The Disability Royal Commission is holding more hearings today.
This week's hearings are looking at the use of drugs to control the behaviour of people with disability.
They are also looking at "behaviours of concern" - sometimes called challenging behaviours.
This is likely to be yet another very upsetting week with some very disturbing stories and testimony by people with disability and their families.
☎️ If you find yourself struggling please reach out for help - there are some numbers pinned to the top of this page which you might find helpful.
👉 If you would like to read more about the hearings or see the witness list for this week you can find it here - disability.royalcommission.gov.au/public-hearings/public-hearing-6
👉 And you can watch the live stream of the hearings on the Royal Commission's website - disability.royalcommission.gov.au/
The hearings start at 10am today.
Please look after yourselves ❤️
(Image description: A photo from the last Disability Royal Commission hearings. Two Commissioners can be seen sitting at a podium at the front of the room. They have microphones in front of them. In front of the podium are rows of desks with computers sitting on them. Two people are sitting at the desks - they face the camera with their backs to the Commissioners. One is wearing headphones. Another woman stands in front of the Commissioners. She is facing them with her back to the camera. She is wearing a black and white dress with large flowers on it. She is looking off to the side.) ... See MoreSee Less
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We have a couple of great Virtual Fun Days coming up this week with Cirque du Soleil tomorrow night (Tuesday, 22 September) and Hairspray - Part 1 this Saturday (26 September). If you'd like to join in for these or any of the range of online activities MiLife-Victoria has to offer throughout the week call 9775 7333 to book. For more details visit our website at www.milife-victoria.org.au/online-activities-for-people-with-a-disability/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Timeline PhotosUPDATE FOR VICTORIANS: Change in restrictions from 11:59 tonight:
ℹ️ Metroplitan Melbourne moves to the First Step – including more social interaction
ℹ️ Regional Victoria moves to the Second Step - including expanded social interaction, phased return of some workforces and education.
📍 Here’s the roadmap with all the information you need to navigate through the steps to COVID-normal: www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-restrictions-roadmaps
Thank you Victoria - please stay safe and look after yourselves and each other. ... See MoreSee Less
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There's more to say after R U OK? Start the conversation with a friend or work mate today. Listen, encourage action and check in.
There's more to say after R U OK?
An R U OK? conversation roleplay to help you learn how to navigate a conversation that could change a life. ... See MoreSee Less
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