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  • International Day of Sign Language

    • September 2021

      1 min

    To help acknowledge International Day of Sign Language and to show some examples of Key Word Sign, HenderCare Speech Pathologist Sarah, showed us some examples of when key word signing is used in conversation.

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  • What is sensory processing?

    • September 2021

      1 min

    In this short video, Nihalee sits down to explain not only what sensory processing is but why it is so important to understand how our bodies work, including the way we work through our internal cues that help us through everyday tasks.

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  • World Alzheimer’s Day

    • September 2021

      1 min

    Dementia Australia has compiled several resources for all those affected by dementia, including self-care tips for those caring for a loved one or those who provide care for clients living with dementia. These tips include: Seek out emotional support Take time out for things you love Talk to friends and family regularly about the type

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  • Inclusivity in books

    • September 2021

      2 mins

    The Disappointment Dragon: Learning to Cope With Disappointment – EveryHuman The Disappointment Dragon helps children understand and deal with their emotions when going through difficult periods in their lives. It also provides management techniques for parents and carers to help support children during these periods. All Are Welcome – EveryHuman All Are Welcome is all about

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  • R U OK? Day 2021

    • September 2021

      2 mins

    At HenderCare, we wanted to recognise the importance of R U OK? Day and acknowledge the sensitivity of the topic of mental health. To help encourage the conversation, we spoke with HenderCare psychologists Kellie McKay and Vicki Waldren about the importance of checking in with each other. Kellie noted, “We often say to people if

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  • Father’s Day with HenderCare

    • September 2021

      3 mins

      At HenderCare, we have many hardworking men, both in the offices and out in the field, caring for our clients, many of whom are fathers, uncles and grandfathers. Logan (pictured below with his two daughters), one of our field workers at HenderCare, loves being a father to his two daughters. “It’s a really wonderful

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  • Speech pathologists study, diagnose and treat communication disorders, including difficulties with; speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering and using voice. Our Speech Pathologists work with individuals who have difficulty communicating due to; developmental delays, stroke, brain injuries, learning disability or other problems that can affect speech and language. Speech pathologists also specialise

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  • Often communication is thought of as ‘talking’, but there are a number of other situations in our day to day lives where we communicate in other forms. These include: Expressing feelings Helping us understand communications- e.g. books, sign language, body language Ensuring we are included in social interactions Having access to information Learning about ourselves

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  • Fresh FM- Radio interview

    • August 2021

      1 min

      Looking for a career where caring is valued? We have a range of opportunities available and are always looking for dedicated and caring people to join our team. Click HERE to see our available positions or to apply now.

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  •    In the role you will be providing services across a 24-hour roster, 7 days a week. Shifts will include morning/afternoon and overnight shifts for clients requiring complex care. This role is ideal for caring and experienced individuals who want to work with an employer where caring is valued. Although this position is advertised

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