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• TSAA National Camp Program - Volunteers

  • Start
    22 Mar 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    30 Nov 2024
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Various Locations around Australia

  Register

  Volunteer Registrations Close 2 weeks prior to any camp

  Tourette Syndrome (TS) camps are family camps. The camp fosters inclusion and delivers activities that create a real and lasting change for individuals touched by TS and their families. Tourette Camps are FUN, ACTIVE, INSPIRATIONAL and jam packed full of acceptance, encouragement, support and genuinely enjoyable activities such as: Instructor-led Indoor and Outdoor Recreation Activities, Swimming, Discos, Craft, Games, and Much, Much, More!! It gives everyone the opportunity to socialise with their peers and form meaningful, lasting friendships.

  BOOKING INFORMATION

  You will be asked to complete this form if you are a volunteer for any states camp.  Volunteers are required to complete training and hold a current Working with Childrens Check/Vulnerable Persons for their state.  Once you have been approved you will be given a code to complete your form.  You will only be required to fill out this form once per calendar year regardless of the number of camps you volunteer for in 2024.

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• Sydney Disability Connection Expo - Volunteer Registration

  • Start
    24 May 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    25 May 2024
  •  
    4:30 PM
  • Location
    International Convention Centre - Sydney

  Register

  Volunteer Registration closes: 10th May, 2024

  The Sydney Disability Connection Expo 2024, sponsored by Easy Healthcare is to be held at The Brisbane Convention and Exhibition on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd March.  The expo runs from 10a.m. - 4p.m. each day.

  From the organisers:

  "This event has been shaped and delivered by people living with disability, for people living with disability. Best of all, it’s FREE to attend.

  With the NDIS Review and Royal Commission shaping how disability services are delivered in Australia, come and find out more and get support navigating a changing system.

  We have an action-packed two days for you. There’s so much to see and do, we’d recommend coming for the full day, or both days.  Here are just some of the things on offer;

  • A NDIS Information Hub, where you can ask a team of experts any NDIS questions and get real-time answers
  • Interactive performance every 30mins, thanks to our Main Entertainment sponsor @Velocity Support Service. Plus we have another 4 entertainment areas.
  • Quiet time between 10am - 10:45am, and our hour of power party time to finish each day from 3-4pm. We have lots of chill our areas and there plenty of spaces at the venue for noise breaks
  • Loads of chill out and recharge zones so you can take your time and have a rest when you need to

  With over 200 exhibitors covering every NDIS topic available, this is going to be THE event of the year, you won’t want to miss it."

  TSAA will have an information stand at the event both days.  We are looking for enthusiastic people within our community to assist by:

  • Setting up/Packing up
  • Talking to service providers and the general public who visit the stand about Tourette Syndrome and the impact it has on peoples lives.
  • Raising awareness of the TSAA and how we support individuals and their families living with Tourette Syndrome.

  You don't need to be an expert you just need to be welcoming, warm, enthusiastic and have a sense of fun!  Does this sound like something you could help us with? If so, please feel out the volunteer registration form and we will be in contact with you to discuss this further.  With your help - we can make a BIG difference!

  
  

  
  

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• Sydney Disability Connection Expo

  • Start
    24 May 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    25 May 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    International Convention Centre - Sydney

  Got burning NDIS questions to ask the experts?

  Want to make valuable connections with providers?

  Whatever your plan, concern, or question, whatever your area of expertise, you will find a solution, a willing ear and a captive audience at Developing Australian Communities’ 2024 Disability Connection Expos in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth. Under one big roof, we make it easier for hundreds of providers to make connections that can endure long after the event ends, and for participants to get the products and services they really need.

  For more information or to register as a visitor please head to:

  Developing Australian Communities
  

  If you wish to register to volunteer on the TSAA stand for either day please follow this link:  Volunteer Registration Form - Sydney

  
  

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• TSAA Tourette Syndrome Awareness Week 2024

  • Start
    2 Jun 2024
  • End
    8 Jun 2024
  • Location
    Wherever you are!

  This year Tourette Syndrome Awareness Week in Australia has been moved to coincide with International Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day (June 7th)

  Do you know a workplace, business or educational facility that consistently goes above and beyond to support you or your loved one with TS?  Do they openly display:

  Awareness

  Empathy

  Acceptance

  Understanding?

  If so, they may be eligible for a TSAA 'Tic' of Approval

  Watch this space for further details

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• TSAA National Camp Program - South Australia

  • Start
    26 Jul 2024
  •  
    7:00 PM (ACST)
  • End
    28 Jul 2024
  •  
    1:00 PM (ACST)
  • Location
    El Shaddai Camping Centre

  Register

  Camp Registrations Open: 29th April , 2024

  Camp Registrations Close: 21st June, 2024

  Tourette Syndrome (TS) camps are family camps. The camp fosters inclusion and delivers activities that create a real and lasting change for individuals touched by TS and their families. Tourette Camps are FUN, ACTIVE, INSPIRATIONAL and jam packed full of acceptance, encouragement, support and genuinely enjoyable activities such as: Instructor-led Indoor and Outdoor Recreation Activities, Swimming, Discos, Craft, Games, and Much, Much, More!! It gives everyone the opportunity to socialise with their peers and form meaningful, lasting friendships.

  El Shaddai Camping Centre
  El Shaddai Rd, Stanwell Wellington SA 5259

  Fri 26th July 2024 7p.m. - Sun 28th July 2024 1:00pm

  2024 sees a return to El Shaddai Camping Centre for our SA camp.  The camp site is picturesque and features all of the favourite activities including a GaGa pit.  Currently we can only access the camp at 7p.m. on the Friday evening so be sure to eat before you arrive, but please be sure to keep watching for any changes as we are trying our best to get in by 5p.m.!

  BOOKING INFORMATION AND PRICING
  All bookings require a non-refundable fee of $ 120.00 per person aged 14+ and $80 for children aged 13 and Under (Children under 3 are free)
  One camp is subsidised per member/per year.

   NDIS 

  If you are self managed please complete the form by selecting NDIS ticket and arrange your payment through NDIA.  If you are fund managed please email or ask your plan manager to contact info@tourette.org.au to request an invoice. We will then send you a pin code to finalise your registration.  

  If you are bringing a Support Worker, please email info@tourette.org.au to arrange a pin code for registration (both Self and Plan/Fund managed).

  TRAVEL SUBSIDY
  To support families through financially uncertain times and those experiencing financial hardship, travel subsidies are available for all camps in 2024 subject to approval by committee. If you are experiencing hardship and would like to apply for travel subsidy please email: info@tourette.org.au

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• Perth Disability Connection Expo - Volunteer Registration

  • Start
    16 Aug 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM (AWST)
  • End
    17 Aug 2024
  •  
    4:30 PM (AWST)
  • Location
    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

  Register

  Volunteer Registration closes: 2nd August, 2024

  The Perth Disability Connection Expo 2024, sponsored by Easy Healthcare is to be held at The Perth Convention and Exhibition on Friday 18th and Saturday 17th August.  The expo runs from 10a.m. - 4p.m. each day.

  From the organisers:

  "This event has been shaped and delivered by people living with disability, for people living with disability. Best of all, it’s FREE to attend.

  With the NDIS Review and Royal Commission shaping how disability services are delivered in Australia, come and find out more and get support navigating a changing system.

  We have an action-packed two days for you. There’s so much to see and do, we’d recommend coming for the full day, or both days.  Here are just some of the things on offer;

  • A NDIS Information Hub, where you can ask a team of experts any NDIS questions and get real-time answers
  • Interactive performance every 30mins, thanks to our Main Entertainment sponsor @Velocity Support Service. Plus we have another 4 entertainment areas.
  • Quiet time between 10am - 10:45am, and our hour of power party time to finish each day from 3-4pm. We have lots of chill our areas and there plenty of spaces at the venue for noise breaks
  • Loads of chill out and recharge zones so you can take your time and have a rest when you need to

  With over 200 exhibitors covering every NDIS topic available, this is going to be THE event of the year, you won’t want to miss it."

  TSAA will have an information stand at the event both days.  We are looking for enthusiastic people within our community to assist by:

  • Setting up/Packing up
  • Talking to service providers and the general public who visit the stand about Tourette Syndrome and the impact it has on peoples lives.
  • Raising awareness of the TSAA and how we support individuals and their families living with Tourette Syndrome.

  You don't need to be an expert you just need to be welcoming, warm, enthusiastic and have a sense of fun!  Does this sound like something you could help us with? If so, please feel out the volunteer registration form and we will be in contact with you to discuss this further.  With your help - we can make a BIG difference!

  
  

  
  

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• Perth Disability Connection Expo

  • Start
    16 Aug 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM (AWST)
  • End
    17 Aug 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM (AWST)
  • Location
    Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

  Got burning NDIS questions to ask the experts?

  Want to make valuable connections with providers?

  Whatever your plan, concern, or question, whatever your area of expertise, you will find a solution, a willing ear and a captive audience at Developing Australian Communities’ 2024 Disability Connection Expos in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth. Under one big roof, we make it easier for hundreds of providers to make connections that can endure long after the event ends, and for participants to get the products and services they really need.

  For more information or to register as a visitor please head to:

  Developing Australian Communities
  

  If you wish to register to volunteer on the TSAA stand for either day please follow this link:  Volunteer Registration Form - Perth Expo

  
  

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• TSAA National Camp Program - New South Wales

  • Start
    20 Sep 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    22 Sep 2024
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    The Tops Conference Centre

  Registration is closed

  Camp Registrations Open: 15th July, 2024

  Camp Registrations Close: 30th September, 2024

  Tourette Syndrome (TS) camps are family camps. The camp fosters inclusion and delivers activities that create a real and lasting change for individuals touched by TS and their families. Tourette Camps are FUN, ACTIVE, INSPIRATIONAL and jam packed full of acceptance, encouragement, support and genuinely enjoyable activities such as: Instructor-led Indoor and Outdoor Recreation Activities, Swimming, Discos, Craft, Games, and Much, Much, More!! It gives everyone the opportunity to socialise with their peers and form meaningful, lasting friendships.

  The Tops Conference Centre
  51 Bendena Gardens, Stanwell Tops NSW 2508

  Tharawal Country

  Fri 20th September 2024 5p.m. - Sun 22nd September 2024 1:00pm

  Located an hour south of Sydney’s CBD The Tops Conference Centre is set on 50 acres of prime bushland in Stanwell Tops and is a great location for TSAA camps. Plenty of fun activities and a picturesque outlook.

  BOOKING INFORMATION AND PRICING
  All bookings require a non-refundable fee of $ 120.00 per person aged 14+ and $80 for children aged 13 and Under (Children under 3 are free)
  One camp is subsidised per member/per year.

   NDIS 

  If you are self managed please complete the form by selecting NDIS ticket and arrange your payment through NDIA.  If you are fund managed please email or ask your plan manager to contact info@tourette.org.au to request an invoice. We will then send you a pin code to finalise your registration.  

  If you are bringing a Support Worker, please email info@tourette.org.au to arrange a pin code for registration (both Self and Plan/Fund managed).

  TRAVEL SUBSIDY
  To support families through financially uncertain times and those experiencing financial hardship, travel subsidies are available for all camps in 2024 subject to approval by committee. If you are experiencing hardship and would like to apply for travel subsidy please email: info@tourette.org.au

  Show details
• Melbourne Disability Connection Expo - Volunteer Registration

  • Start
    18 Oct 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    19 Oct 2024
  •  
    4:30 PM
  • Location
    Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

  Registration is closed

  Volunteer Registration closes: 4th October, 2024

  The Melbourne Disability Connection Expo 2024, sponsored by Easy Healthcare is to be held at The Brisbane Convention and Exhibition on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd March.  The expo runs from 10a.m. - 4p.m. each day.

  From the organisers:

  "This event has been shaped and delivered by people living with disability, for people living with disability. Best of all, it’s FREE to attend.

  With the NDIS Review and Royal Commission shaping how disability services are delivered in Australia, come and find out more and get support navigating a changing system.

  We have an action-packed two days for you. There’s so much to see and do, we’d recommend coming for the full day, or both days.  Here are just some of the things on offer;

  • A NDIS Information Hub, where you can ask a team of experts any NDIS questions and get real-time answers
  • Interactive performance every 30mins, thanks to our Main Entertainment sponsor @Velocity Support Service. Plus we have another 4 entertainment areas.
  • Quiet time between 10am - 10:45am, and our hour of power party time to finish each day from 3-4pm. We have lots of chill our areas and there plenty of spaces at the venue for noise breaks
  • Loads of chill out and recharge zones so you can take your time and have a rest when you need to

  With over 200 exhibitors covering every NDIS topic available, this is going to be THE event of the year, you won’t want to miss it."

  TSAA will have an information stand at the event both days.  We are looking for enthusiastic people within our community to assist by:

  • Setting up/Packing up
  • Talking to service providers and the general public who visit the stand about Tourette Syndrome and the impact it has on peoples lives.
  • Raising awareness of the TSAA and how we support individuals and their families living with Tourette Syndrome.

  You don't need to be an expert you just need to be welcoming, warm, enthusiastic and have a sense of fun!  Does this sound like something you could help us with? If so, please feel out the volunteer registration form and we will be in contact with you to discuss this further.  With your help - we can make a BIG difference!

  
  

  
  

  Show details
• Melbourne Disability Connection Expo

  • Start
    18 Oct 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    19 Oct 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

  Got burning NDIS questions to ask the experts?

  Want to make valuable connections with providers?

  Whatever your plan, concern, or question, whatever your area of expertise, you will find a solution, a willing ear and a captive audience at Developing Australian Communities’ 2024 Disability Connection Expos in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth. Under one big roof, we make it easier for hundreds of providers to make connections that can endure long after the event ends, and for participants to get the products and services they really need.

  For more information or to register as a visitor please head to:

  Developing Australian Communities
  

  If you wish to register to volunteer on the TSAA stand for either day please follow this link:  Volunteer Registration Form - Melbourne

  
  

  Show details
• TSAA National Camp Program - Western Australia

  • Start
    18 Oct 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM (AWST)
  • End
    20 Oct 2024
  •  
    1:00 PM (AWST)
  • Location
    Point Walter Sports & Rec Centre

  Registration is closed

  Camp Registrations Open: 12th August, 2024

  Camp Registrations Close: 27th September, 2024

  Tourette Syndrome (TS) camps are family camps. The camp fosters inclusion and delivers activities that create a real and lasting change for individuals touched by TS and their families. Tourette Camps are FUN, ACTIVE, INSPIRATIONAL and jam packed full of acceptance, encouragement, support and genuinely enjoyable activities such as: Instructor-led Indoor and Outdoor Recreation Activities, Swimming, Discos, Craft, Games, and Much, Much, More!! It gives everyone the opportunity to socialise with their peers and form meaningful, lasting friendships.

  Point Walter Sports & Rec Centre
  1 Stock Rd, Bicton WA 6157

  Friday 18th October 2024 5p.m. - Sunday 20th October 2024 1:00pm

  Point Walter is located at 1 Stock Rd, Bicton overlooking the Swan River and the Point Walter Reserve, located approximately 12km south of Perth and 7km north-east of Fremantle.  It is set amongst well maintained grounds, with accommodation that is modern and functional.

  BOOKING INFORMATION AND PRICING
  All bookings require a non-refundable fee of $ 120.00 per person aged 14+ and $80 for children aged 13 and Under (Children under 3 are free)
  One camp is subsidised per member/per year.

   NDIS 

  If you are self managed please complete the form by selecting NDIS ticket and arrange your payment through NDIA.  If you are fund managed please email or ask your plan manager to contact info@tourette.org.au to request an invoice. We will then send you a pin code to finalise your registration.  

  If you are bringing a Support Worker, please email info@tourette.org.au to arrange a pin code for registration (both Self and Plan/Fund managed).

  TRAVEL SUBSIDY
  To support families through financially uncertain times and those experiencing financial hardship, travel subsidies are available for all camps in 2024 subject to approval by committee. If you are experiencing hardship and would like to apply for travel subsidy please email: info@tourette.org.au

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• TSAA National Camp Program - Tasmania

  • Start
    8 Nov 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    10 Nov 2024
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Camp Clayton

  Registration is closed

  Camp Registrations Open: 2nd September, 2024

  Camp Registrations Close: 18th October, 2024

  Tourette Syndrome (TS) camps are family camps. The camp fosters inclusion and delivers activities that create a real and lasting change for individuals touched by TS and their families. Tourette Camps are FUN, ACTIVE, INSPIRATIONAL and jam packed full of acceptance, encouragement, support and genuinely enjoyable activities such as: Instructor-led Indoor and Outdoor Recreation Activities, Swimming, Discos, Craft, Games, and Much, Much, More!! It gives everyone the opportunity to socialise with their peers and form meaningful, lasting friendships.

  Camp Clayton

  41 Clayton Rd, Ulverstone Tas 7315

  Litruwita

  Fri 8th November 2024 5p.m. - Sun 10th November 2024 1:00pm

  Camp Clayton is beautifully situated on a beachside, country property in Ulverstone.  The campsite is less than 90 minutes from Launceston and 3.5 hours from Hobart.  They have a great range of onsite activities and delicious meals.

  BOOKING INFORMATION AND PRICING
  All bookings require a non-refundable fee of $ 120.00 per person aged 14+ and $80 for children aged 13 and Under (Children under 3 are free)
  One camp is subsidised per member/per year.

   NDIS 

  If you are self managed please complete the form by selecting NDIS ticket and arrange your payment through NDIA.  If you are fund managed please email or ask your plan manager to contact info@tourette.org.au to request an invoice. We will then send you a pin code to finalise your registration.  

  If you are bringing a Support Worker, please email info@tourette.org.au to arrange a pin code for registration (both Self and Plan/Fund managed).

  TRAVEL SUBSIDY
  To support families through financially uncertain times and those experiencing financial hardship, travel subsidies are available for all camps in 2024 subject to approval by committee. If you are experiencing hardship and would like to apply for travel subsidy please email: info@tourette.org.au

  Show details