The following resources are frequently updated, and have been developed to assist with understanding the Authorisation of Restrictive Practices in Funded Disability Services Policy (Policy) that applies in Western Australia from 1 December 2020.
The Behaviour Support Consultancy Team delivers a range of events, publications and education opportunities to improve understanding about restrictive practices in WA. Explore the latest news and education sessions below.
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Education sessions
Communities also offer free online and tailored education sessions to the disability sector and other stakeholders.
These sessions provide accessible learning opportunities on key topics related to the Policy such as positive behaviour support, supported decision making, understanding and reducing and eliminating restrictive practices, and more.
Our regular sessions are designed to build knowledge, refresh understanding, and encourage person-centred approaches across the sector.
Chat2Check
The Behaviour Support Consultancy Team provides one-on-one support online to disability service providers, people with disability, families, carers and behaviour support practitioners about the authorisation of restrictive practices in the disability sector.
To book an online Chat2Check session, visit Eventbrite or email BehaviourSupportConsultancy@Communities.wa.gov.au if the session is sold out.
Events
Communities frequently attends community initiatives and local events, providing frontline services to the disability sector. Stay up to date with the latest information on where the team will be below.
- Perth Disability Expo 2026 on 14 and 15 August 2026. Visit Perth Disability Connection Expo 2026 to register:
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