AMIDA

(Action For More Independence & Dignity In Accommodation)

Housing Rights Today

Disability Act 2006

AMIDA has developed an information session which outlines the way the new Disability Act 2006 can affect housing.

The presentation concentrates on presenting, in plain English and simple diagrams, the main points and how they will affect people in their housing, whether it is in private rental, public housing or group home situations.

The presentation gives information on what can be expected, and how to go about asking for improved conditions in your housing.

There is information on where to get further information and the services available to support your housing choice. AMIDA will also speak briefly about plans and what and how to use a plan.

Some other topics we will touch on are privacy and complaints.

Each session takes approximately 1 hour, and uses a PowerPoint presentation with delivery by a member of AMIDA. The final part of the session involves a Question & Answer time, where people can make comments on the session, and enquire about questions they may have. AMIDA will always try to answer all questions, refer you to where you might find the answer or agree to follow up at a later date.

The Question & Answer parts of our sessions always provide an opportunity for people to seek answers for their questions and share their experiences.

For more information about the sessions or to enquire about organising a session, please telephone AMIDA on 9650 2722 or email amida@infoxchange.net.au