society's attitude to dementia to one of hope. The essential philosophy underpinning all our beliefs and intentions is that the 'Spark of Life' can be rekindled in both people with dementia, and in the people who care for and support them. Our aim is to inform, educate, enlighten and inspire both carers, and all people living with dementia. Our approach is one that encourages effective communication, positive relationships, and improved social and emotional wellbeing for all. We call this the Spark of Life approach.

 

NSW Home Modification and Maintenance State Council - NSW HMMS

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The NSW Home Modification and Maintenance Services (HMMS) State Council is the peak organisation for the HMMS industry in New South Wales.

'Our vision for the site is that it serves as a practical source of information and a communication channel for home modification and maintenance service clients and their carers, as well as providing assistance and resources for service providers and other stakeholders. HMMS are part of the Home and Community Care (HACC) Program, and provide major and minor modifications and some maintenance work, for people who are frail aged, people with disabilities and their carers so they may live more independently in the community and remain living at home. The emphasis of the work is on access, safety and independence.'

Horticultural Therapy Association

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The Horticultural Therapy Association of Victoria is an organisation of professionals and volunteers who promote the therapeutic and recreational benefits of horticulture. The wesbite provides links to resources for developing gardens for children and older people; sensory gardens; and gardens designed for people with disabilities. A gallery of existing garden designs is also provided.

KidsGrowth

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This site is split into two sites: a 'Parent Site' that provides resources for parents on caring for their child, and a 'Teen Site'. The 'Parent Site' contains various resources relating to children with a disability (eg. condition specific growth charts for children with a disability)

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