All of UsAll of UsAll of UsAll of Us Promoting an Inclusive Community

For People With Intellectual Disabilities

Community Living Program, 5 Nundah Street, Nundah Qld 4012 Phone: (07) 3266 5633 Fax: (07) 3266 5866 Email: clpadmin@tpg.com.au Compiled by Vicky Callow Edited by Sandra Sewell Copyright 2006 C.L.A INC. Community Living Program would like to acknowledge the contribution of Disability Services Queensland in funding the production of this booklet. Community Living Program would like to thank everyone involved in the production of this booklet, especially Vicky Callow for compiling the stories, and Morrie O’Connor, Victoria Tucker, and Carmen English for their time and efforts. We would also like to thank and acknowledge all those who contributed to the stories. Front cover image by: Jeff Cheyne Back cover image by: Joseph Attal Artwork by: Snap Printing Geebung Illustrations: Page 10 by Katalin Takacs Page 21 by Joseph Attal Other resources available from Community Living Program: “Normal is Everyone” – Working with People With An Intellectual Disability “Talking About Bullying”- People With Intellectual Disabilities Creatively Address the Issue of Bullying in the Community “I need to sort my head out” – Mental Health and Well-Being in the Lives of People with Learning Difficulty: Report of the Dual Diagnosis Project “Lose the Stress, You Can Relax” – An innovative CD and Video for People Wanting Clear Practical Guidance to Reduce Stress and Anxiety (Video, CD and DVD format available).

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Conclusion The stories in this booklet highlight how safe and positive relationships can enhance people’s lives. We hope that readers will be inspired to form supportive relationships with people with intellectual disabilities and, together, contribute to their local communities. If you are interested in becoming involved in the Community Living Program, please contact CLP on (07) 3266 5633.