Published Wednesday, 01 October, 2008 at 06:00 AM
Minister for Communities, Disability Services, ATSIP, Multicultural Affairs, Seniors and Youth
The Honourable Lindy Nelson-Carr
$1 million to boost Toowoomba’s disability day services: Minister
Two key Toowoomba groups which play pivotal roles in the lives of people with a disability in the region have today received significant funding windfall from the State Government.
Following her visit to Toowoomba yesterday to visit local services and meet residents, Disability Services Minister Lindy Nelson-Carr has announced the $1 million funding package which aims to upgrade and expand day service centres for the two organisations.
Ms Nelson-Carr said the Endeavour Foundation and the Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland would each receive $500,000.
“Day services play such a crucial role in the lives of people with a disability, offering them such services as adult education, recreation and skills development,” Ms Nelson-Carr said.
“With this funding Endeavour will be able to relocate to a new facility, creating centralised services and better access to day programs.
“The Cerebral Palsy League will use the funding to renovate its premises which will in turn allow the group to enhance its day service and support additional clients.
“This is great news for these groups and great news for all people living with a disability in the region.”
The funding is part of a $6.4 million package to be shared among 16 non-government organisations, with grants ranging from $128,000 to $500,000 to expand existing day services.
Ms Nelson-Carr said the groups which received the funding were spread across the State, from Toowoomba to Caboolture and Cairns.
“This funding represents a significant investment by the Bligh Government in the disability sector and is in direct response to calls from the non-government sector to boost day services.
“The grants target priority areas and are designed to provide more opportunities and choices for people with a disability, ensuring they have access to quality care, as well as meaningful and educational activities.”
Ms Nelson-Carr said the Bligh Government was committed to supporting caring communities and assisting people with a disability enjoy community life and access to services, including accommodation, respite and education.
“Ultimately more day service places mean more opportunities for Queenslanders with a disability to receive greater care and enjoy a better quality of life.”
Media Contact: Minister Nelson-Carr’s office - 3235 4280
Following her visit to Toowoomba yesterday to visit local services and meet residents, Disability Services Minister Lindy Nelson-Carr has announced the $1 million funding package which aims to upgrade and expand day service centres for the two organisations.
Ms Nelson-Carr said the Endeavour Foundation and the Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland would each receive $500,000.
“Day services play such a crucial role in the lives of people with a disability, offering them such services as adult education, recreation and skills development,” Ms Nelson-Carr said.
“With this funding Endeavour will be able to relocate to a new facility, creating centralised services and better access to day programs.
“The Cerebral Palsy League will use the funding to renovate its premises which will in turn allow the group to enhance its day service and support additional clients.
“This is great news for these groups and great news for all people living with a disability in the region.”
The funding is part of a $6.4 million package to be shared among 16 non-government organisations, with grants ranging from $128,000 to $500,000 to expand existing day services.
Ms Nelson-Carr said the groups which received the funding were spread across the State, from Toowoomba to Caboolture and Cairns.
“This funding represents a significant investment by the Bligh Government in the disability sector and is in direct response to calls from the non-government sector to boost day services.
“The grants target priority areas and are designed to provide more opportunities and choices for people with a disability, ensuring they have access to quality care, as well as meaningful and educational activities.”
Ms Nelson-Carr said the Bligh Government was committed to supporting caring communities and assisting people with a disability enjoy community life and access to services, including accommodation, respite and education.
“Ultimately more day service places mean more opportunities for Queenslanders with a disability to receive greater care and enjoy a better quality of life.”
Media Contact: Minister Nelson-Carr’s office - 3235 4280