| Organisations and Services to Assist people with arthritis
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| ARTHRITIS NSW
Arthritis NSW represents people with arthritis, their carers and health professionals. We do this by:
Informing the community about arthritis
Encouraging early medical intervention
Promoting the benefits of physical activity and exercise
Encouraging people to self manage their arthritis through the provision of information, seminars, community programs and online education
Coordinating and promoting branches and support groups
Encouraging research into arthritis through the provision of grants
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Arthritis Foundations |
| ADDRESS |
13 Harold St
North Parramatta NSW 2151 |
| POSTAL ADDRESS |
Locked Bag 16
North Parramatta
NSW 2151 |
| PHONE |
02 9683 1622
1800 011 041 |
| FAX |
02 9683 1633 |
| EMAIL |
info@arthritisnsw.org.au |
| WEB |
www.arthritisnsw.org.au |
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| AUSTRALIAN PODIATRY COUNCIL NSW
Podiatrists are highly skilled foot health professionals trained to deal with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of medical and surgical conditions of the feet and lower limbs. For people with arthritis your podiatrist is qualified to identify and assist you in managing foot pain or concerns which could occur due to your arthritis possibly in combination with other problems such as poor foot biomechanics (structure of the foot), inappropriate footwear, corns / callus or injury. The types of treatment options available include care of skin and nail problems, nail surgery, orthotic therapy and tailored advice on footwear and footcare.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Allied Health Professionals |
| ADDRESS |
20/450 Elizabeth St
Surry Hills NSW 2010 |
| POSTAL ADDRESS |
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| PHONE |
02 9698 3751 |
| FAX |
02 9698 7116 |
| EMAIL |
apoda@podiatry.asn.au |
| WEB |
www.podiatry.asn.au |
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| COUNSELLORS AND PSYCHOTHERAPISTS ASSOCIATION OF NSW
An association of counsellors and psychotherapists that through their website can provide names of clinical members and by searching on a map of Sydney provided you can find therapists in different areas of Sydney. They can also assist with this by phone if you do not have internet access.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Counselling Services |
| ADDRESS |
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| POSTAL ADDRESS |
The Secretariate
Level 13, Suite 134
183 Macquarie Street
Sydney NSW 2000 |
| PHONE |
02 9235 1500 |
| FAX |
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| EMAIL |
office@capa.asn.au |
| WEB |
www.capa.asn.au |
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| DISABILITY AND AGED INFORMATION SERVICE INC
A free service giving information on services and support available to assist people with disabilities, aged people and their families, carers and advocates. DAISI is based in Lismore and services the Far North Coast region from just North of Woolgoolga to Tweed Heads.
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| REGION |
NSW (Northern) |
| CATEGORY |
Disability Services |
| ADDRESS |
Suite 2, 109 Molesworth St
Lismore NSW 2480 |
| POSTAL ADDRESS |
PO Box 594
Lismore NSW 2480 |
| PHONE |
02 6622 8002
1800 800 340 |
| FAX |
02 6622 8001 |
| EMAIL |
info@daisi.asn.au |
| WEB |
www.daisi.asn.au |
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| INDEPENDENT LIVING CENTRE (ILC) NSW
Independent Living Centres are information resource centres for assistive technology. Each centre displays a comprehensive range of products and equipment to assist with daily living activities. Everybody is welcome to use the ILC services, including people with disabilities, older people, their carers, parents, advocates and other service providers, health professionals, architects, builders, suppliers, manufacturers and students. You can try out products and equipment and select those most suitable prior to purchase. Please note that we do not sell items, we only display them.
Each centre has a localised products and equipment database to complement the display. The occupational therapists on our info-lines use this database to provide information that is relevant to the individual caller’s needs. You can use our info-line services by phone, fax or email. Most of the ILC services are free to the public.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Independence Services |
| ADDRESS |
1 Fennell Street
Parramatta NSW 2150 |
| POSTAL ADDRESS |
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| PHONE |
02 9890 0940
1300 885 886 |
| FAX |
02 9890 0966 |
| EMAIL |
help@ilcnsw.asn.au |
| WEB |
www.ilcnsw.asn.au |
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| NSW ASSOCIATION FOR ADOLESCENT HEALTH
A body committed to promoting the health and well-being of young people aged 12-25 in NSW.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Youth Services |
| ADDRESS |
Suite 4, Level 1
619 Elizabeth Street
Redfern NSW 2016 |
| POSTAL ADDRESS |
PO Box 613
Strawberry Hills NSW 2012 |
| PHONE |
02 9699 1033 |
| FAX |
02 9699 3131 |
| EMAIL |
eo@naah.org.au |
| WEB |
www.naah.org.au |
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| NORTHCOTT COMPUTER ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (CATS)
The Computer Assistive Technology Services (CATS)provides information, advice and support regarding assistive technology options for people with disabilities. Assistive technology offers people with disabilities increased independence in the areas of computer access, communication and access to everyday appliances at school, home and work. CATS offers a range of services for adults and children with a range of disabilites. CATS offers assessment sessions, rural visits across NSW, training and workshops, an information service and a technology loan pool. CATS also has regular tours which provide an overview of assistive technology. Fees apply for assessment sessions, comprehensive reports, training and equipment loan.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Independence Services |
| ADDRESS |
1 Fennel St
North Parramatta NSW 2151 |
| POSTAL ADDRESS |
P.O. Box 4055
Parramatta NSW 2124 |
| PHONE |
02 9890 0181
1800 506 071 |
| FAX |
02 9683 2827 |
| EMAIL |
cats@northcott.com.au |
| WEB |
www.northcottcats.com.au |
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| NSW MEALS ON WHEELS ASSOCIATION
Meals on Wheels services are operated by a combined paid and volunteer workforce, delivering meals to frail aged people, people with a disability, and their carers. The service provides crucial support for people who need assistance with meals but want to live independent lives in their own homes. The NSW Meals on Wheels Association is the peak body for Meals on Wheels services across the state. We exist to provide support and resources to our members.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Independence Services |
| ADDRESS |
Level 4, 80 Cooper Street
Surry Hills NSW 2010 |
| POSTAL ADDRESS |
Locked Bag 1100
Surry Hills NSW 2010 |
| PHONE |
02 8219 4200 |
| FAX |
02 8219 4299 |
| EMAIL |
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| WEB |
www.nswmealsonwheels.org.au |
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| OT AUSTRALIA NSW
OT AUSTRALIA NSW is the peak representative body for occupational therapists practising in NSW.
The association can be contacted via website for a register of private occupational therapists or by telephone if the client is unable to use or does not have access to a computer. If clients wish to access a public community based occupational therapist, they should contact their local area health service.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Allied Health Professionals |
| ADDRESS |
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| POSTAL ADDRESS |
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| PHONE |
02 9648 3225 |
| FAX |
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| EMAIL |
info@otnsw.com.au |
| WEB |
www.otnsw.com.au |
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| SPORTS MEDICINE AUSTRAIA NSW
Sports Medicine Australia (NSW Branch) is committed to educating the NSW sport and recreation industry in the prevention, management, and rehabilitation of sporting injuries in order to make sport safer for all participants at all levels of competition.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Sports Medicine |
| ADDRESS |
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| POSTAL ADDRESS |
PO Box 3176
Rhodes NSW 2138 |
| PHONE |
02 8116 9815 |
| FAX |
02 8732 1626 |
| EMAIL |
admin@smansw.com.au |
| WEB |
www.smansw.com.au |
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| TECHNICAL AID TO THE DISABLED (TAD) NSW
TAD make and supply custom designed aids for people with disabilities, loan computers for a small annual fee and provide information on aids and technology as well as previous technical solutions and allied technology through a lending library and free internet access. They also have volunteer speakers to speak to community groups about their work. Where no suitable commercial products are available TADNSW creates or modifies equipment for people with a disability. Devices are made by volunteers to keep costs to a minimum. Donated computers and ancillary equipment are also loaned to clients and maintained for a minimal annual fee.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Independence Services |
| ADDRESS |
Royal Rehabilitation Centre Sydney
Coorabel Entrance
227 Morrison Rd
Ryde NSW 2112 |
| POSTAL ADDRESS |
PO Box 108
Ryde NSW 1680 |
| PHONE |
02 9808 2022
1300 663 243 |
| FAX |
02 9809 7670 |
| EMAIL |
tad@tadnsw.org.au |
| WEB |
www.tadnsw.org.au |
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| THE NORTHCOTT SOCIETY
Northcott provides services, support, products, and information for people with disabilities in NSW.
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| REGION |
New South Wales |
| CATEGORY |
Disability Services |
| ADDRESS |
1 Fennell St
North Parramatta NSW 2151 |
| POSTAL ADDRESS |
PO Box 4055
Parramatta NSW 2151 |
| PHONE |
02 9890 0100
1800 506 071 |
| FAX |
02 9683 2827 |
| EMAIL |
enquiry@northcott.com.au |
| WEB |
www.northcott.com.au |
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