Ablequest 2RPH
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Ablequest is a series of 15 minute programs which examines developments in assistive technology and initiatives for those people living with a wide range of disabilities. Presented by Barbara Sullivan, Marni Roper and Elaine Wziontek. Produced in the studios of 2RPH in Sydney.
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Lonestar Makoni - Breaking Barriers Disability Services
Lonestar Makoni, founder and CEO of Breaking Barriers Disability Service at Wyong on the Central Coast is the winner of Most Outstanding CEO/Director in the 2023 Australian Disability Awards.
Elaine Wziontek asked him about his management style, his background and his philosophy of matching rather than allocating staff with clients.
Original broadcast date: 31.05.24
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ChoppA Green - Studio Artes
Studio Artes is a not for profit organisation in Sydney delivering creative programs in visual arts, performing arts and life skills to adults living with a disability. Marni Roper discusses the programs with ChoppA Green, manager of the Studio Artes Hornsby studio.
Original broadcast date: 17.05.24
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Kathleen Davey - Social Science Translated
Social Science Translated is a social enterprise which produces a computer-based program with a spy theme to help solve the mystery of social encounters. It prepares children with autism, ADHD and anxiety for life's social and emotional challenges. In this episode of Ablequest, Elaine Wziontek speaks with Kathleen Davey, CEO of Social Science Translated.
Original broadcast date: 03.05.24
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Hugh Kingley and Rachel Dekar - Obi
Elaine Wziontek discusses cutting edge robotics with guests Hugh Kingley and Rachel Dekar. The focus is on the Obi robotic dining assistant which gives people who are fed by others the ability to take control of their meals. Obi helps people living with any condition which limits upper arm function.
Original air date: 19.04.24
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Saraya O'Connell - Hotel Etico Independence Program
Hotel Etico in the Blue Mountains offers a training program in hospitality for young people with disabilities. Elaine Wziontek spoke to Saraya O'Connell, hotel manager, about the program and the achievements of her trainees.
Original broadcast date: 22.03.24
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Assistive Tech News Catchup
Elaine Wziontek reads a selection of tech articles relating to disability. Topics covered include fitness options for people with a disability, a new bus app trial and the world's first truly smart ear buds.
Original broadcast date: 08.03.24
Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/
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