Category: About TADSA

Pat joined TADSA in July 2008.  He’s worked on many projects since then, mostly in woodwork – a number of access ramps, bowling ramp for a foam ball, modifications to baby cots and wheelchair hockey stick to name a few….

Joe joined TADSA in 1991. He’s worked on many projects since then, mostly in metalwork – from small modifications on larger items such as beds and tables to modifications on small items such as cup holders and cutlery. He’ll readily…

Tony joined TADSA in 2003 as Technical Volunteer but very shortly after became Assistant Project Coordinator to the late Roger Davis. In 2005 Tony became a member of the TADSA Management Committee and for many years held the position of…

Why Des joined TADSA In 2013 Des saw a TADSA ad looking for Volunteers and having time on his hands thought he’d be able to help people with disabilities. He believed the skills he had developed in wood work, metal…

Des Chabrel joined TADSA in 2007 and for the last nine years has concentrated on modifying bikes for our Freedom Wheels bike program. He has also been involved in developing accessories including small Outriggers wheels (like trainer wheels) for 12”…

Dennis joined TADSA in 2007. Since then he has undertaken dozens of projects for TADSA clients. His speciality is modifications to four wheeled walkers and some of these have included: a one handed brake system for someone who was a…

Ralph joined TADSA in 2010. Although he does undertake the occasional project, Ralph’s principal role is our main Project Coordinator. Ralph is usually the first person a client, carer or health worker will speak to regarding the client’s need. Ralph…