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Did you know that hearing loss is more common than heart disease, cancer and diabetes? This week we look at Hearing Awareness Week, supported by Deafness Forum Australia and World Hearing Forum. The week is all about recognising the number of Australians who suffer hearing loss everyday and understanding the signs of hearing loss, particularly

If you are considering getting the flu vaccine this year, please refer to the below important information. Flu is easily spread. This health and safety initiative can reduce the impact of seasonal flu in your workplace and home. When you get the flu vaccine, you’re protecting yourself, your loved ones and those around you. And

At HenderCare, we firmly believe that feedback is crucial in helping our business to grow. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, we have recently updated our Feedback and Complaints Policy. Below is a brief FAQ to assist you in best understanding the process and how to provide feedback or lodge a complaint. If you,

In this brief article we will provide you with some general information about the NDIA’s definition of Reasonable and Necessary. This information is relevant for all team members who provide NDIS services to participants and is important to understand. Reasonable & Necessary NDIS funds reasonable and necessary supports to help a person with a disability

International Day of People with Disability fell on Sunday 3 December this year. The HenderCare Disability Services team joined other Adelaide-based service providers in spending Friday 1 December in Victoria Square celebrating the occasion. Pictured: Libby Burns, HenderCare’s National Disability & Allied Health Services Manager with Sam Paior from The Growing Space. International Day of

October marks Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and with over 13,000 Australians living with the condition, HenderCare has recently forged a philanthropic partnership with Down Syndrome Australia to help support advocacy networks for those living with Down syndrome. A genetic condition identified by an extra chromosome in the body, Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal

“The truth is, when it comes down to it, it actually makes life worth living.” HenderCare’s Disability Ambassador, Rachael Leahcar, recently met with inspiring client, Mandy, to talk about the impact HenderCare’s services have had in her life since leaving hospital after an accident. Passionate about sports, HenderCare client, Mandy, wasn’t about to give up

Diabetes Australia describes diabetes as a “serious complex condition which can affect the entire body. Diabetes requires daily self care and if complications develop, diabetes can have a significant impact on quality of life and can reduce life expectancy.” It has been shown that while there is no known cure it is possible to manage

In July 2018, HenderCare introduced their first Reference Group in South Australia. Designed to improve the overall systems of care for service recipients, the reference group is an additional avenue for those receiving HenderCare’s services to voice their opinions and experiences. Now, well over 12 months on, HenderCare is delivering reference groups consistently across the

HenderCare’s disability ambassador, Rachael Leahcar recently sat down with one of our fantastic clients, Liam and his mum, Gemma. Watch to learn more about the services HenderCare provides in the community. When someone in your family has a disability, having access to reliable and caring support staff can make all the difference to daily life.