By phone
Find the number of a specific division or office to contact them directly or call Service Tasmania on 1300 135 513.
Our staff
Use the Tasmanian Government Directory to find staff contact details
Social media
Follow our social media accounts to keep up to date with specific programs and initiatives.
In the context of disability services there is a gradual transition from a service led culture to one that is increasingly, although not yet consistently, person centred. Such a person centred culture has outcomes which are about more productive and meaningful lives and better connections with the community (Neill and Smith, 2008: 3). This person centred culture is one where listening and learning are built into every aspect of the service, no matter the size. This culture has deep values of respect for the individual and responsiveness to what is most important to and for them, and is not confined to disability services but also offers this to the wider community (Neill and Smith, 2008: 2).
Person centred thinking tools are increasingly the building blocks creating more flexible and responsive services. A greater level of consistent and ongoing application of person centred approaches can achieve a more person centred culture.
There are a number of factors that will also influence this change:
The use of person centred approaches helps focus energy towards supporting people to realise their hopes and dreams, as well as keeping them healthy and safe in a way that makes sense for them.
Features of a person-centred organisation include the following:
Back | Index | Next |