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Di Winkler
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Dianne Winkler
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Evaluating the feasibility of the participant-led video intervention to train support workers from the perspective of disability sector professionals
This study evaluates participant‑led videos (PLVs) as a co‑designed tool to improve disability support quality. After a one‑day training workshop, sector professionals confidently produce PLVs with participants. Findings show PLVs centre participant voice, reduce misrepresentation, support autonomy and offer a feasible, scalable approach warranting further investment and outcome research.
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Co-designing with adults with acquired neurological disability in the community: a scoping review and thematic synthesis
This scoping review examines how and when co‑design is used with adults with acquired neurological disability and their lived experience. It finds co‑design remains under‑researched and underutilised, yet is meaningful, supporting participation, connection, belonging and learning. Future work should better define co‑design and invest in facilitation roles.
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‘Hurry Up and Get Me out of Here’: The experience of people under 65 years (still) stuck in aged care
This study examines the housing and support needs of younger people in residential aged care and their experiences transitioning out. Despite NDIS access, many face barriers including inadequate funding, unmet housing preferences and limited support. These challenges restrict independence, highlighting the need for skilled transition support, responsive housing options, and better data to guide policy...
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Navigating the transition from hospital to community
This article describes the findings from 15 interviews on the lived experience of hospital discharge and returning to the community for people with acquired disability and complex needs in the Australian context. It identifies opportunities to co-design solutions that improve the experience of leaving hospital for this group.
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Housing needs for people with multiple sclerosis: a rapid review
This rapid review examines the housing needs of people with Multiple Sclerosis, whose unpredictable functional changes require timely home modifications and support. It identifies needs for accessible housing, affordable assistive technology, and responsive funding, with delays limiting independence. Proactive planning, coordinated support, and flexible funding are essential to help people with MS maintain independence and...