Disability care and support is a huge priority for Shayne in Blair.
Shayne recently spoke in parliament on Disability Services click here to read speech
On Friday 2nd December 2011 Blair Disability Links will be held again to help celebrate International Day of People with Disability.
Shayne hosted his first “Blair Disability Links” in 2010 using the shopping centre where our office is situated. The aim of the event is to provide information to the community regarding services available to people with disability and their carers.
This year the following services will be joining us.
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Australian Electoral Commission
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ALARA Association Inc
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ARAFMI
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Australian Hearing
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Carers Queensland
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CATS Inc
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CODI
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CRS Australia
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Focal Extended Inc
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Home Assist
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IDA Singers
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| Ipswich and Toowoomba Employment Service |
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| Ipswich Stroke Support Group |
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| Mach 1 |
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| MAX Employment |
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| Oz care |
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| QDN Ipswich |
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| Stars Softball Club |
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| Ipswich and Districts Veterans Support Group |
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| Walk on wheels |
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| Work Venture |
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| Centrelink |
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Blair Disability Links aims at connecting people with the right services and encouraging them to utilise these services, this will help people with Disability realise their potential, including increased engagement in employment, education and training.
Not only did the constituents of Blair Disability Links, but also it helps with networking between different service providers across the electorate.