Source Kids Disability Expo Guide, Perth August 21 by Source Kids

PERTH EXHIBITION & CONVENTION CENTRE F R I DAY 1 0 S E P T E M B E R 9AM - 4PM S AT U R DAY 11 S E P T E M B E R 9AM - 4PM

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WELCOME

I am thrilled to welcome everyone to our Source Kids Disability Expo in Perth for the very first time.

We are so happy to bring our expo to Perth, and we can’t wait to welcome you all in the doors to the event, which brings together the latest products, services, technology and information under the one roof, for the two-day event. We’ll be showcasing over 90 exhibitors and sponsors, along with some amazing, knowledgeable and inspiring speakers at the expo – that will be focused on giving people with a disability and their families, carers and professionals the opportunity to find and try out products and talk with providers. There will also be some amazing interactive zones within our expo making it the perfect day out for all of the family, this includes an Active Zone, two Game Zones, a Sensory Zone to chill out and recharge in and our Info + Performance Zone with an incredible line up of speakers and entertainment including The Voice star Jordan Anthony and Western Force Rugby. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Source Kids team for their relentless enthusiasm and passion in making this event such a wonderful success, particularly given the challenges over the last 12 months. I would also like to acknowledge and thank our sponsors, exhibitors, speakers and performers for their support of this event. Without these wonderful businesses and individuals, we could not have delivered such a comprehensive and inclusive event for those attending. I hope that everyone enjoys the expo and has the opportunity to explore, find, test, see and be inspired by what is on offer.

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It is important to us to ensure the Source Kids Disability Expo is a COVID safe environment for everyone, this includes attendees, exhibitors, Source Kids employees and volunteers. Importantly, please DO NOT attend the expo if you have: • F ever or symptoms of respiratory infection (cough, sore throat, shortness of breath). • Returned from overseas in the last 14 days. • B een in close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 (coronavirus) in the last 14 days.

WE’RE MAKING THIS EVENT C OV I D SAFE…

There are a number of actions that will be put into place by both Source Kids and the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre to ensure this occurs. The actions include: Source Kids has implemented – but not limited to – the following: • C ompleted a COVID-19 Safety plan. • A ll Source Kids staff and volunteers have undertaken infection control training module. • U tilisation of LUP ticketing system for registrations and check in to the event, including strict adherence to venue capacity numbers and terms and conditions of entry and contactless entry. • P romotion of physical distancing through signage, floor markings etc. • U se of volunteers and staff as COVID safe hygiene marshals. • U se of dedicated event security.

•D edicated entry and exit points. • F ace masks available to attendees upon request. • U se of public address system during the show to be broadcast COVID safe attendance messaging. • E ncourage all stakeholders to download the COVIDsafe app. PCEC has implemented – but not limited to – the following: PCEC stringently applies the Australian Government Department of Health safety regulations and advice and additionally the requirements prescribed by the Western Australian Government. A full list of venue specific COVID protocols can be found online, but some key areas of this include: • P racticing of social distancing • S ignage that clearly displays conditions of entry including use of QR code contract tracing. • Increased cleaning protocols. • C ontactless hand sanitiser stations. • Increased security presence.

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GENERAL INFO

First Aid If you require first aid please see our First Aid Officers located just inside the main entrance, or please see a Source Kids volunteer who can assist.

Disability toilets Located inside the Exhibition Hall at the rear of the hall, as well as outside on the concourse.

Male/female facilities Located at the rear of the exhibition hall and outside the hall on the concourse area.

Information/assistance If you require information or assistance please visit the registration information desk at the main entrance to the event or locate a Source Kids volunteer wearing a black Source Kids t-shirt and volunteer lanyard.

Payments Our event will be a cashless event and payments for products within the event can only be made via EFTPOS payments.

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Ameya Living Table 14 T7 Carers GAME 69 68 67 Table 66 20 WA ZONE 2 Ezeloops + FACE PAINTING Table 16 T6 Future Living Table 17 HenderCare Table 6 T5 Identity WA Table 19 Table 7 T4 Kids Connect T16 T15 T14 T13 49 Making Noise 48 Table 13 T3 Peak Plan Management Table 18 T17 T18 T19 T20 Perth Surgical Shoemakers & Wembley Shoes Table 4 47 50 T2 People with Disabilities WA Inc Table 1 Plancare Table 15 T1 82 Table 3 Plan Partners 46 Programmed Care 45 Table 5 COFFEE Vitality Equipment Table 2

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Ability WA Booth 79 38 40 42 34 36 Ability Action Australia Booth 4A ABS Succession Lawyers Booth 15 37 39 41 33 35 AC Mobility Booth 25,27-28 Afford Booth 1 APM & Wanslea ECEI Booth 6 Apollo Healthcare Technologies Booth 82 Assist Plan Managers Booth 38 70 AT Chat Booth 53 32 31 At Home Care Booth 12 28 30 29 Auscare Group Booth 65 71 Australian Mobility Equipment Booth 31-32 Autism Association of Western Australia Booth 23 72 Better Rehab Booth 16 Blossom Earth Magnesium Products Booth 68 Care 73 Squared Booth 56 Certifii Booth 58 22 23 24 25 CliniKids - Telethon21 Kids Institute Booth 40 74 Complex Support Coordination Booth 55 Concentric Rehabilitation Centre Booth 30 Crosslinks Booth 66 75 Early Start Australia Booth 37 & 39 Funky Monkey Bars Booth 51-52 Goally 76 20 18 14 51/52 Booth 80 Hireup Booth 45 Humdrum Booth 4B 19 17 77 Solutions Booth 16 15 Indigo 63-64 12 Kalparrin Booth 78 KiddiKutter Booth 72 78 Kites Children's Therapy Booth 7 Learning Pod Group Booth 77 9 Lifestyle Solutions Booth 46 2 6 3 5 Mable Booth 8 79 ManageIT Booth 62 1 7 4B 4A

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Info + Performance Zone Our Info + Performance Zone, located on the right-hand side of the exhibition hall will bring some fantastic speakers, performances and activities to join in with over the two days. See pages 12-14 for the full program. Powe re d by

Game Zones We have two incredible Game Zones set up at the expo. Game Zone 1 is located on the right-hand side of the expo hall and has three interactive areas of building, colouring and playing. Game Zone 2 is at the back of the hall and has some awesome giant games in the space sure to test everyone out. Parents can take a seat and have a rest, while their kids enjoy this space.

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Sensory Zone Come and explore the sensory wonderland filled with all the latest sensory equipment and products available. This space has kindly been created by Sensory Wizard who create sensory playgrounds that use equipment and activities to enhance motor skills or calm the surroundings and senses. The Sensory Zone is a great space for the kids to relax and fulfil their sensory needs before setting off again for more exploring around the expo. The Sensory Zone will be open during opening hours on both event days.

Face Painting A bear, unicorn, tiger, rainbow or a dragon - our face painters will do their best to create some magic on the kids' (and big kids') faces. Located near Game Zone 2.

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Our Info + Performance Zone for Perth 2021 has an incredible and knowledgeable line up of speakers sure to entertain, educate and inspire everyone attending.

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HIP HOP AND DANCE WITH J E T S T H E AT R E S C H O O L Come and watch the team from JETS put on a dynamic display of some fresh hip hop moves! A dynamic dance workshop Friday and workshop and performance troupe Saturday, we know everyone will be moving and grooving!

C AT C H M U S I C Come along to a percussion and singing session with the fantastic team from Catch Music! Catch Music creates everyday opportunities for music-lovers of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds to express their musical passions.

HOST

Dr Lydia Timms is co-chair of the WA branch of Speech Pathology Australia. She is a lecturer in the Curtin School of Allied Health at Curtin University, and manages the clinical experiences for speech pathology students on placement in the community. Lydia has worked in multiple rural communities and Australian cities and is a passionate advocate for vulnerable children around the world. She particularly enjoys sitting on the ground with a group of kids, trying to understand and support their communication needs. As a researcher and speech pathologist, Lydia has worked with school children, young people engage in the justice system, children with disabilities, and their families. Friday 10 September

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Dr Sharon Smart is co-chair of the WA branch of Speech Pathology Australia. She is a lecturer in the Curtin School of Allied Health at Curtin University, and works as a Senior Speech Pathologist with children experiencing feeding and swallowing difficulties at Fiona Stanley Hospital. Dr Smart has worked in the disability sector, tertiary hospitals and private practice in Perth and London over the past 20 years, and lectured within over 15 undergraduate and postgraduate units in child speech, language, feeding and swallowing at Curtin University. She is a clinical researcher specialising in feeding and swallowing difficulties in children, with a special interest in tongue-tie. Dr Smart enjoys teaching current evidence based assessment and intervention practices to the next generation of speech pathologists. Saturday 11 September

PROGRAM

T H E I M P O R TA N C E O F POSITIVE SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR CARERS For many carers, helping to look after somebody close to them who requires extra help day-today is just a normal part of life – they may be a partner, son, daughter, parent, sibling, friend or neighbour. Caring can be a rewarding experience however it can sometimes be challenging, and it is important as a carer, that you take the time to look after yourself as well. During this session we will discuss the importance of creating a positive support system for physical, psychological, and emotional wellbeing. Presented by Laura Malcolm, Carers WA

MEET AND GREET WITH THE P L AY E R S - W E S T E R N F O R C E Come and meet some of the players from Perth’s very own Western Force Rugby Union. There will be a chance for some handballing target practice with the players too! Presented by Western Force

FINDING TRUSTED CARE AND SUPPORT WORKERS In partnership with Source Kids, Mable recently surveyed over 100 parents to find out what they want to know about engaging and working with support workers for their children with a disability. The findings were eye-opening, and one which stood out the most was that, over 40% of respondents find it hard to even define what they want in a support worker. In this Infopod session, Pieta Manning from Mable will walk you through navigating, finding and connecting with your first support worker. Presented by Pieta Manning, Mable

INFO + PER FOR MANCE FRIDAY AND SATURD AY

FRIDAY

10.00am

----The importance of positive support systems for carers Laura Malcolm / CARERS WA

1.30pm

----Catch Music

SATURDAY

1.30pm

10.45am

----Western Force – meet and greet with the players Tim Anstee (Player) and Nick Hensley (Assistant Coach)

----Meet and hear from the Voice Finalist Jordan Anthony

2.00pm

----Hip Hop and Dance with Jets Theatre School

11.30am

----Finding trusted care and support workers Pieta Manning / MABLE

2.30pm

----Muay Thai Kickboxing for Therapy

12.15pm

----Understanding how the NDIS really works! Nickky Whyte / KALPARRIN

3.00pm

----Ballroom FIT

BALLROOM FIT A ballroom dancing display by the Ballroom Fit All Ability Dancers. Ballroom Fit is an NDIS registered provider and accredited Teaching Facility with DanceSport Australia. They offer group classes and private lessons to people living with Down syndrome around the Perth metropolitan area. At Ballroom Fit they believe dancing is for everyone and will work with students to ensure they have fun and achieve their best.

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INFO + PE RFORMANCE Our Info + Performance Zone for Perth 2021 has an incredible and knowledgeable line up of speakers sure to entertain, educate and inspire everyone attending.

INFO + PER FOR MANCE FRIDAY AND SATURD AY

10.00am

----The importance of positive support systems for carers Laura Malcolm / CARERS WA

FRIDAY

1.30pm

----Catch Music

----Western Force – meet and greet with the players Tim Anstee (Player) and Nick Hensley (Assistant Coach)

U N D E R S TA N D I N G H O W T H E N D I S R E A L LY W O R K S ! This presentation will provide useful insights, information and guidance that can save you time, frustration and possibly your sanity! Nickky will explain what the NDIS is all about, what to expect, how to successfully prepare for a plan or plan review, how to set goals that the NDIS is likely to support and forms of evidence and information that you’ll need to keep on your radar to keep things moving along. Nickky is the head of Kalparrin's Family Support team in Perth. With lived experience her hands-on role involves helping families to navigate the National Disability Insurance Scheme, to achieve positive outcomes for their child or children living with disability and complex health and medical conditions. Presented by Kalparrin

SATURDAY

1.30pm

10.45am

----Meet and hear from the Voice Finalist Jordan Anthony

2.00pm

----Hip Hop and Dance with Jets Theatre School

MEET AND HEAR FROM THE VOICE FIN A LIS T – JORDA N ANTHONY Come and meet with Perth’s very own Jordan Anthony, who was the youngest male in the eighth season of The Voice in 2019. Jordan was in Team Delta and reached the final four in the competition. Hear Jordan sing a few of his favourite songs too and about how he got there and what he’s up to now. Presented by Jordan Anthony

11.30am

----Finding trusted care and support workers Pieta Manning / MABLE

2.30pm

----Muay Thai Kickboxing for Therapy

12.15pm

----Understanding how the NDIS really works! Nickky Whyte / KALPARRIN

3.00pm

----Ballroom FIT

M U AY T H A I K I C K B OX I N G FOR THER APY Watch a high energy demonstration from the Muay Thai Kickboxing for Therapy team as they duck and weave through this class. Muay Thai kickboxing is a great sport to work on core strength, overall fitness as well as confidence and selfcontrol. See why this therapy packs a punch with its members! Presented by Sunset Muay Thai

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