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Today is the International Day of People with Disability and this year the theme is "Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress." With the holiday season almost upon us, this got us thinking of two wonderful programs that help foster inclusivity in our society and social participation:
🎫 Companion Card: Provides free admission for your carer so they can accompany you to places where you might need their assistance. For example, the movies, shows at the MECC, theme parks, public transport and even on services like the ferry to the Whitsunday islands!
🌻 Hidden Disabilities Sunflowers: This simple tool helps you to voluntarily share that you have a disability or condition that may not be immediately apparent – and that you may need a helping hand, understanding, or more time in shops, at work, on transport, or in public spaces.

To find out more information about both of these programs, visit https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/subsidies-concessions-passes/companion-card and https://hdsunflower.com/au/

A symbol for non-visible disabilities, also known as hidden disabilities or invisible disabilities. The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a globally-recognised symbol for non-visible disabilities, also known as hidden disabilities or invisible disabilities. Some people choose to wear the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to discreetly identify that they may need support, help, or just a little more tim...

☎️The tech gremlins have got into our office phone number today so if you get a "this number has been disconnected message" please try our temporary number 07 2104 0508 while we try to sort out the issue. Please leave a voice message if we don't answer and one of our team members will get back to you as soon as they can. Alternatively you can reply to your appointment sms reminders and we will be able to receive your text You can also email us at [email protected] . Thanks for your understanding.☎️

Last week we said goodbye to Hannah Keogh, our speech pathologist, who has been a part of Occumax's story for nearly 10 years. Hannah was our first ever speech pathologist and over the years she moved into the roles of senior speech pathologist and then allied health team leader. Not only is Hannah a talented speech pathologist who is a master of her craft and always went above and beyond for her clients, she showed creativity, vision and leadership skills as we grew our team. Hannah from the bottom our our hearts, we thank you for all that you have done for our clients, team and organisation. We wish you all the very best during your upcoming maternity leave and wherever the next chapter of your life leads you. # # #