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Dive into real-life journeys, expert advice, and the latest updates from the MND community. Whether you're seeking support, sharing your experience, or staying informed — our blog is here to connect and uplift.

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13 March 2023

Swallow Awareness Day

Swallow Awareness Day is on Thursday 16 March 2023 and the theme this year is ‘Dysphagia. A difficult diagnosis to swallow.’ The day raises awareness...
09 February 2023

Feeding Tubes Support People Living with MND to Live Better for Longer

This week we celebrate International Feeding Tube Awareness Week at MND NSW. We take part in this celebration because for many people living with...
01 February 2023

Have your say: Access to MND healthcare in NSW

MND NSW is excited to announce surveys are now open for you to have your say about accessing specialised and coordinated MND healthcare in NSW and the...
19 January 2023

What’s on for 2023 at MND NSW?

It is set to be a big year at MND NSW as we continue to support people living with MND to access the best possible care and support. We are focused on...
02 December 2022

Christmas closure dates

All MND NSW offices and InfoLine will be closed for the holiday period from 12pm on Friday 23 December 2022 and reopen on Monday 9 January 2...
29 November 2022

Let's Celebrate International Day of People with Disability

On 3 December 2022 we celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD). The theme is “Transformative solutions for inclusive development:...
15 November 2022

Volunteer Spotlight - meet Deidree

In our very first Volunteer Spotlight, we'd like to introduce Deidree, who has been volunteering for MND NSW since 2012. Deidree has been holding stal...
26 October 2022

27 October 2022 is World Occupational Therapy Day!

Today we celebrate and promote the work of Occupational Therapists worldwide. The theme is Opportunity + Choice = Justice. The theme promotes the miss...
17 October 2022

National Carers Week - Millions of Reasons to Care

National Carers Week runs from Sunday 16 to Saturday 22 October 2022 with the theme – Millions of Reasons to Care. Millions of Reasons to Care, aims t...
12 October 2022

Allied Health Professions Day

On 14 October 2022 we celebrate International Allied Health Professions Day. MND NSW celebrates the 200,000+ allied health professionals working acros...
05 October 2022

Accessible holidays

There are increasing numbers of places providing accessible accommodation which allows those living with disabilities to experience a wider level of c...
04 October 2022

Free movie tickets for young carers to celebrate National Carers Week

MND NSW in partnership with Carers NSW, are offering young carers free movie tickets to celebrate National Carers Week. National Carers Week runs from...