In September 2018 Plumtree hosted a 2-day workshop facilitated by Dr Michael Kendrick that presented new ideas for capacity building for families navigating the Early Childhood Intervention stage. The workshop …
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 …
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. …
Last Minute Checklist for Getting Ready for School Read More
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 …
5 Great School Holiday Activities and Events in Sydney Read More
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. …
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 …
In May 2018, Plumtree ran our first ever webinar, for current and alumni members of the Now and Next program. Sylvana Mahmic, Plumtree CEO, in conversation with special guest speaker, …
Self-managing your child’s NDIS plan: in conversation with Sam Paior Read More
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!), …
Using songs to guide children through daily activities Read More
There are three different ways that you can manage your child’s NDIS funding and it’s important to understand each of these so that you can make the decision that is …
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 …
If you are reading this, you may be worried about your child’s development. Your worry is a sign of your love for your child – you want the very best …
Plumtree has long valued cultural diversity. We set out to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities a decade ago. Currently, 7% of the families we work with are …
Imagine if you couldn’t speak. How would you share your ideas, socialise with friends, buy things? Some things can’t be communicated easily through gestures and facial expressions. Communication can be …
AAC: Strategies to support children with communication difficulties Read More
