42 episodes

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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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.

    ChoppA Green - Studio Artes

    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
    Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 14 min
    Kathleen Davey - Social Science Translated

    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
    Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 14 min
    Hugh Kingley and Rachel Dekar - Obi

    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
    Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 14 min
    Saraya O'Connell - Hotel Etico Independence Program

    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
    Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 14 min
    Assistive Tech News Catchup

    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/
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 14 min
    Steven Wells - Horticultural Therapy

    Steven Wells - Horticultural Therapy

    This program discusses horticultural therapy with nurse and horticultural therapist Steven Wells. 
    Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 14 min

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