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Development Disability WA Developmental Disability WA began in 1986 as an organisation supported by Activ.

As the peak advocacy organisation in WA for people with intellectual and other developmental disability and their families, Developmental Disability WA welcomes membership from people who have an interest in advancing the rights and needs of people with disability and their families. Our purpose was to provide a representative voice for a number of organisations which were providing services to pe

ople with developmental disabilities and their families. The organisations found that they had in common a number of concerns, issues and interests relating to the support, services and opportunities available to people with disability, in particular people with high support needs. At the time the organisation was named the Australian Association for Mental Retardation and in 1988 was renamed to Developmental Disability Council, or DDC. In 2014 Developmental Disability WA launched a new name and new logo, with 'council' no longer part of the day to day trading name, to better reflect the strong outward focus on our membership rather than on us as a 'council'. Our new logo defines clearly our purpose - our work to advance advocacy, policy and community, for and with people with intellectual and other developmental disability and their families, and the people who support them.

02/06/2026

Did you know? 🤔
Your young person may be eligible for the Disability Support Pension (DSP) from age 16.

That is one of the many things our families tell us they wish they knew sooner.

Tomorrow's online workshop, Approaching Adulthood, is for families and carers of young people, aged 14–18, with intellectual disability.

We will break down key changes to help you feel more prepared and confident, including:
• Centrelink, NDIS and Medicare changes
• Medicare privacy after age 14
• Carer payments/allowances after age 16
• NDIS nominees

Register now: https://tr.ee/Approaching-Adulthood-3June

Approaching Adulthood Workshop
Tomorrow, Wednesday 3 June
10:00am – 12:30pm
Online on Microsoft Teams
$15 Members | $30 Non-members

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25/05/2026

Supporting a young person with developmental disability can feel overwhelming - but you don’t have to do it alone. 🫂

Join us online tomorrow at our Introduction to Guardianship & Administration workshop to get clear, practical guidance on what happens when a young person turns 18 and beyond.

Plus, all attendees will receive helpful resources to support your next steps.

To register, visit: tr.ee/Intro-to-Guardianship

Introduction to Guardianship and Administration
Date: Tomorrow, 26 May
Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Place: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: $15 Members | $30 Non-members

18/05/2026

Feeling sick is stressful enough without having to worry about finding a doctor's appointment. 🤒

Recent changes to Medicare mean doctors now receive a boost when bulk billing all patients.

What does that mean for you?
- More GP clinics with bulk billing appointments
- Fewer out-of-pocket costs for you
- Better access to healthcare for everyone

Book a bulk billing doctor near you, visit: www.health.gov.au/bulk-billing

07/05/2026

Don't miss this free workshop opportunity! 💼

Thinking about getting a job, or already working? Our 'My Rights at Work' workshop is for you.

Come along to learn, ask questions and talk through anything related to working when you have an intellectual disability.

It is also a great opportunity to connect with others and build confidence in the workplace.

Best of all - it's free!
To register, visit: tr.ee/My-Rights-at-Work

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My Rights at Work Workshop
Date: Thursday 14 May
Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Place: City West Lotteries House - 2 Delhi Street, West Perth
Cost: Free to attend - registration is essential.

04/05/2026

What an incredible turnout at last week’s “What If I Die Tomorrow?” workshop 💛

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, shared openly, and made the evening so meaningful.

One of our attendees, Kerry, shared this wonderful feedback:

“It was such a fabulous meeting with so much helpful information. I laughed and cried and went home with a head full of ideas. I’m going to look into all the options for [my son] with a new confidence now.”

Our next workshop, My Rights at Work, runs Thursday 16 May.

To learn more and register for free, visit: https://tr.ee/My-Rights-at-Work

30/04/2026

Our April member newsletter is out now 📩

Check your inbox for the latest DDWA news, including:
- A big congratulations to our Side by Side team on their Community Support Award nomination
- Parents of teens with disability - we want to hear from you about programs and groups your young adult enjoys
- Learn what education funding support may be available at your school

Not a DDWA member? It’s free for individuals and families to join.
Plus, you’ll get discounted workshop pricing plus great resources delivered straight to your inbox each month.

Join for free today: https://ddwa.org.au/membership/

24/04/2026

Like to learn more about how best to support and advocate for your child at school?

Kiind's free online workshop on Friday 8 May is the perfect place to start. Hear from the Kiind team, and DDWA's very own Leticia about your child's rights at school and how to express your concerns in a productive way.

See the post below for more details and to register! 👇

23/04/2026

Looking for guidance on how best to support your child as they approach adulthood? 🫶

DDWA’s online workshop, Approaching Adulthood, is for families and carers of young people, aged 14-18, with intellectual disability.

We will explain the key changes that come with adulthood, including Centrelink, NDIS, and Medicare, and cover topics such as:
- Medicare privacy after a child turns 14
- Carer payments/allowance (16+ years)
- NDIS Nominees

You will have space to ask questions, share concerns and leave with key insights that many families tell us they wish they knew earlier.

To register, visit: tr.ee/Approaching-Adulthood-3June

Workshop Details:
Approaching Adulthood
Date: Wednesday 3 June
Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Place: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: $15 Members | $30 Non-members

21/04/2026

Big things are happening at DDWA!

John and Matt were behind the mic yesterday, making the most of our podcast recording set‑up, producing a new episode for the Voice and Choice project.

They had a great conversation about the My Communication Rights cards Matt is working on - sparking meaningful discussions about communication, rights, and being heard.

Want to be the first to know when the podcast goes live? 🎙️

Become a DDWA member and stay up to date through our newsletter.
Visit ddwa.org.au/membership/

16/04/2026

Supporting a young person with developmental disability can feel overwhelming - but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

DDWA's online Introduction to Guardianship and Administration workshop is designed for families new to guardianship and administration, and offers practical guidance on what happens when a young person turns 18 and beyond.

We’ll explore common questions, and key decisions to consider during this transition, including:
- What is Guardianship and what are the Authorities?
- What is Administration?
- Whether you should apply, and what options are available?
- The State Administrative Tribunal (SAT)
- and much more!

You'll also receive digital resources to help take the stress out of planning for the future. 😌

To register, visit: tr.ee/Intro-to-Guardianship

Workshop Details:
Introduction to Guardianship and Administration
Date: Tuesday 26 May
Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Place: Online via Microsoft Teams
Cost: $15 Members | $30 Non-members

Address

City West Lotteries House, 2 Delhi Street
West Perth, WA
6005

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

08 9420 7203

Website

https://www.ddwa.org.au/

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