November 16, 2010
6-14 December, The Atrium, Federation Square Melbourne A vibrant and inspiring art exhibition in the Atrium at Federation Square during 6-14 December will showcase over 150 works created by 93 ethnic artists living with a disability. The exhibition is called ADEC ArtAbility™ 2010 uniting talented artists of all ages representing cultures from Africa, Cambodia, Vietnam, China, Greece, Syria,...
November 16, 2010
3 December, 2010, Melbourne Most healthcare professionals may have to care for a Muslim patient at some stage. Being cared for in hospital, a day surgery facility or a nursing home can be a very stressful experience. For healthcare professionals and pastoral carers, knowledge of and sensitivity towards a patient’s religious and cultural background can help providing appropriate and effective...
November 16, 2010
The series of seminars will focus on issues pertaining to the delivery of culturally appropriate aged care services and highlight initiatives and services that enhance provision of culturally appropriate aged care. The seminars are aimed at managers and proprietors of aged care services, care managers, and health professionals working in the aged care sector. The next Seminar will focus on...
November 03, 2010
Victorian Multicultural Commission Community Grants Program 2011 is now open. There are five categories available to apply for. Applications close on 17th December 2010. For more information, call the Grants Information Line on 1300 366 356 on any weekday between 9am and 5.00pm (except Public Holidays). You can also visit www.multicultural.vic.gov.au for application forms and more information.
November 03, 2010
ECCV, Palliative Care Victoria and the Southern Metro Palliative Care Consortium are proud to present 'Promoting Quality of Life- Palliative Care Speakers Training for Ethnic Communities' Free Training– 10am to 4pm Friday, 19th of November 2010, Carlton VIC Following a day of consultation between ethno-specific and multicultural agencies and the palliative care sector, a free training workshop...
October 27, 2010
Fronditha Care in conjunction with Flinders University is organising a conference to be held in Adelaide on the 30th of June 2011 The focus of the conference will be services to CALD elders across national boundaries and will incorporate the following topics. - Ageing and health within the Hellenic Diaspora. - Cultural identity and Aged Care - Demographics - Aged care needs, service models and...
October 19, 2010
29 October 2010, Gippsland Multicultural Service, Morwell VIC 'Building Blocks in developing culturally inclusive aged care strategies' Seminar is organised by Gippsland Multicultural Services Community Partners Program in collaboration with the Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing. Download Flyer
October 14, 2010
29th October 2010, Maltese Regional Office, 14 Watt Street Sunshine The Maltese Community Council of Victoria and Carers Victoria are holding a free information session, 'Surviving Carers Stress'. This session for Maltese carers is on understanding how physical and emotional stress effects carers and ways to reduce stress in life. Download flyer
October 13, 2010
22 October 2010, Ballarat Town Hall Trench Room, Sturt Street Ballarat The Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing is very pleased to be collaborating with the City of Ballarat to take part in Ballarat Senior’s Intergenerational Festival 2010. We are offering a series of workshops aimed at enhancing knowledge and skills in providing effective aged care to older people from culturally and...
June 11, 2010
To coincide with National Palliative Care Week, Palliative Care Australia has released three of its most popular consumer resources in 21 languages: What is palliative care?, Facts about morphine, and Asking questions can help. Click here for more information on these and other resources including information on ordering.
June 11, 2010
Gateways Support Services and Diversitat (Geelong) are proud to present 'Unveiling the Myths' interactive forum on 1st July 2010 at Geelong West Town Hall Supper Room. The forum will take place from 11:00am-12:30pm (Registrations open at 10:30am) and costs $5. "To enhance cultural awareness in your work practices, this is an interactive forum not to be missed!" Click here for more information.
June 11, 2010
We all know at least one older person whose achievements and service to our community are truly inspirational. The annual Victorian Senior of the Year Awards are about acknowledging and celebrating inspirational Victorian Seniors. If you know an ordinary senior who does extraordinary things in your community then nominating them for an award is a great way to thank them for the work they do....