This Wheelie Wellness session brings together people with physical disability and spinal cord injury and their support networks for an informative and welcoming half-day event. Three speakers will share practical knowledge and lived insights across health, wellbeing, and assistive technology — followed by a light lunch and the opportunity to connect with peers.

11:00 am

Welcome and acknowledgement of Country

Registration and welcome table. Light refreshments available on arrival.
ParaQuad Tasmania host opens the event. Housekeeping, overview of the day, and acknowledgement of Country.

11:10 am

Gordon Broome — lived experience (25 min)

20-minute presentation followed by 5 minutes of Q&A. Personal story, practical insights, and the importance of community connection.

11:35 am

Phil Ladlow – Physiotherapist – Advanced Rehabilitation Tasmania (25 min)

20-minute presentation followed by 5 minutes of Q&A. Physiotherapy for people with physical disability — benefits, access, and how to get started.

12:00 pm

Assistive Tech — power-assist and other adaptive options (25 min)

20-minute presentation followed by 5 minutes of Q&A. Talk to technicians about the range of tech available to enhance daily life.

12:25 pm

Light lunch and peer connection (35 min)

Informal networking with speakers and peers. Resource table available. Thank-you and close at 1:00 pm.

Educate

Practical knowledge from health professionals and lived experience.

Connect

Peer conversation and community building in a welcoming space.

Empower

Resources and tools to support health and wellbeing goals.

Contact the host of Wheelie Wellness Hobart