Stretchy Tech is a NDIA registered organisation that focuses on increasing the independence, well-being, and confidence of people living with a range of disabilities through the use of customised inclusive technology. They provide workshop and training sessions on how to integrate technology into your everyday life, offering information and advice on the most effective products and how to use them. Training sessions are offered on-site at their Unley location or through house visits by their trained staff if requested. They offer group or individual face-to-face training sessions as well as online resources, with different sessions offering beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels of training.

Access Needs:

• Cognition
• Hearing
• Vision
• Speech
• Physical

Location:

• South Australia (SA): Unley

Training Delivery:

• Individual

Available Training:

1.     Custom Packages – Paid Training

Stretchy Tech offers a selection of packages targeted at helping people with different disabilities to integrate technology into their daily life, to improve their communication and engagement levels. These programs are tailored to suit each person’s unique situation, interests and goals, with additional areas of interest available upon request. Two key packages that provide information, training, and advice on using technology to improve communication and connection are:

• The Communication and Productivity Package – providing training on using technology to take notes, record conversations, write emails, text messages, and communicate with family, friends, and support workers
• Access Tailoring Package – training on individualizing your phone, smart device, computer, etc. to your ability and strengths, improving your independence and function.

The above packages include paid sessions on how to use a variety of technological devices, including Android and Apple phones, Tablets, and a variety of Assistive Technology devices in your home. These sessions provide information on accessing disability features and performing basic functions, and develop the skills and confidence to use technology for business, socializing, and in daily life.

More information on the Custom Packages available at: Stretchy Tech Custom Packages Web Page

2.     Events and Workshops – Free Training

Stretchy Tech hosts a number of free events throughout the year, providing information on the products available to help individuals living with disabilities. This includes interactive displays of automated homes, demonstrations on how technology can be used to enhance cognitive abilities, and advice on the most effective new products in the market.

More information on the events and workshops held at: Stretchy Tech Events Web Page

More information

More information on custom packages, training, and events can be found at: Stretchy Tech Web Page

For additional information please call 1300 043 837 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Pacific Vision is a NDIA registered organisation that provides a range of quality and innovative assistive technology for people with low vision and blindness, helping to find the correct technology for each individual and ensuring they know how to use these devices. Pacific Vision staff offer training and consultation in all Australian states and territories, including rural areas, with sessions offered at registered facilities or through travel. Training provided ranges from a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level, with options between online and individual or group face-to-face training.

Access Needs:

• Vision

Training Delivery:

• Groups
• Individual
• Online

Location:

• Victoria (VIC): Geelong

Available Training:

1.     Mobile Phones – Paid Training

Pacific Vision provides paid training and consultations on the use of Android and Apple Phones for people with vision impairments. This includes information on accessing available features to support communication and the compatibility of different assistive technologies.

2.     Tablets – Paid Training

Pacific Vision provides paid training and consultations on the use of Apple iPads, and Microsoft and Android Tablets, for people with any degree of blindness.

3.     Assistive Technology – Paid Training

Pacific Vision mainly focuses on providing information on and access to the variety of Assistive Technology devices available to help individuals with vision impairments across Australia and the world. This includes devices such as Braille Devices, with Pacific Vision staff members offering advice on the most appropriate devices and providing training on the features required to assist their clients with daily living needs.

More Information:

More information on training, consultation, or workshop times at: Pacific Vision Australian Web Page This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

For additional information please call 1800 756 849 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Computer Troubleshooters Milton is a NDIA registered business that provides computer, network, internet and IT support to small businesses and households, while also connecting their clients with cutting edge products to meet their needs. They provide expert advice, information, and training that can be tailored to suit the client’s needs, including information targeted at individuals with physical disabilities. Training sessions are offered at their The Gap location, or through site visits. They offer group or individual face-to-face training sessions as well as online resources, with different sessions offering intermediate, or advanced levels of training.

Access Needs:

• Physical

Location:

• Queensland (QLD): The Gap

Training Delivery:

• Groups
• Individual
• Online

Available Training:

1.     Support Services – Paid Informal Training

Computer Troubleshooters Milton offer IT solutions, support, and training to their clients that can be tailored to suit the needs and requirements of the client, including information and advice on assistive technologies available for individuals with physical disabilities.

Training is available for a range of devices including Android and Apple mobile devices and tablets, as well as cordless Landlines. This includes information on the devices that are available in the market for individuals with physical impairments, as well as training on how to use these products.

More information

More information on training, consultations, and solutions at: Computer Troubleshooters Milton Web Page

For additional information please call 0468 919 399 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Stepping Stones in Life is a multi-disciplinary therapy service with experiences professionals who specialise in an array of disabilities. They offer advice, information, and training on the technology available to improve the health and wellbeing of their clients. Training and consultation is mainly provided at their Millner or Humpty Doo training facilities, but staff members can travel to clients if required. They offer group or individual face-to-face training sessions, ranging from beginners to intermediate levels of training.

Access Needs:

• Cognition
• Hearing
• Vision
• Speech
• Physical

Location:

• Northern Territory (NT): Millner and Humpty Doo

Training Delivery:

• Groups
• Individual

Available Training:

1.     Mobile Phones – Paid

Stepping Stones in Life provides paid training and consultations on the use of Android and Apple Phones for people with cognitive, vision, hearing, speech, and physical impairments. This includes information on accessing available features to support communication and the compatibility of different assistive technologies.

2.     Tablets – Paid

Stepping Stones in Life provides paid training and consultations on the use of Apple iPads, and Microsoft and Android Tablets, for people with a range of disabilities and assistive technology requirements. They help their clients to understand how these technologies can be used to help overcome impairments and improve their daily life.

3.     Landlines – Paid

Stepping Stones in Life provides paid consultations on the Corded and Cordless Landlines that are available in the market for individuals with cognitive, vision hearing, speech, and physical impairments.

4.     Assistive Technology – Paid

Stepping Stones in Life uses consultations and training sessions to inform clients about the variety of Assistive Technology devices that are available to help individuals with all disabilities. These include, but are not limited to, devices and programs such as:

• Switch controls
• GO Talk
• Dry erase boards
• VOCAs – film and video devices
• iCommunicator – message communicator speech device
• The accent
• Learning infrared

More Information:

More information on training, consultation, or workshop times at: Stepping Stones in Life Therapy Service Web Page

For additional information please call (08) 8985 6067 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Reflex Onsite Computing is a NDIA registered business that provides onsite IT support to small-to-medium businesses and households, specialising in software and hardware solutions. They provide expert advice, information, and training that can be tailored to suit the client’s needs, including information targeted at individuals and business with a variety of disabilities. Training sessions are offered at their Brighton location, or through site visits servicing all of the Brisbane Northside. They offer group or individual face-to-face training sessions, with different sessions offering intermediate, or advanced levels of training.

Access Needs:

• Cognition
• Hearing
• Vision
• Speech
• Physical

Location:

• Queensland (QLD): Aspley, Brendale, Bridgeman Downs, Brighton, Brisbane, Caboolture, Chermside, Cleveland, Everton Park, Jindalee, North Lakes, Redcliffe, Sandgate, The Gap, Virginia, West End and Wynnum
  

Training Delivery:

• Groups
• Individual

Available Training:

Onsite Support – Paid Informal Training

Reflex Onsite Computing offer IT solutions, support, and training to their clients through site visits to their work or home. This work can be tailored to suit the needs and requirements of the client, including information and advice on assistive technologies available for individuals with a range of disabilities. Training is available for a range of devices including:

• Mobile phones – Apple and Android
• Tablets – iPads, Android and Microsoft tablets
• Landlines – Corded, Cordless, and Text Telephones.
• Assistive Technology – Switch Controls
• Other devices such as Smart Devices and Intercoms

This includes information on the devices that are available in the market for individuals with vision, hearing, cognitive, speech and physical impairments, as well as training on how to use these products.

More information

More information on training and services offered at: Reflex Onsite Computing Web Page

For additional information please call 1300 766 507 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Oscar’s TechHUB is a business that specialises in phone and tablet repairs, website design, and general IT solutions. Through the NDIS program, Oscar’s TechHUB has partnered with Just Right Therapy Services and LNH Physiotherapy to provide information on, access to, and training in the use of a number of assistive technology devices.  Training sessions are offered on-site at their Cooma location, or their experienced staff can travel to locations throughout NSW and ACT. They offer group or individual face-to-face training sessions as well as online resources, with different sessions offering beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels of training.

Access Needs:

• Hearing
• Speech
• Physical

Location:

• Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
• New South Wales (NSW): Cooma

Training Delivery:

• Groups
• Individual
• Online

Available Training:

NDIS Assistive Technology Program – Paid Training

As a NDIA provider, Oscar’s TechHUB works closely with their client’s physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and plan managers to ensure individuals living with hearing, speech or physical impairments have access to assistive technology. The offer information and training on how to use a variety of products, as well as providing a number of products for loan or sale such as:

• Voice output devices
• Communication devices
• Laptops, iPads, iPhones, Tablets, Desktops
• Drawing/Graphic pads for computers
• Text-to-speech equipment
• Speech-to-text equipment
• Software downloads
• Tech lessons/training/general repairs

The paid training sessions provided by Oscar’s TechHUB focus on how to use a variety of technological devices, including Apple and Android Phone Devices and Tablets. These sessions are designed to meet the needs and answer the questions of their clients, providing information on how to use these devices to develop the skills and confidence to use technology for business, socializing, and in daily life.

More information

More information on the products and training available at: Oscar's TechHUB Web Page

For additional information please call 0447 465 212 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Hearing Connections is a NDIA registered organisation that provides information, resources, and training services to the deaf and hearing impaired. Training is through home visits to locations in the greater Sydney area. They offer individual face-to-face training sessions as well as additional information on their website, with different sessions offering beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels of training.

Andrew Stewart is the Managing Director, and he and his family are hearing impaired. He wears two cochlear implants.

Access Needs:

• Hearing

Location:

• New South Wales (NSW): Sydney
• Australia Wide via Zoom

Training Delivery:

• Individual
• Online

Available Training:

1.     Hearing Coaching – Paid Training

Hearing Connections provides paid training, consultations, and coaching on the use of assistive technology and other devices to help individuals with hearing impairments. This involves the development of skills and awareness of accessing available features on a range of devices to support communication and the compatibility of different assistive technologies.

These sessions include training and information relating to hearing loss on the use of technological devices including:

• Mobile phones – Apple and Android
• Tablets – iPads, Android and Microsoft tablets
• Landlines – Corded, Cordless, and Text Telephones.
• Assistive Technology – Hearing devices including Hearing Loop Systems, FM systems, Infrared systems and Counter Loop systems.

These consultations are completed at the individual’s home, providing comprehensive information on how to adapt the home environment to help improve the communication skills, confidence, and independence of each individual. These sessions also provide information on the devices that are available in the market for people living with hearing loss or deafness, as well as training on how to use these products.

More information on their Hearing Coaching sessions can be found on their website.

2.     Cochlear Implant Rehabilitation – Paid Training

Hearing Connections provide specialised rehabilitation session on adapting to the use of a cochlear implant processor. This includes the options of using your cochlear implant with landlines, cordless and mobile phones.

They offer experienced and professional assistance, particularly during the first year from switch on, to ensure you get the best results out of a new cochlear implant, as well as providing on-going support to ensure you are using the technology in a way that is comfortable and effective.

A complete list of the assistive technology products available to help manage your hearing loss better can be found on their website.

More information

More information on training, consultation, and available resources at: Hearing Connections Web Page

For additional information please call Andrew Stewart on 0411 757 622 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Indigo is a NDIA registered Disability and Aged Care support service provider, with a Technology and Communication service that offers information and advice about assistive technologies for communication, learning, recreation and work. Their experienced team members provide information on accessing the most appropriate assistive technology or communication aids, and offer community allied health services for children and adults, including assessment, training, support and therapy services. Training can be held at their Perth based training centres or through home-visits if required. They are completed on an individual face-to-face basis, with training provided at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.

Access Needs:

• Cognition
• Hearing
• Vision
• Speech
• Physical

Location:

• Western Australia (WA): Nedlands

Training Delivery:

• Individual
• Groups

Available Training:

1.     Technology and Communication Training and Workshops – Paid Training

Indigo hold a collection of workshop and training programs targeted and the individuals, family members, carers, and organisations who are affected by a range of disabilities. Health professionals deliver training on the use of assistive equipment and technology in organisations, schools, or at home, to ensure that all individuals living with disability are given the best possible opportunities to learn and engage.

These workshops are designed to suit small to large groups and focus on helping individuals of all disabilities and ages to develop skills and practice techniques, as well as trial a range of equipment to see which is best suited to their needs. Some of the workshops currently on offer include:

• Supporting Adults with Complex Communication Needs
• Tablet Technology and Apps (iPad and Android)
• Getting to Know your iPad
• iPad in Special Education
• Communication App Workshops (Proloquo2Go, Touch Chat and more…)
• Communication Device Training
• Implementing Communication Aids in the Classroom
• Technology to support students with Literacy Difficulties
• Switch Accessible Technology
• Introduction to Mounting Assistive Technology
• Introduction to Eye Gaze Technology

More information on the technology and communication training and workshops available can be found on the Indigo website.

2.     Community Allied Health Services – Paid Training

Indigo offers individual support services focused on the assistive technology and equipment available for individuals living with a range of disabilities at all ages. With services being offered at your home, workplace, and community, the Community Allied Health Services are conducted by allied health professionals who have extensive clinical experience and up-to-date- knowledge of assistive technologies.

These services are designed to help individuals of all disabilities and ages meet their short-term and long-term goals, with the allied health professionals providing advice on the available technologies that suit you needs, information on how to use them, and the confidence to live a safe and independent life.

These individual consultation sessions provide information and training on technological devices including:

• Mobile Phones – Android and Apple Devices
• Tables – iPads, Microsoft and Android Tablets
• Landlines – Corded and Cordless options
• Assistive Technologies – Switch Controls and hearing devices
• Others - Seating, mobility, household aids, computer access, environmental control, personal care, tele-care, and home modifications available.

More Information:

More information on training, consultation, or workshop times at: Indigo Web Page.

You can also attend an Indigo Community Information Session, for an overview of the services available at Indigo.

For additional information please call 08 9381 0600 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Independent Living Centre is a NDIA registered non-profit organisation that provides advice and information on device features and assistive technologies available for all disabilities. Training sessions and workshops on how to use these devices are offered at their South Launceston location or through their home-visit service. Training sessions are paid, offered online or face-to-face in groups or individual, and include beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels of training.

Access Needs:

• Cognition
• Hearing
• Vision
• Speech
• Physical

Location:

• Tasmania (TAS): South Launceston

Training Delivery:

• Groups
• Individual
• Online

Available Training:

The Independent Living Centre provides on-request seminars, workshops and training sessions which can be arranged around specific topics within Assistive Technology and Disability Support. They also host information sessions provided by suppliers of new products to make people aware of new technology. These services can be arranged to be deliver that the Independent Living centre or another venue of your choice. Some of the key areas that they cover, in relation to accessible telecommunications, include, but are not limited to:

• Mobile Phones – Android and Apple Devices, and other phone options
• Tablets – iPads, Android and Microsoft tablets
• Landlines – Corded, Cordless and Text Telephones available
• Assistive Technology – Switch Controls, Hearing Devices, and more.
• The use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication systems for telecommunications
• Video calling software such as Skype

More Information:

More information on training, consultation, or workshop times at: Independent Living Centre (TAS) Web Page

For additional information please call 1300 885 886.

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The Riverina Community College is a NDIA registered organisation that offers a variety of programs designed to enhance the lives of individuals living with intellectual disabilities, through community engagement programs and training courses. Courses are offered at the Riverina College Campus, with varied hours and days. They offer face-to-face training in small groups, with levels ranging from beginners to intermediate. Majority of courses are paid, with some being free for individuals over the age of 60.

Access Needs:

• Cognition
• Speech
• Physical

Location:

• New South Wales (NSW): Wagga Wagga

Training Delivery:

• Groups

Available Training:

1.     Technology-based Workshops – Paid Training

The Riverina Community College offer a variety of paid workshops and courses designed to help individuals living with an intellectual disability to confidently use technology to improve their quality of life. The workshops available include:

• Introduction to Computers
• Introduction to iPad’s
• Introduction to Internet Part 1
• Introduction to Email Part 1
• Introduction to Smart Phones

2.     Tech Savvy for Seniors – Paid Training (Free for people aged over 60)

The Tech Savvy for Seniors course is a 6- week program offered at the Riverina Community College campus, in partnership with the NSW Government and Telstra. It provides training in the digital literacy skills and information on available technology, targeted at the elderly and individuals with cognitive, speech, and physical disabilities. This course includes introductory workshops on Computes, iPad’s, the Internet, Email, and Smartphones, helping individuals to safely and confidently use technology to stay connected and communicate efficiently.

More Information:

More information on training, consultation, or workshop times at: Riverina Community College Web Page

For additional information please call 1800 000 212 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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