What another amazing Community of Practise we had on Friday! Hosted by the team at Peibri Place, we were set amongst Newcastle’s marina, overlooking the water, accompanied by great company and discussions. We would first like to say a huge thank you to everyone who attended the meeting. Our community is continuously growing with positive and like minded individuals and services whose passion lies within actively supporting the community.

Our meeting kickstarted with a half hour of connecting and introducing one another before we took a seat for a very special line up of guest speakers.

“The COP is Integrity4Life's opportunity to give back and support other organisations and professionals in the sector; It's a privilege to be a part of it. I am humbled by the fact that professionals commit their knowledge, time and energy to the support of each other. The focus continues to be improving outcomes for our participants by improving our knowledge and how we operate in the space. Thanks for your support!”

Ian Campbell

General Manager Disability Programs

What did you like most about our CoP meeting?

“The venue, leadership, presentations and the people you attract there.”

John O’Brien

Business Development Officer of Community Therapy

Goal Setting | Thinking Smarter in 2024.

Zooming in all the way from Brisbane, we heard from Greg from Your Business Momentum. Greg’s presentation focussed on business development, and designing a game plan for 2024 to ensure your business is on the right track. Your Business Momentum, helps small to medium businesses become indestructible from strategy by creating a shared vision across the business and a committed future so that you can live a more enjoyable life. Greg’s in depth presentation provided insight into breaking down goals so they are achievable and attainable milestones; conquering the small hurdles before setting out on a journey to the peak.

For more information of Your Business Momentum, please visit their website here.

What did you like most about our CoP meeting?

“The guest speaker Greg was great”

Dee Cooke

Essential Skills

Cultural Understanding Matters

As NDIS service providers, we are firmly dedicated to fostering collaboration and respect while embracing the diverse and vibrant cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We firmly believe that acknowledging and understanding cultural diversity is crucial for delivering inclusive and respectful services. That's why we welcomed Gina from Uniting to share insights on Aboriginal inclusion in our service delivery, enabling us to continuously educate ourselves as we journey towards reconciliation.

For more information about United, click here.

What did you like most about our CoP meeting?

"This Community of Practice was amazing in harbouring relationships amongst like-minded people and providing a space to formulate collaborative strategies as to how best to support our community."

Myles Cherry

Director / Registered Psychologist at The Gray Area

Insights into ARFID with Nourished Not Deprived

At last, we heard from Bronte, Managing Director & Lead Dietitian of Nourished Not Deprived. Bronte delved into ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), offering a comprehensive understanding of this eating disorder. She detailed the condition, its prevalence among NDIS participants, and diagnostic screening protocols. Bronte's engaging presentation brought about enlightening moments for providers, shedding light on potential causes behind participants' selective eating habits.

For more information on Nourished Not Deprived, please click here.

In true Community of Practise spirit, we concluded the meeting by throwing the floor to our service providers for discussion. Creating a safe space for our service providers, enables us to establish a trustworthy and loyal community in which everyone feels comfortable and heard. This interaction isn't just about one-way sharing—it's a multifaceted engagement. Amongst shared discussions a mutual respect among the members encourage our commitment to continual growth, improvement, and support within our community.

Thank you all who attended. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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