Term 1 2021 Family Support (download flyer here)

WOMEN’S CIRCLE – 5 weeks

Monday February 8 

This group is about coming together, connecting, having intentional time for relaxation in which we enhance our self-care and care for our families. We gather to share stories, deepen our identities, both individually and in a group. It is a time to come together to nourish each other, to listen and to elevate each other as women.
The program will run for five weeks and we offer two different formats:
1. Face to face program with free childcare, which must be booked in advance, commencing Monday 8 Feb from 10am to 12 noon.
2. ZOOM evening program starting Monday Feb 8 from 6.30pm to 8pm. You will need a laptop or smart phone to join evening program.
Cost: Free

To enroll please call 9971 4499 or email [email protected]

 

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CIRCLE OF SECURITY – 7 weeks

Tuesday February 9 

The ‘Circle of Security’ parenting program is an early intervention, relationship-based parenting program designed to enhance attachment between parents/caregivers and children.
Aimed at parents of babies and preschoolers. (“Mums to be” are also welcome).
The free program runs for seven weeks on site, commencing Tuesday 9th February from 10am to 12 noon.
Limited spots for free childcare are available but must be booked in advance.
Cost: Free 

To enroll please call 9971 4499 or email [email protected]

 

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TUNING INTO KIDS – 6 weeks

Monday March 1 

An evidence based, parenting program for those parents who want to learn how to talk about emotions with their family. Aimed at parents of children aged 4 – 13 yrs old.
This free program provides strategies on how to help manage big emotions such as anxiety or anger, includes building emotional intelligence within your children, strategies from Dr Siegal and handouts provided from Melbourne University.
This program runs for 6 weeks on site, starts Monday 1st March, 10am – 11.30am. Limited spots for free childcare area available, but must be booked in advance.
To enrol please contact 9971 4499 or [email protected]

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CREATIVE PLAY PROGRAM – 3 weeks

Thursday March 11 

A three week series of free parent & child play groups where you will be given the opportunity to learn together and play together. Each week mums will be introduced to new ideas on how to spend quality time with their children, encourage positive interactions, build strong connections and most importantly, have FUN!
The program runs for three weeks commencing  Thursday March 11, 10:30am – 12pm.

To enroll please call 9971 4499 or email [email protected]

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CALMER PARENTING WORKSHOP – 1 SESSION

Tuesday March 30 

Join our practical skills workshop and learn about how to keep a ‘cool head’ when parenting.

This free 2 hour workshop provides psycho-education about why we sometimes find it difficult to control our emotions and offers strategies for parents to use immediately.
When we can parent more calmly, our children’s behaviour improves and we enjoy better family dynamics.
This popular workshop is on Tuesday 30th March, running from 10am – 12pm
Limited spots for free childcare are available but must be booked in advance.
To enrol please contact 9971 4499 or email our service [email protected]
Cost: Free

 

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Supported Play Group by Integricare

Every Weds through the school term

A playgroup for parents and children under school age, emphasising the importance of play in a child’s development.
The parenting needs of mums and carers can also be addressed and friendships and informal links with the community are built at the playgroup.
Each week there are activities including craft, a morning tea and story time.
The playgroup is run by qualified staff and runs every Wednesday 10am – 12pm.
Please ring our service for further information on 9971 4499 or drop in informally on the day, to meet the team.

To enrol please call 9971 4499 or email [email protected]

Facilitated by Integricare

 

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