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SUMMARY:Perth Northern Suburb - Preventing harm from alcohol and other drugs workshop
DESCRIPTION:Preventing harm from alcohol and other drugs among older adults\nAre you an allied health professional working with older adults? \nAs trusted healthcare providers\, allied health professionals play a crucial role in supporting older adults and are well-positioned to identify and support those at risk of alcohol-related harm. \nAlcohol is one of Australia’s most widely used drugs\, with Australian adults aged over 50 consuming alcohol more regularly than any other age group. In addition to drinking more frequently\, older adults are at greater risk of harm from alcohol due to physiological differences in how older adults metabolise alcohol and the presence of other co-morbidities. \nInjury Matters\, in collaboration with Professor Robert Ali and Professor Steve Allsop\, are delivering these FREE workshops to equip allied health professionals in the Perth Metropolitan area with the knowledge and skills to effectively identify and address alcohol and other drug (AoD) risks in their older adult clients/patients. These in-person workshops will focus on the application of the ASSIST-Lite (Alcohol\, Smoking and Substance Involvement Screening Test) and how to effectively utilise the tool with older adults. The ASSIST-Lite is a world-renowned evidence-based tool that supports a comprehensive approach to identifying and supporting individuals at risk of harm from alcohol and other drugs. \nIt is vital that older adults at heightened risk of alcohol and other drug use are supported to access specialised support and therefore this workshop will provide information and resources to support allied health professionals to ensure that older adults are empowered to access the support that they need. \nPerth Northern workshops:\n• Wednesday 12th February 2025\, 12:30pm – 4:00pm\, and\n• Wednesday 19th February 2025\, 12:30pm – 4:00pm. \nPlease note that you are required to attend both half-day sessions to complete the training. \nFollowing the two half day workshops participants will:\n• Recognise their role in identifying older adults at risk of alcohol and other drug harm and the importance of referring them to appropriate services.\n• Have an increased knowledge about the significance of conducting AoD screenings using the ASSIST-Lite tool.\n• Be skilled in applying the ASSIST-Lite screening tool effectively with older adults.\n• Have an increased confidence to conduct AoD screenings.\n• Be confident to make referrals to local support services when necessary. \n  \nPresenter profiles:\nProfessor Robert Ali\nAssociate Professor Robert Ali AO MBBS FAFPHM FAChAM is one of Australia’s leading alcohol and other drug clinician-researchers. Dr. Ali has extensive knowledge of the ASSIST-lite tool and is very experienced in training health professionals on how to use it. \nProfessor Steve Allsop\nProfessor Allsop has a strong background in workforce development having been director of Clinical Education in two state government AoD services and as Director of a National workforce development centre of excellence. He has also worked on projects focusing on alcohol and the ageing population\, notably supervising an influential PhD in this domain \nRegister Here  \nComplimentary refreshments and afternoon tea are provided for both workshops. \nBy attending these workshops you can play a vital role in reducing the risk of harm to older adults. \nIf this location and/or dates do not meet your availability\, additional metropolitan workshops are also available. For more information click here. \nThese workshops are delivered by Injury Matters\, thanks to funding provided by Healthway. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/perth-northern-suburb-preventing-harm-from-alcohol-and-other-drugs-workshop/
LOCATION:Quest Joondalup – Conference Room\, 83 Boas Ave\, Joondalup\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6027\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters
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SUMMARY:Perth City - Preventing harm from alcohol and other drugs among older adults workshop
DESCRIPTION:Preventing harm from alcohol and other drugs among older adults\nAre you an allied health professional working with older adults? \nAs trusted healthcare providers\, allied health professionals play a crucial role in supporting older adults and are well-positioned to identify and support those at risk of alcohol-related harm. \nAlcohol is one of Australia’s most widely used drugs\, with Australian adults aged over 50 consuming alcohol more regularly than any other age group. In addition to drinking more frequently\, older adults are at greater risk of harm from alcohol due to physiological differences in how older adults metabolise alcohol and the presence of other co-morbidities. \nInjury Matters\, in collaboration with Professor Robert Ali and Professor Steve Allsop\, are delivering these FREE workshops to equip allied health professionals in the Perth Metropolitan area with the knowledge and skills to effectively identify and address alcohol and other drug (AoD) risks in their older adult clients/patients. These in-person workshops will focus on the application of the ASSIST-Lite (Alcohol\, Smoking and Substance Involvement Screening Test) and how to effectively utilise the tool with older adults. The ASSIST-Lite is a world-renowned evidence-based tool that supports a comprehensive approach to identifying and supporting individuals at risk of harm from alcohol and other drugs. \nIt is vital that older adults at heightened risk of alcohol and other drug use are supported to access specialised support and therefore this workshop will provide information and resources to support allied health professionals to ensure that older adults are empowered to access the support that they need. \nPerth Metro workshops:\n• Tuesday 11th February 2025\, 12:30pm – 4:00pm\, and\n• Tuesday 18th February 2025\, 12:30pm – 4:00pm. \nPlease note that you are required to attend both half-day sessions to complete the training. \nFollowing the two half day workshops participants will:\n• Recognise their role in identifying older adults at risk of alcohol and other drug harm and the importance of referring them to appropriate services.\n• Have an increased knowledge about the significance of conducting AoD screenings using the ASSIST-Lite tool.\n• Be skilled in applying the ASSIST-Lite screening tool effectively with older adults.\n• Have an increased confidence to conduct AoD screenings.\n• Be confident to make referrals to local support services when necessary. \n  \nPresenter profiles:\nProfessor Robert Ali\nAssociate Professor Robert Ali AO MBBS FAFPHM FAChAM is one of Australia’s leading alcohol and other drug clinician-researchers. Dr. Ali has extensive knowledge of the ASSIST-lite tool and is very experienced in training health professionals on how to use it. \nProfessor Steve Allsop\nProfessor Allsop has a strong background in workforce development having been director of Clinical Education in two state government AoD services and as Director of a National workforce development centre of excellence. He has also worked on projects focusing on alcohol and the ageing population\, notably supervising an influential PhD in this domain. \nRegister Here  \nComplimentary refreshments and afternoon tea are provided for both workshops. \nBy attending these workshops you can play a vital role in reducing the risk of harm to older adults. \nIf this location and/or dates do not meet your availability\, additional metropolitan workshops are also available. For more information click here. \nThese workshops are delivered by Injury Matters\, thanks to funding provided by Healthway.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/perth-city-preventing-harm-from-alcohol-and-other-drugs-among-older-adults-workshop/
LOCATION:Telethon Speech and Hearing Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters
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SUMMARY:Public Health Pre-election Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join Injury Matters and fellow public health advocates at the WA Public Health Pre-election Forum. \nThis co-hosted event with the Public Health Association Australia\, Public Health Advocacy Institute\, Australian Health Promotion Association and Injury Matters will provide an opportunity to hear from special guests The Hon. Amber-Jade Sanderson MLA\, The Hon. Libby Mettam MLA and The Hon. Dr Brad Pettitt MLC. \nThe two-hour event will include networking opportunities and a light lunch. \nRegional stakeholders are able to register for live-streaming access. \nRSVP today for this free event to ensure your injury prevention priorities are heard ahead of the State Election on March 8th 2025.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/public-health-pre-election-forum/
LOCATION:Bendat Basketball Centre\, 201 Underwood Avenue\, Floreat\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241115T113000
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SUMMARY:City of Vincent - Improve Your Health Bingo-cise
DESCRIPTION:Join Injury Matters and the City of Vincent for a free Stay On Your Feet® community event. \nLearn how you can Improve Your Health to prevent falls and have some fun with Bingo-cise for seniors. \nFinish the session with a morning tea with your fellow participants. \nHeld in the Birak Room at the Vincent Community Centre. \nRegistration is essential as places are limited. \nEmail community.development@vincent.wa.gov.au or call 6112 5838
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/city-of-vincent-improve-your-health-bingo-cise/
LOCATION:Vincent Community Centre\, 99 Loftus Street\, Leederville\, WA\, 6007\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241112T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241112T130000
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SUMMARY:Town of Mosman Park - Improve Your Health & Foodbank WA Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Injury Matters and the Town of Mosman Park for a free Stay On Your Feet® community event. \nLearn from a local health professional about how you can Improve Your Health to prevent falls. \nParticipate in an interactive workshop with Foodbank WA and enjoy a light lunch with your fellow participants after the session. \nFor enquiries\, contact:  9383 6600 \nClick here to register \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/town-of-mosman-park-improve-your-health-foodbank-wa-workshop/
LOCATION:Alf Adams Pavilion\, Solomon Street\, Mosman Park\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241030T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20241030T193000
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SUMMARY:Falls Forum - Promoting Independence and Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful Fall Prevention Forum\, focused on improving independence and building confidence of older adults. This forum will cover key aspects of fall prevention\, from practical interventions to addressing the psychological factors associated with falls. \nGain insights into research on effective strategies to help older adults get up off the floor independently. Learn about the techniques used during different stages of this process and get practical tips for implementing therapeutic and exercise interventions that strengthen balance\, mobility\, and confidence. The forum will also feature a practical demonstration where you’ll learn exercises and strategies to support fall prevention programs. \nAdditionally\, the forum will explore the impact of fear of falling\, which can have impacts on the physical and social welling being of older adults. Understand how this fear affects daily activities and falls risk\, and how health professionals can help manage these concerns to improve quality of life. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in fall prevention! \nEvent Program\n4:30pm: Registrations open (food available for in-person attendees) \n5:00pm: Welcome and introduction to falls in WA\, Injury Matters \n5:15pm: How do older people rise from the floor independently? Associate Professor Elissa Burton\, Curtin University \n6:00pm: Strength and Confidence: Screening\, Interventions\, and Getting Up Safely\, Maryann Fabling\, Injury Matters \n6:45pm: Understanding Fear of Falling: Addressing a Key Falls Risk Factor\, Kristie Harper\, Curtin School of Allied Health\, OT Sir Charles Gairdner OPHCG \n7:05pm: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Strategies\, Ian Holbrook\, Injury Matters \n7:25pm: Event close \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIncreased knowledge of the latest evidence from research into effective interventions for getting up off the floor\nIncreased awareness of when and how to screen for falls.\nIncreased knowledge of techniques for safely guiding older adults in getting up off the floor.\nIncreased knowledge of how to identify and address the fear of falling in older adults to reduce its impact on mobility and daily activities.\n\nTarget Audience\nPhysiotherapists\, occupational therapists\, community nurses\, nurse practitioners\, exercise physiologists and allied health assistants\, working with older adults in the community\, home care\, re-ablement or rehabilitation. \nHybrid event –  Click Here to Register!\n 
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/falls-forum/
LOCATION:The Hub\, Bentley Technology Park\, 2 Brodie Hall Drive\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230511T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
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SUMMARY:Injury Prevention Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:Injury is Everyone’s Business\nThe Injury Prevention Summit is a one-day event held biennially by Injury Matters\, via the Know Injury program\, with funding from the Western Australian Department of Health. \nThe event will be held on 11th May 2023 and will bring together injury prevention and safety promotion practitioners\, policymakers and Local Governments from across Western Australia to share knowledge and build capacity to integrate injury prevention and safety promotion practices into their work. \nExpect Keynote presentations from experts Denise Sullivan\, Director of Chronic Disease Prevention at the Department of Health\, Lucy Saunders\, Director and Founder of Healthy Streets\, and Professor Tanya Chikritzhs\, lead of the Alcohol Policy Research team at the National Drug Research Institute. \nThe Injury Prevention Summit aims to facilitate collaboration within the sector by exploring the cross cutting factors contributing to injury\, while providing the space to exchange knowledge\, ideas\, and information across WA. \nThe three sessions for the day include Evidence-Informed Injury Prevention\, Safe Streets\, and Preventing Harm from Alcohol.  \nIn-person registration\, networking\, and refreshments to open from 9:00am for in-person attendees\, with formalities to commence at 9:30am. Morning tea\, lunch\, and afternoon tea will be provided for in-person attendees. \nGet Tickets Here \n2023 Injury Prevention Summit Program\nView the Program \nAlternatively\, Download the Program (PDF). \nOur Speakers\n \nJodie Nikolic\nJodie’s life changed forever when she was struck by a motor vehicle whilst cycling. The driver\, was over the legal alcohol limit\, found to be fatigued at the time as well as using their mobile phone whist driving. Working as a dietician and gym operator\, the spinal cord injuries Jodie sustained in this cycling accident completely changed the course of her life. \nJodie is an engaging presenter and has a passion for educating drivers. Her goal is to help minimise the number of drivers on Australian roads that continue to use their phones or drive whilst intoxicated. \n  \n \nDr Denise Sullivan \nDr Sullivan is Director Chronic Disease Prevention with the Department of Health. In this role she leads the development of state chronic disease and injury prevention policy and planning frameworks and contributes to the shaping of the national preventive health policy agenda. Her professional interests cover many aspects of chronic disease and injury prevention encompassing health communications\, health promotion and research\, public policy on health\, and workforce planning and development. She has a particular interest in furthering collaborations with other sectors with a mutual interest in promoting a more active and healthier WA community\, creating and sustaining environments that support this. \n  \nDr Delia Hendrie\nDr Hendrie is a senior lecturer in the School of Public Health at Curtin University. Delia’s main research interests include policy and program evaluation\, in relation to evaluating their effectiveness and cost-effectiveness. \nMuch of her recent work in this field has been evaluating the impact of population health measures\, clinical interventions\, and public health laws\, and she collaborates widely with health professionals\, government agencies\, private sector agencies\, and community groups. \n  \n \nLauren Humphreys\nLauren Humphreys is the Senior Research and Evaluation Officer within the Chronic Disease Prevention Directorate at the WA Department of Health. In this role\, she provides expert advice on evaluation and related research pertaining to chronic disease and injury prevention activities\, projects\, and funded programs. Her interests include building professional capacity for research and evaluation\, improving data literacy and accessibility\, and discovering innovative ways to use and share data to inform policy and program planning. \n  \n  \n \nLucy Saunders\nHealthy Streets was developed by Lucy Saunders through her research on the interface of urban spaces and human health. She is a unique combination of public health specialist\, urbanist and transport planner. Lucy works with organisations across the world adapting her Healthy Streets Approach to each context. She also collaborates with kind and brilliant people to create exciting new things that help to improve population health. The success of this Approach is its wide-reaching resonance across political\, special interest and professional divides; used to engage\, influence and coordinate a wide range of stakeholders around a coherent vision. \n  \nTim Judd\nTim has twenty-two years’ experience in the area of Transportation and Land Use Planning\, Road Safety\, Public Transport and Active Travel. Tim is a board member of the Streets for People WA advocacy body\, a member of the Cycling Walking Australia and New Zealand Design Innovations Working Group\, and a panel member of Main Roads WA/IPWEA Road Safety Panel. As an accredited Healthy Streets practitioner and designer Tim has vast experience with Healthy Streets having been on the small industry working group to develop the Healthy Streets design check tool for Australia. \n  \n \nTerri-Anne Pettet\nTerri-Anne brings more than 25 years of experience in road safety research\, policy development\, strategic and operational program planning\, and delivery. She currently manages WALGA’s road safety policy and RoadWise team\, working with Local Governments across Western Australia. \nTerri-Anne is the Deputy Member representing Local Government on the Road Safety Council of WA\, a Director of the Board of Injury Matters and is the Deputy Chair of the WA Chapter of the Australasian College of Road Safety. Terri-Anne is passionate about engaging\, inspiring\, and supporting Local Governments to move towards evidence-based\, better practices road safety. \n  \n  \n \nProfessor Tanya Chikritzhs\nTanya leads the Alcohol Policy and Strategy Research team at the National Drug Research Institute\, Curtin University. She has qualifications in epidemiology and biostatistics\, 25 years’ experience spanning many areas of alcohol research and an international profile as an expert in her field. \nTanya has published over 300 peer reviewed journal articles\, reports and book chapters on evaluations of alcohol policy and alcohol epidemiology. \n  \nJo Woodruff\nJo has 20+ years of experience working in the public and private health sectors as a physiotherapist & lactation consultant before completing a Graduate Diploma in Health Promotion and a Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Health & Medicine. \nJo is currently employed as the Wheatbelt Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention Coordinator with Holyoake’s Wheatbelt Community Alcohol & Drug Service. AOD prevention focuses on supporting communities & organisations to develop & implement grass-roots\, evidence-based initiatives that aim to improve protective factors and reduce the harms associated with AOD use. \n  \n \nAlison Grainger\nAllison is an experienced and passionate researcher\, with more than fifteen years’ experience in the market and social research industry. She has worked for clients in both the public and private sectors\, and across a range of areas\, including health\, mental health\, road safety\, education\, alcohol and drugs\, tourism\, employment\, environment and sustainability. Allison has experience in the development and execution of behaviour change interventions and communications (formative\, concept testing and evaluation research)\, community attitude tracking\, community and consumer segmentation\, stakeholder consultation\, corporate reputation and brand guidance research. \n  \nInjury Matters Cancellation and Refund Policy\n\nParticipants may request a refund or transfer their registration to another person if they are unable to attend.\nCancellation or requests to transfer registration to another person must be received in writing by emailing info@knowinjury.org.au within five (5) working days of the event.\nNo tentative bookings will be accepted.\nNon-attendance or cancellations received within five (5) working days of the start of the event will incur the full fee.\n\nIf you are experiencing financial hardship but would like to attend this event\, please contact info@knowinjury.org.au so we can accommodate for your needs.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/injury-prevention-summit-2023/
LOCATION:Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 21\, Mounts Bay Road\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters
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SUMMARY:Peer Education Session
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to become an active member of your community\, while helping others? \nTalk to us about what it takes to become a Volunteer Peer Educator and book into our next training session\, Wed 8th February from 10am – 1pm. \nVolunteering gives you the opportunity to meet people\, learn new skills\, help others\, take on new challenges and use your skills and experience in a positive way. \nSome of the benefits of volunteering at Injury Matters include: \n\nLearning new skills;\nMeeting new people;\nEducating peers and giving back to the community;\nFree training including public speaking and Cultural Awareness;\nMaking friends!\n\nCall Sandy Duxbury on 6166 7688  or email: info@injurymatters.org.au to find out more about the role and bookings for the training sessions.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/peer-education-session/
LOCATION:Injury Matters\, 2/297 VINCENT STREET\, Leederville\, Western Australia\, 6007\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221116T164500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
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SUMMARY:Falls Prevention Forum 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join Injury Matters and the Australian Association of Gerontology for a WA falls prevention professional development and networking evening. \nThe evening will host leading experts in the field of falls prevention\, including international speaker Professor Ngaire Kerse from the University of Auckland coming to Perth\, showcasing the latest falls prevention evidence across the community\, hospital\, and residential aged-care settings. \nThe event will provide an opportunity for attendees to contribute to a discussion around falls prevention in WA and is suited to any professionals working in falls prevention. \nIn-person registration\, networking\, and refreshments to open from 4:45pm for in-person attendees\, with formalities to commence at 5:30pm. \nEvent Program \n4:45pm: Registrations open (food available for in-person attendees) \n5:30pm: Welcome and introduction to falls in WA (Injury Matters) \n5:40pm: Staying Upright: falls prevention in the community and residential aged care (Professor Ngaire Kerse\, University of Auckland NZ) \n6:30pm: Post Fall MD Management Guidelines for WA Health Care Settings 2023 (Su Kitchen\, Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group) \n6:45pm: Panel Discussion ‘Putting our best foot forward: The future of falls prevention in WA’\n(Professor Ngaire Kerse\, University of Auckland NZ\, Su Kitchen\, Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group\, Professor Anne-Marie Hill\, University of Western Australia\, Suzanne Butler\, Injury Matters) \n7:15pm: Update on the Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Conference Perth 2023 (Anne-Marie Hill\, The University of Western Australia) \n7:20pm: Event close \nRegister here \n 
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/falls-prevention-forum-2022/
LOCATION:Bendat Parent & Community Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220929T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
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SUMMARY:Move Your Body Safe-Tea Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join Injury Matters and the City of Swan for a free Stay On Your Feet® community event and afternoon tea! \nLearn about how to Build Your Balance and Strengthen Your Legs to prevent falls and promote health ageing through: \n\nStrength and balance assessments\nHealth professional guest speakers\nStrength and balance exercise demonstrations\nTai Chi\nHealth service stalls\n\nAll older adults living in the community\, Carers and family members are welcome. \nWhen: Thursday 29th September 2022 from 10am-1pm \nWhere: Swan Districts Senior Citizen Centre\, 21 Junction Parade Midland\, WA 6056 \nTo register for this event\, follow the link here.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/move-your-body-safe-tea-fair/
LOCATION:Swan Districts Senior Citizen Centre\, 21 Junction Parade\, Midland\, WA\, 6056\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220629T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220629T140000
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SUMMARY:Building Support in Preventing Violence in WA
DESCRIPTION:This free bite-sized webinar from the Local Government Community Safety Network will provide a local focus on violence prevention following the launch of the Our Watch Local Government violence prevention toolkit. \nSpeakers\n\nKatie Moynan works in the role of Specialist Practice Development & Research at Preventing Violence\nTogether\, a collaboration co-chaired by the Centre for Women’s Safety and Stopping Family Violence\,\ntwo established\, state-wide organisations with a shared purpose of supporting women and children\nexperiencing family\, domestic and sexual violence\, to be safe and free from violence. Having professionally\nsupported victim survivors of family\, domestic and sexual violence for many years\, Katie is passionate\nabout shifting the culture that permits violence to occur in the first place.\nCr Chontelle Stone is a passionate advocate for community participation\, engagement and connectivity.\nIn 2017\, Chontelle was elected to the City of Cockburn where she has been contributing to creating an\nenvironment of social inclusion. As President of the Australian Local Government Women’s Association\nWA Branch Chontelle developed the Stand Up program aimed at increasing female representation on\nLocal Government Councils.\n\nThere will be opportunity to share any initiatives your LG are doing to prevent violence. If you are interested in sharing\, please contact Vikki Barlow VBarlow@walga.asn.au \nRegister
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/building-support-in-preventing-violence-in-wa/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220427T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
CREATED:20220228T072237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T074639Z
UID:4629-1651053600-1651062600@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Elder abuse recognition and response in older adult clients online workshop
DESCRIPTION:Elder abuse is a serious public health issue\, estimated to affect 1 in 20 older adults in Western Australia. It can take many forms\, including financial\, social\, physical\, sexual\, psychological\, and emotional abuse\, and can occur in a range of different settings. Elder abuse can have ongoing health impacts on an individual\, such as physical injury\, poor mental health\, and increased risk of placement in residential aged care. \nAs with many forms of abuse\, it can be difficult for an individual experiencing elder abuse to speak out. It is vital that health and community professionals working with older adults in WA carry the skills to recognise and respond to elder abuse to ensure the safety of their clients. \nJoin Injury Matters\, with guest facilitator Shawnee Van Poeteren from Advocare for the ‘Elder abuse recognition and response in older adult clients’ online workshop\, where we will explore: \n\nElder abuse and its impact on older adults\nHow to recognise and respond to elder abuse\nOptions for clients experiencing elder abuse\nThe Elder Abuse Protocol and 5-step approach for action against elder abuse\nElder abuse policy and procedure for organisations\nAdvocare and how they can assist you\n\nWho should attend? \nThis training is for anyone working with older adults\, including home care service providers\, carers and support workers\, community workers\, and health and allied health professionals. \nOnline workshop access requirements \nThis interactive workshop will be run on the Zoom Meeting Platform and will involve being placed in a breakout room to participate in group case study reviews and discussions. To take part in this workshop you will need: \n\nAccess to a reliable internet connection\nA device with both a camera and microphone\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/elder-abuse-recognition-and-response-in-older-adults-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220216T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
CREATED:20211102T064941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T065037Z
UID:3113-1645005600-1645009200@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Urban Environment | Advocating for a Safer WA Webinar
DESCRIPTION:With a growing population in WA\, the need for urban environments to become safer\, healthier places has never been more important. By addressing the design of our streets and communities from the strategic planning levels of state or metropolitan plans\, planners and other built environment professionals play an important role in improving the health of the people who live in these communities. \nWhere public streets have been designed to serve primarily or even exclusively to private motor vehicle traffic\, they can be made immensely safer for all users if they are designed to effectively serve pedestrians\, public transport users\, bicyclists\, and other public activities. \nJoin Injury Matters\, as we chat with Ben Haddock\, a future mobility lead designer from Arup\, to discuss ways we can advocate for a safer WA by addressing the urban design strategies to make our environment safer and a healthier place for everyone. \nThis webinar training aims to: \n\nIncreased knowledge of the influence of urban design and its impact on population\ninjury\nIncreased awareness of urban design strategies that help reduce injury in WA\nIncreased confidence in advocating for safer and liveable urban areas\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/urban-environment-advocating-for-a-safer-wa-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters
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ORGANIZER;CN="Injury Matters":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211206T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
CREATED:20211101T012717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T041722Z
UID:3100-1638784800-1638788400@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Injury prevention among people with a disability webinar
DESCRIPTION:This training would benefit health professionals who work with people with disabilities as a disability carer\, support worker\, advocate\, aged care worker\, physiotherapist\, and occupational therapist. \nThe International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is a day to celebrate people with disability and promote awareness and understanding within the community. With individuals with disability at a higher risk of unintentional injuries in care environments\, join Injury Matters as we discuss injury prevention strategies and the key risk factors that contribute to injury within people with disability\, as well as how we as health professionals can advocate and ensure safer environments for people with disability. Guest speakers include Carli du Plessis\, Occupation Therapist at APM\, and Symon Still\, Injury Prevention Manager at PBF. \nThis webinar training aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of risk factors causing injuries among people with disability\nIncrease awareness of injury prevention strategies when working with people with disability\nIncrease confidence to access relevant resources and implement interventions as health professionals working with people with disability\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/disability-and-injury-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters
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ORGANIZER;CN="Injury Matters":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211130T164500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211130T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
CREATED:20211027T023345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211125T072524Z
UID:3078-1638290700-1638298800@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Falls prevention in WA: A networking event
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the lead-up to the ANZFP Conference 2021 for a WA-based falls prevention professional development and networking evening. \nThe evening will host a series of presenters and panel discussions\, showcasing the latest falls prevention evidence across the community\, hospital\, and residential aged-care settings. \nThe event will provide an opportunity for attendees to contribute to a discussion around falls prevention in WA and is suited to any professionals working in falls prevention. \nIn-person registration\, networking\, and refreshments to open from 4:45pm for in-person attendees\, with formalities to commence at 5:30pm. \nEvent Program\n4:45pm: Registrations open (food available for in-person attendees) \n5:30pm: Welcome and introduction\, Professor Anne-Marie Hill\, University of Western Australia \n5:35pm: Snapshot of falls in Western Australia\, Joanna Collins\, Injury Matters \n5:45pm: Falls in the Community\, Tony Petta\, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital \n5:55pm: Panel Discussion: Addressing Falls in the Community Setting \nPanel members: Dr. Elissa Burton\, Curtin University\, Kristie Harper\, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital\, and Rachel Meade\, Injury Matters \n6:15pm: Falls Management in Hospital\, Su Kitchen\, Osborne Park Hospital \n6:25pm: Falls in Residential Aged Care Facilities\, Dr. Kim Watkins\, Curtin University \n6:35pm: Panel Discussion: Addressing Falls in the Hospital and Residential Aged Care Settings \nPanel members: Professor Christopher Etherton-Beer\, University of Western Australia\, Dr. Marcus Ang\, Edith Cowan University\, and Dr. Jacqueline Francis-Coad\, Curtin University \n6:55pm: Australia and New Zealand Falls Prevention Conference update\, Professor Anne-Marie Hill\, University of Western Australia. \n7:00pm: Event close \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/falls-prevention-in-wa-a-networking-event/
LOCATION:99 The Boulevard  Floreat\, WA 6014\, 99 The Boulevard\, Floreat\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211117T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
CREATED:20211101T020552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T074958Z
UID:3105-1637152200-1637163000@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Elder abuse recognition and response in older adults workshop | GERALDTON
DESCRIPTION:Elder abuse is a serious public health issue\, estimated to affect 1 in 20 older adults in Western Australia. Elder abuse can have ongoing health impacts on an individual\, such as physical injury\, poor mental health\, and increased risk of placement in residential aged care. It is vital that health and community professionals working with older adults in WA carry the skills to recognise and respond to elder abuse to ensure the safety of their clients. \nHosted by Injury Matters and delivered by Advocare\, this workshop will explore: \n\nElder abuse and its impact on older adults\nHow to recognise and respond to elder abuse\nOptions for clients experiencing elder abuse\nElder abuse policy and procedure for organisations\nAdvocare and how they can assist you\n\nThis workshop is for anyone working with older adults\, including home care service providers\, carers and support workers\, community workers\, and health and allied health professionals. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/elder-abuse-recognition-and-response-in-older-adults-workshop-geraldton/
LOCATION:WA Centre for Rural Health\, 167 Fitzgerald Street\, Geraldton\, WA\, 6531\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters
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ORGANIZER;CN="Injury Matters":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211110T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
CREATED:20210909T065209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T040436Z
UID:2956-1636538400-1636542000@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Heat injury among young children
DESCRIPTION:Young children are one of the leading vulnerable groups to heat-related injury\, especially during the summer months of Western Australia. To learn more about this and what we can do to help minimise the risk\, join Injury Matters where we will hear from KidSafe WA and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services and discuss the risk mitigation strategies to heat injury in young children and the work they do. \nRegister here. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIncreased knowledge of risk factors causing heat injury among young children\nIncreased awareness of injury prevention strategies when working with young children during the summer months\nIncreased knowledge of the effects of heat injury among young children\nIncreased confidence in identifying heat injury risk factors among vulnerable populations
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/heat-injury-among-young-children/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211027T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20211027T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T132108
CREATED:20210909T064911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T064911Z
UID:2953-1635325200-1635337800@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Regional engagement training for metro health workers
DESCRIPTION:On average\, Australians living in rural and remote areas have shorter lives\, higher levels of disease and injury\, and poorer access to and use of health services\, compared with people living in metropolitan areas. Join Injury Matters where we will be hearing from different organisations trailblazing in this space while learning key aspects to consider for successful\, long-term\, and sustainable injury prevention and safety promotion programs in remote and rural WA. The workshop is free to attend and will include afternoon tea. \nPlease register your interest by October 25th\, 2021. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/regional-engagement-training-for-metro-health-workers/
LOCATION:Bendat Parent & Community Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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