Disabilities

Disability and sexual issues

Sexuality is a key component of human nature. People who have a physical or intellectual disability may find it
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Gardening is a fun and healthy activity for people of all ages and abilities. People with disabilities can learn new
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Interchange provides personalised respite and social support services to families of children and young people with a
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Some people with disabilities suffer from constipation. Increasing the amount of fibre and fluid in the diet not only
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People with disabilities, their families and carers can get help from a range of services provided and funded by the
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Intellectual disability affects around one per cent of the population. People with intellectual disabilities may have
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You can help your child with physical disabilities to communicate and move. Daily activities, such as dressing and
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Choosing a school for a child with a disability takes careful planning. The school you select should offer support
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People with disabilities may find it harder to maintain a healthy weight than other people in the population. There are
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Women with disabilities are more likely to experience violence than other women and for more extended periods of time.
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Osteoporosis is a major health concern for people with a disability. People with a disability and their carers need to
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Making a Difference is a government program which provides family based support for Victorian families who have a
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Day programs provide support and activities for adults with a disability. They can prepare people with a disability for
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Discrimination is treating someone unfairly or unfavourably because of a personal characteristic. In Victoria it is
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Angelman syndrome is a congenital (present at birth) genetic condition. Common characteristics include intellectual
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