Department for Families and Communities - Government of South Australia - A Custom Consultation Search

South Australian Disability Register

disabilitytalk@dfc.sa.gov.au (Disability Services) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:06 -0600

[Closed on 21 January 2012]

In January 2011 a discussion paper (Consumer Engagement Strategy for Disability) was circulated by the Department for Families and Communities (DFC) presenting options for a model of engagement for disability.

Feedback to the discussion paper recommended the adaptation of a disability register to more effectively engage the community.

The proposed DFC SA Disability Register will be a contact list of persons who have
nominated to provide independent advice on broad issues concerning disability

Review of SA Carers Recognition Act

carersactreview@dfc.sa.gov.au (Office for Carers) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:06 -0600

[Closed on 19 August 2011]

Section 9 of the SA Carers Recognition Act 2005 requires a review of the operation and effectiveness of the Act to be undertaken five years after commencement.

The Office for Carers will conduct the review with guidance from an advisory committee of representatives from carer support services, SA government departments and other sector experts.

Share your views online by completing a survey - there is one for carers and interested persons, and another for government organisations and service providers. The surveys and other information are available on www.sa.gov.au.

Or you can attend one of the consultation sessions for carers, service providers and government agencies being held in several regions. For more information, phone the local carer support service at:

Mount Gambier - 8724 7188

Barossa - 8562 4000

Davoren Park - 8284 0388

Coober Pedy - 8672 5605

Port Augusta - 8641 1844

South Australia's Strategic Plan

onlineservices@dfc.sa.gov.au (Organisational and Community Development) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:06 -0600

[Results expected 31 March 2011]

South Australia’s Strategic Plan (SASP) is a blueprint for our prosperity and wellbeing, to deliver a society where health, equality, safety, enterprise and creativity underpin a quality of life that is the envy of the world.

The South Australian Government uses the plan to help shape its directions and investment:

New government initiatives must outline how they achieve the plan’s targets when they are submitted to Cabinet for approval
The lead agencies in government report progress against the plan’s targets every six months and this is collated in a biennial progress report from the Community Engagement Board.
The annual State Budget is framed around the plan
The plan sets a high-level framework for more detailed planning by the State Government. For example, planning documents, such as the 30-Year Plan for Greater Adelaide and Water for Good, fit under the plan and help to achieve its targets and objectives.
Chief Executives from all State Government agencies are accountable for achieving the plan’s targets as part of their personal ‘performance agreements’

Office for the Ageing Communications

kate.denman@dfc.sa.gov.au (Office for the Ageing) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:07 -0600

[Results expected 1 March 2010]

The Office for the Ageing (OFTA) distributes a quarterly newsletter to funded agencies, service providers and other interested parties. Other communication media OFTA uses includes a regular email updates, newspaper editorial, media releases and website content.

OFTA is interested in improving its communication and is seeking feedback from service providers and community groups.

Directions for Alternative Care in South Australia 2010-2013

dfcdirections@dfc.sa.gov.au (Families SA) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:07 -0600

[Results expected 29 October 2010]

The Department for Families and Communities has developed the Directions for Alternative Care in South Australia 2010-2013 (the Directions) in an endeavour to move the alternative sector forward with a shared vision and purpose.

The strategies proposed aim to address both the immediate and future demand on the South Australian alternative care sector. Crucial to success is a partnership approach with non government organisations , peak body representatives, other government agencies, and the community sector. The Department for Families and Communities acknowledges that collaborative engagement with the Sector must continue as the foundation for successfully achieving these initiatives.

Many agencies have contributed to the National Compact Consultation Paper and/or the Productivity Commissions study into the Contribution of the Not-For-Profit Sector in 2009. These prior submissions to the Australian Government could assist agencies in informing their response to the Directions.

Sector Development eForum

dfccommunityconnect@dfc.sa.gov.au (Community Connect) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:07 -0600

[Closed on 9 July 2010]

The Sector Development eForum has been specifically established to encourage dialogue between DFC and funded community organisations on topics of mutual interest.

Currently active discussion threads include Community Engagement and the recently developed DFC Community Engagement Resource Kit.

Please note that participation in the eForum is by invitation only.

Community Benefit SA Review

onlineservices@dfc.sa.gov.au (Community Connect) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:07 -0600

[Results expected 1 July 2011]

Community Benefit SA assists disadvantaged individuals, families and communities by providing one-off project funding to incorporated, non-government, non profit, charitable and social welfare organisations to:

Improve the well-being, quality of life, community participation and life management skills of disadvantaged individuals and communities

Develop and strengthen communities across the metropolitan, rural and remote regions of South Australia.

Public and Community Housing Survey - 2010

housing@dfc.sa.gov.au (Housing SA) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:07 -0600

[Results expected 31 December 2010]

During August and September 2010, some tenants of public and community housing will be contacted as part of a nation-wide survey into tenant satisfaction. The survey is being conducted by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (the AIHW) in collaboration with state and territory housing authorities.

A hard-copy survey booklet will be sent to randomly-selected tenants in late August. If chosen, you’ll be asked to complete a paper form and return it to the Social Research Centre in a postage-paid envelope. If you have access to the Internet, you also have the option to complete the same survey online.

National Carer Strategy

nationalcarerstrategy@health.gov.au (Office for Carers) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:07 -0600

[Closed on 4 January 2011]

The Australian Government is leading the development of a National Carer Recognition Framework (Framework) to better recognise carers as part of its response to the report: Who Cares …? Report on the inquiry into better support for carers by the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Family, Community, Housing and Youth.

The Carer Recognition Bill 2010 is the first element of the Framework and was introduced into Parliament on 29 September 2010. This Bill complements existing legislation in many States and Territories and is an important first step in giving carers the recognition they deserve.

The National Carer Strategy (Strategy) is the second element of the Framework and is being developed in consultation with State and Territory Governments and with input from carers, carer support organisations and service providers.

The Strategy will formally acknowledge the vital role of carers. The strategy will provide a national framework for the development and implementation of policies, programs and services for carers as well as bring together the different reform agendas that impact on carers across governments over the next 10 years.

National Standards for Disability Services

Mary.Bice@dfc.sa.gov.au (Office for Disability and Client Services) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:30:07 -0600

[Closed on 18 July 2010]

The National Standards for Disability Services are currently being reviewed. As part of this process, public consultations are occurring across Australia. The Office for Disability and Client Services is leading the work on the South Australian consultation.