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COVID-19 Update
An important update regarding COVID-19/Coronavirus and the precautionary measures being implemented by ARE and the actions required of their staff, clinicians and clients.
Regaining Independence After a Stroke (And the Story of one Person who Used an Electric Wheelchair to do it!)
A stroke can devastate your mobility and leave you feeling like you have to rely on others for everything. Here are five tips that will help you to regain your independence.
New Traralgon Showroom & Clinic Facility Now Open!
We are excited to introduce you to our new showroom!
What Causes Falls Injuries and How to Prevent This
Why elderly people may fall at home, and how to reduce falls risks.
Four reasons to choose a four wheel scooter over three wheel scooter
What are the differences in three or four wheel scooters, and what is best for me?
Is it Safe to use Bed Poles or Bed Sticks?
Learn about the possible implications of using a bed pole or bed stick.
Top tips on Crutches Everyone Should Know
What types of crutches are best suited for your needs, and how do you use them?
Top factors to consider when caring for a Bariatric Patient
With the right skills and equipment, caring for a patient shouldn't be overwhelming
What are the differences with power wheelchairs?
Rear wheel drive, front wheel drive, or mid wheel drive?
The Biggest Challenges with Pain Management, and What You Can Do to Manage these
Living with pain can be a distressing and debilitating thing. Learn about the options with managing this pain.
Slings: All you Need to Know
With so many sling variations and uses, it can be confusing to understand which sling will best suit each individual requirement.
Transit vs Self-propelled Wheelchairs
Learn about the differences between transit and self-propelled wheelchairs, and which style could best suit your application.
How do I Engage an Occupational Therapist?
Charging Your Scooter or Powerchair
Better Representation of People With Disability in Australian Media
It’s been a long time coming, but disabled people are starting to feature much more heavily in Australian advertising and other media, a change that has been welcomed by many.
Meet Teleport, the Robot Helping Differently-abled People Be in Two Places at Once
Meet Teleport, the newly developed robot that can be operated remotely with just the blink of an eye. This exciting development has great potential for people with disability.
Makayla Gallehawk Dances Through Life with Passion
Makayla Gallehawk has always been passionate about dance, and having the help of disability service Choice, Passion, Life has given her the power to live her dream.
Planet Abled – Travel Options for the Differently Abled
Travelling is challenging, and it can be particularly hard for disabled people. One company seeks to change that – Planet Abled is making travel accessible to all.
Pilates Routines Suit Those with Cerebral Palsy and Multiple Sclerosis
A new form of pilates helps remove the barriers to exercise that wheelchair users face, so that people with cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis can now enjoy the benefits.
Diffability Hollywood: The New Documentary Chronicling the History of Disability in Film
A new documentary smashes stereotypes about the portrayal of disabled people in film, with the aim of improving inclusion for directors, actors and writers with disabilities.
The Case For Fidget Spinners: Why This New Fad is a Useful Tool
Some schools have banned them as a distraction, but are fidget spinners just another fad toy or are they a useful therapeutic tool for some children? Turns out, they can be both.
Optimising Documentation Skills for Clinical Justifications
Effective documentation is essential to getting great results from therapy, and in helping your clients secure access to the funding and equipment they need to thrive.
Sources of Funding and Support for People With Disability
Life can be expensive for people who have a disability, but there are a number of government and non-profit resources that can help alleviate the financial burden.
Spark of Life: Giving the Gift of Communication to Dementia Patients
Discover the program that is changing the lives of people impacted by dementia
Screenability Adds Diversity to the Sydney Film Festival
Introducing Screenability, the new initiative designed to help disabled people enter the film industry and to showcase their diverse array of stories.
Handy gadgets you might not know even exist
Amazing apps for disabilities
Keeping Social In The Golden Years
Keeping In Touch: Communication Aids For Your Elderly Loved Ones
Defying the Disabled Label
Keeping up with Assistive Technology
The Right Ramp for Your Home
Experiencing Road Trauma: A Firsthand Account
Experiencing Road Trauma on a Personal Level
How to make your bathroom safe for your elderly loved ones
Maintaining safety all in aspects of the home.
How to Prevent Bedsores: Exercises for pressure care patients
How to 'Age in Place': Help your Loved Ones Stay at Home for Longer
“Age is an issue of mind of matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn't matter.” – Mark Twain
There are a lot of challenges with getting older. We explore the options and challenges of aging in place.
Accessible Travel for You and Your Loved Ones
Being in a wheelchair or having another disability doesn’t have to be a limit to your ability to travel. You can be inspired by the Gippsland region’s diverse range of accessible visitor experiences and accommodation options.
Wheelchair Sporting Activities in Gippsland & Victoria
Disabilities can create barriers for people when trying get more involved in their local community. At Access Rehab, we provide solutions for independence, in supplying daily mobility but also allowing our clients to have access to a range of social and fun activities.
Dogtober: Super Pups Can Make a Difference In Your Community!
Dogs are not only man's best friend for the visual impaired community, but also for other disabled individuals as well. Assistive dogs are amazing supportive aids for individuals for mobility assistance and daily living. Learn more about these amazing canines in this blog.
Reaching for Gold: Aussies Athletes to Watch at this Paralympics
Who should you be watching at this year's Rio Paralympics?
How to get involved with Steptember
Wouldn't you love to do something to help aged and disabled individuals and at the same time improve your fitness level? Then why not sign up for Steptember!
What to Look Out for After a Fall
Having a fall is an unfortunate risk of getting older. For ageing adults, falls can be a result of medication, underlying illness or low blood pressure. Our team shares some things to monitor after a fall.
What to Look Out for During the Rollout of the NDIS
Access Rehab is getting ready for the nationwide rollout of the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme). Find out whether you are eligible and what to expect from the NDIS in 2016 and 2017.
Getting Your Home Ready - Knee or Hip Surgery
How to best prepare your home to facilitate safe surgery recovery
Read MoreIntroducing our Latest Paediatric Equipment Range!
Check out the Ottobock and Leckey products that we provide.
Steptember Update
Access is proud to announce we competed in the Steptember challenge
Navigating Public Transport
What are your transport options after losing your license?
Ottobock Training Day
Thanks to all those who attended and helped make this an enjoyable day!
Supporting Steptember
Raising funds for those with Cerebral Palsy through competing in the Steptember campaign
Positioning is Everything – Do you have what it takes?
Providing solutions for life
