Every Day Matters
Welcome to the Every Day Matters news hub. Here you’ll find resources and information about spinal cord injury including case studies, lifestyle stories, ambassador updates and industry news.
Advocacy & Agenda
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Moving Forward with Clinical Excellence
By Nicholas Edwards, Chief Clinical & Quality Advisor Having recently joined the Forward team in the newly appointed role of… Read more
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Forward Ability Support & BrightSky Australia donates medical supplies to victims in Ukraine
The recent unrest in Ukraine has been felt globally, and here at Forward Ability Support & our social enterprise, BrightSky… Read more
Research
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NeuRA Get a Grip
NeuRA is undertaking research to gain a better understanding of cervical spinal stimulation with exercise therapy targeting upper limb and… Read more
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Technology Enabled Homes
University of the Sunshine Coast is researching activities that aim to improve the health and quality of life outcomes for… Read more
Lifestyle
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New Beginnings - By Forward and BrightSky Australia Ambassador, Joel Sardi
The Department of Veteran Affairs was established in 1976 to support veterans and is charged with the responsibility of delivering… Read more
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10 Years of Lessons - By Joel Sardi
Experiencing a spinal cord injury (SCI) is a life-altering event that affects not only physical abilities but also psychological well-being.… Read more
Case studies
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The complex foundations of well-being and disability by Dr Dinesh Palipana
According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (‘AIHW’), ‘“An estimated 41% of people with severe or profound disability… Read more
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Employment for people with disability in Australia
By Joel Sardi The unemployment rate for Australians living with disability has not changed in 28 years, in comparison to… Read more
News
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Personal Care Management and Support During the Holiday Season
A Holistic Culture of Care at Forward Hi, I’m Joumana, the Personal Care Manager at Forward. I oversee the department,… Read more
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Sector News - August 2024
The release of the final report on NDIS Provider and Worker Registration taskforce. The taskforce has recommended 4 types of… Read more