Parents and Carers

Changes to funding systems can feel complicated. You don’t need to understand every part of the NDIS before speaking with us. Letting us know early about any upcoming reviews or changes gives us the best opportunity to work alongside you and understand what the change means for your child’s therapy.

You don't need to turn December and January into a six-week school preparation program. Keep playing. Keep reading together. Go outside. Visit the playground. Practise the lunchbox occasionally. Let your child help pack their bag. Talk about school when it naturally comes up. And enjoy the holidays. Children learn through relationships, play, movement, communication and everyday experiences.

Our job isn't to decide which emotions boys are allowed to have. It's to help them know that whatever shows up, there are safe people beside them who can help them understand it.

For parents and carers of autistic children, or children with additional developmental, communication or sensory needs, the experience can be very different from what they expected. Alongside the love, pride and joy can come a constant mental load that is difficult for others to see. While these responsibilities become part of daily life, they can also place carers at increased risk of burnout.

Seeking an autism assessment can feel like a big step, but for many families it provides something incredibly valuable... understanding.

The current NDIS environment can feel uncertain, particularly when funding decisions impact essential supports and services. While no one can guarantee a particular outcome, preparation remains one of the most powerful tools available to participants and families.

If There's One Thing I Want Every Parent and Carer to Know... Please don't underestimate how important you are. You don't need the qualifications that I have. You don't need fancy therapy equipment. You don't need to create perfect learning opportunities. You simply need to keep showing up.