Upcoming Events
Mon, 29 JulyThe Larwill Studio29 July 2019, 9:00 am – 30 July 2019, 5:00 pmThe Larwill Studio, 48 Flemington Rd, Parkville VIC 3052, Australia29 July 2019, 9:00 am – 30 July 2019, 5:00 pmThe Larwill Studio, 48 Flemington Rd, Parkville VIC 3052, AustraliaWelcome to The Quad Squad Muster 2019. Our team has worked hard on organising an exciting schedule full of interesting discussions and engaging activities. Explore our website for all the information that you need, and book your ticket today!
Why The Quad Squad Muster 2019?
Connect. Learn. Grow.
The Quad Squad Muster 2019 is finally here. Meet other multiple limb loss individuals, learn everyday skills, discover the latest technology and share your ideas and successes. Register today and join us for a unique and inspiring experience.
What's on...
two days that will change your life
Speakers
Hear from others living succsessfully with limb loss. From everyday tips to the best home modifacations, technology and supports. You'll definately find something that will amaze you.
Workshops & activities
Get involved. Share skills with your peers and learn from them. Join us for the chance to try out new assistive devices and fun activities.
world leading specialists
Hear from some of the world's leading therapists who specialise in getting multiple limb loss individuals back to what they love.
Offsite activities plus a carer outing
Join us for a fun evening activity and group dinner out. Plus day 2 sees a carer only lunch and city adventure.
Our Schedule, Monday 29th July.
Plan Your Day
8.30 AM
Arrival Tea & Coffee
9 AM
Welcome all.
9.15 AM
Home technology & automation
10 AM
Osseointergration & TMR
10.45 AM
Morning Tea
11.15 AM
Nat from Ottobock
12 PM
Driving withTom Eley
12.45 PM
Lunch
1.30 PM
Dressing / Showering and Everyday OT Tips.
2.30 PM
Afternoon Tea
3.00 PM
NDIS - How to make it work for you
3.45 PM
Walk to Activity.
4.30 PM
Come and Try Wheelchair Rugby
6.30 PM
Group Dinner at Smith & Singleton.
Our Schedule, Tuesday 30th July
Plan Your Day
8.30 AM
Arrival tea coffee.
9.15 AM
Start your day with Yoga
10.15 AM
Morning tea in the lobby
11 AM
Something a little different with Melbourne Playback Theatre Group.
12 PM
Lunch
1 PM - 4.30 PM
Carers outing & Activity. Adventure Rooms Melbourne.
1 PM
Art with Monica
1.45 PM
Cooking with everyone.
2.30 PM
Sex & Intermacy
3.15 PM
Afternoon Tea
3.45 PM
Things to know / governments supports
4.15 - 4.45 PM
Travelling around town & the world
4.45 PM
Wrap up
Mandy McCracken
Quadruple amputee & event facilitator
Mandy helped create the Quad Squad, with now over 185 members. She is very excited to bring you the second ever Quad Squad Muster.
Matthew Ames
Quadruple amputee & Technology wiz.
Matt leads the way when it comes to all things technology. From Oseointergration to home modifications, Matt is an amazing source of information.
Korrin Barrett
Quadruple amputee & resident dare devil.
Korrin has done more since becoming an amputee than most people would accomplish in a lifetime. From skydiving, snorkling and racecar driving. If you think limb loss is stopping you, Korrin will show you how it's done.
Shawn Swanson Johnson
Occupational Therapist USA
Shawn is the leading force behind Enhancing Skills For Life, the billateral upper limb workshop held every three years in Texas. We are thrilled to have her join us here in Melbourne.
Tom Eley
Occupation Therapist - Driving Specialist
Tom loves a challenge. He will get anyone behind the wheel, no matter how difficult. Come and hear what is required to get you driving.
Korina & Daniel Valentine
Founders of the Reaching for Korina Charity
Husband & wife team, Korina & Daniel are supporting other sepsis surviours around Australia whilst spreading the sepsis awareness message.
Kristi Turner
Research Occupational Therapist USA
Kristi is joining us all the way from Chicago, USA. From TMR, Targeted Muscle Reninnervation to the more conventional prosthetics, Kristi has a lifetime of knowledge around research, testing and training and is excited to share it with us.
Sponsors
Working Together to bring you the 2019 Quad Squad Muster. If you'd like to offer your support, please get intouch on 0411 130 577
Maurice Blackburn Lawyers
Ottobock
Enhancing Skills for Life
USA's Bilateral Upper Limb Loss Workshop
Avanade Australia
Reaching for Korina
Limbs for Life
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