Families Empowering Families
Plumtree is more than a service provider. Our parent-led Now & Next community supports families and advocates change in disability. Plumtree has been finding new ways to support families who …
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Activities & Strategies
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Planning for achievement
Planning is an integral part of what we do at Plumtree. We know from experience that the time parents spend thinking; talking and making plans can have a positive impact …
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Using technology to collaborate with professionals and build my child’s self-esteem
Words are powerful. They set a scene. They build a story. They shape relationships, situations and people. So when my daughter’s therapists started each session by asking about challenges since …
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Navigating away from the paper trail
Using the cloud to better manage information Documents from doctors, therapists, schools or organisations may be needed when your child joins a new service, school, or during the transition to …
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Promoting the voice of children in education & inclusive education
Dr Pippa Murray strongly believes that it is always possible to find a voice for your child, regardless of the challenges your son or daughter is facing. As parents it …
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Who is your child’s greatest teacher?
From the moment a child is born, they will start their learning journey through the smallest moments of everyday life. Parents and carers are undoubtedly the biggest learning influence that a …
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Connect with other families over a cuppa
Looking for an opportunity to swap ideas and feel part of a community in a relaxed environment? ‘It took me a long time to understand it was not all about …
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8 top NDIS tips
Self-managing or plan managing your NDIS package gives you greater flexibility to reach your goals using your funding. It’s not hard to self-manage but if you want the flexibility, without …
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Last Minute Checklist for Getting Ready for School
It’s never too late. Here are some last minute things you may want to check off the list for you and your child to prepare for this schooling year: 1. …
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5 Great School Holiday Activities and Events in Sydney
1. Children’s Access Workshop by Art Gallery NSW Ages: 4+ Date: 11am on the 16th January 2019 Cost: Free (Bookings Required) Art-making activity for children with specific needs to connect …
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Top 5 Book and Movie Picks for this Christmas
The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg Ages: 4+ Summary: The story of a young boy on a journey to North Pole only to lose the gift Santa gave him. …
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5 Ways to a Calm Festive Season with Children
The festive season can be overwhelming for children. Here are 5 simple strategies for keeping them, and you, calm and happy. 1 Read Books/Watch Movies about Festivities Sharing visuals and …
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Using songs to guide children through daily activities
There are some great messages about the joys of singing in old musicals. While you can’t burst into song for every situation (like the checkout queue or the car park!), …
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What you can do now
You make the biggest difference in your child’s life. When a child has a delay in development or a disability, it’s easy to talk as if all that matters is …