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THE Disability Expo will give locals a chance to learn about the care and support services available in the city.

The free event will be held at the Civic Centre on July 26 between 10am to 2pm, with over 30 service providers in attendance.

Attendees will be able to chat with staff and volunteers from a variety of organisations, and enjoy food, coffee, and face painting for kids.

Broken Hill City Council’s community development co-ordinator Rachel Merton said the event was a great resource for those who require care or support services.

“There are so many service options out there at the moment with the NDIS, and this event can give people a chance to talk to various organisations and see what suits them,” Ms Merton said.

“And it’s not just for aged or disabled people and carers; there’s lots of support and services available in town that can be helpful for people from all walks of life.

“We’ve got over 30 providers lined up for the day which is great to see, and I want to thank them all for supporting the event and the community.”

Onsite services and organisations: Locals Caring about Locals, Yarning Crescent, Therapy In the Outback, Lifeline Connect, Mission Australia, Outcomes Connect Australia, StandBy Support After Suicide, LiveBetter, Care Together Coordination, National Disability Insurance Agency, At Direct Care, Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association, Silverlea Employment & Training Services, Kinkera Community, BBKM Plan Management, Long Service Corp, GP Super Clinic, Thrive Medical, Life Without Barriers, Mildura Disability Support, Lift Health Group, Westhaven, AnabPlus Community Care, Social Futures, Flourish Australia, Kirinari Community Services, Disability Advocacy NSW, Heal at Home, Green Heart Care, NSW Fair Trading, ESG Inclusive Homes, Empowered Champions and Mobility Engineering.

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