Join us for this FREE, catered In-Person event!
Are you living with or supporting someone living with MND in Tasmania? Join us in this 2-part event, where we offer a rare FREE opportunity to connect with others and learn about the latest in care and research for people living with MND.
For one day, Tasmania's MND community, clinicians and service providers get direct access to specialists from Victoria's Statewide Progressive Neurological Disease Service (Calvary Health Care Bethlehem) and MND Victoria, alongside local medical and allied health clinicians, equipment suppliers and people with lived experience.
It's a rare chance to learn from and connect with people who understand MND deeply, without leaving the state. Health Professionals and service providers are invited to stay on for a more in-depth, interactive masterclass.
Who Should Attend?
People Living with MND, Families and Carers Attend the Community Forum (9.30am - 1.00 pm).
*Select "People living with MND and carers/families - COMMUNITY FORUM ONLY" ticket
Health Professionals and Support Providers Attend the full day program (9.30am - 4.30 pm) including the afternoon masterclass.
*Select "Health Professionals/Providers - FULL DAY EVENT" ticket
Part 1: MND COMMUNITY FORUM
9:30am – 1:30pm
- Q&A with a neurologist; Dr Lauren Giles
- Myth, Maybe or Must Know? Multidisciplinary Insights
- Research in Focus - a snapshot of current research & research ‘bites’ from UTAS researchers
- Planning with Confidence - Superannuation and Insurance Strategies; Berrill & Watson Lawyers
- Panel - Perspectives on Living Well
Part 2: MND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE MASTERCLASS
Forum extension · 1:45pm – 4:30pm
- Featuring Calvary Healthcare Bethlehem Experts & MND VIC Equipment Service, a series of 3 professional masterclasses exploring evidence-based practice, case discussions and practical strategies for supporting people living with MND.
1. Masterclass 1: Getting Comfortable with Managing Comfort; strategies for positioning, sleep, oral care, communication & breathing; Sarah Solomon (OT, Calvary), Nicholas Jackson (SP, Calvary), Local Allied Health Expert(s).
2. Masterclass 2: From Referral to Delivery: Accessing MND Tas Equipment supports & referral pathways; Amy Schneider, Equipment Service Team Leader
3. Masterclass 3: Assistive Technology for Communication & Engagement in MND; Sarah Solomon (OT, Calvary), Nicholas Jackson (SP, Calvary)
This is a free event, but registrations are required to secure your spot and for catering purposes.
REGISTER NOW by clicking the orange 'Register' button and selecting the session you're attending, as places are limited.
If you have questions, please reach out to the Education Team on P: (03) 9830 2122 OR E: info@mnd.org.au
This Event is Proudly Supported by:
