People with a Disability

While the City of Armadale does not deliver services directly, it actively advocates for and supports the delivery of disability services by local agencies and organisations. The City is committed to working to create an inclusive community that is aware of the access needs of all its members including people with disabilities.

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City of Armadale Disability Access and Inclusion Plan

In order to effectively respond to the needs of people with a disability living and working in the Armadale area, the City is proud to be the first Council in WA to have developed a Disability Services Plan, in 1995. Thanks to E-QUAL consultants and input received from local residents, community groups, disability agencies, other government authorities as well as City staff and Council, the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2007-2011(PDF 187kb) is regularly reviewed and updated.

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Disability Advisory Team

The City has established a Disability Advisory Team to advise and make recommendations to Council on a range of issues which affect the quality of life for people with a disability who live or work in the City of Armadale.

The team is composed of Community representatives whose lives are impacted by access issues and meets monthly at the City's Administration Centre.

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Access and Mobility Map

The Access and Mobility Map (PDF 4.41mb) uses an international standard key to illustrate access information within the City of Armadale, including the central business districts of Armadale, Kelmscott, Seville Grove and Roleystone.

The map will be regularly updated and any comments/suggestions can be emailed to the City's Access and Inclusion Officer, Daniel Cain, at dcain@armadale.wa.gov.au

The map is also available at City of Armadale libraries, Council offices, Armadale Visitor Centre and from service providers in the area.

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Accessible Equipment in Libraries

DAISY Readers

An advanced talking book disc reader, The Armadale Library has three machines for loan withy another three to try out. The machines are on loan from Vision Australia who have kindly lent them to Armadale, currently the only library in WA with this equipment. The machines can be supplied free of charge by Vision Australia to eligible people, DAISY books are also available from Vision Australia.

Text Magnifier machine

Text magnifying machine is available in Armadale library allowing people to increase the image of text onto a large 22 inch screen enabling people to access more books and other published material.

Further Information

For more information about accessible equipment available in our libraries, visit the Library Services for Seniors page.

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Future Initiatives

Disability Networking Forum

This forum will be held at the City's Administration Centre and people from the community with an interest in the issue of 'access and mobility' can attend. Morning tea or lunch will be provided.

Disability Networking Forums will take place regularly starting later in 2009, with guest speakers and an opportunity to raise local area concerns. The forum offers a good opportunity for groups to network, share ideas and communicate. Please register your interest with the Access and Inclusion Officer on 9399 0652 or email dcain@armadale.wa.gov.au.

You're Welcome Project

An assessment of local Council facilities and local businesses will provide clear access information to people of various abilities. The project aims to enable people with disabilities, their families and carers to participate in community life by encouraging community and businesses to make their services and facilities accessible. The expected completion date is November 2009, with information made available on this website. Stage 2 of the Your Welcome project will be completed at the end of 2009 with local business partners.

The City of Armadale is currently coordinating the You're Welcome WA Access Initiative developed by the Disability Services Commission (DSC) in partnership with the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA). The City's project provides an opportunity to provide clear information about access to local facilities and amenities to people of all ages and abilities living in or visiting the locality.

The two main objectives of You're Welcome WA are to:

• Enable people with disabilities, their families and carers to participate in community life by encouraging community and businesses to make their services and facilities accessible; and
• Provide accurate easy to obtain information so that people with disabilities, their families and carers are able to access their local communities.

To add your business or facility please contact Daniel Cain, Seniors / Accessand Inclusion Officer for more information on 9399 0652 or dcain@armadale.wa.gov.au.

Local Access Awards

Linking to the success of the Access and Mobility Map (PDF 4.41mb), this the You're Welcome project will collate access and mobility information about local facilities and businesses and then offer this information to the community via the City's website.

The information will identify accessible features and local businesses; attractions will be awarded a rating for their features and improvements.

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Volunteering

Keep active and contribute to your community by volunteering. Contact the City's Volunteer Resource Service for opportunities on 9399 0629 or email volunteering@armadale.wa.gov.au

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Community Presentations

The City regularly hosts a variety of free information sessions and community presentations, for residents. For details of upcoming events, check the City's events page regularly.

If you have any comments or suggestions for future presentations, please contact Access and Inclusion Officer, Daniel Cain, at dcain@armadale.wa.gov.au

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers for FAQs

Local Services

There are a number of local services available which can assist residents with access and mobility difficulties and their carers.

Service providers

Australia-wide there are a range of government and non-government agencies providing services and support to people within the City of Armadale living with a disability.

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