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SUMMARY:MyTime Marrickville
DESCRIPTION:Connecting parents with their peers \n\n\n\nMyTime is a FREE peer support program for parents and carers of children with disability\, developmental delay\, concern about their child’s development or cronic medical condition.It’s a regular meeting place where you can unwind\, socialise\, discuss\, get information\, and support and be supported by other parents and family carers. It’s a world away from appointments and therapy. It’s support for you! \n\n\n\nMembers get to plan the group sessions around their specific needs as carers. \n\n\n\nMyTime Marrickville is run by parent-peer workers who have shared experience in raising a child with disabilities and delays. \n\n\n\n\n\nAt MyTime\, you can look forward to: \n\n\n\n\nChat over tea/coffee – In some MyTime sessions; members relax over a coffee\, talk about their week and share advice and information.\n\n\n\nLearn something new – In some sessions\, the facilitator or a guest speaker might lead discussions on a topic of interest.\n\n\n\nTake care of yourself – sometimes\, the group might have fun with an activity aimed at helping members relax and look after their well-being.\n\n\n\nBuild your village of support with likeminded families that understand.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is for\n\n\n\nParents\, family members and primary carers of children aged 0–18 years who have a disability\, developmental delay\, are neurodivergent or if there are concerns about their development. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nFive fortnightly sessions\, each two hours long.All sessions run from 11am to 1pm AEDT for NSW\, ACT\, VIC and TAS.You’re welcome to join any session\, or let us know during registration if you prefer a specific one.While we offer suggested discussion topics\, you’re always welcome to bring any questions or themes that matter most to you. \n\n\n			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 29 April | The journey of parent carersMany parents share similar experiences when raising a child with developmental concerns. Join MyTime to reflect on your family’s journey\, consider your own needs\, and enjoy conversation\, connection and a warm cuppa. 			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 13 May | Mother’s Day – a moment of appreciationLet’s gently celebrate Mother’s Day at MyTime and acknowledge the care and love mums and primary carers give. Join us for a relaxed catch‑up with snacks\, connection and optional childminding. 			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 27 May | Big feelings & emotionsBig feelings are part of family life\, but they can feel overwhelming. Join MyTime to explore simple emotion‑coaching ideas\, calming techniques and sensory tools that support resilience and wellbeing for everyone. 			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 10 June | Skills for the family in daily lifeJoin us for a relaxed\, supportive MyTime session with simple\, practical ideas to ease everyday family life. Connect with others\, share experiences and take home a few gentle strategies to try. 			\n								\n							\n						\n								\n							\n			Wednesday 24 June | Celebrating our wins and sharing ideas for the school holidays Join us for a supportive MyTime session to celebrate the big and small wins\, share simple school‑holiday ideas\, connect with others and leave with a few gentle strategies for your family. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChild-minding\n\n\n\nChildminding is available for preschool-aged children\, depending on bookings and availability. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nThe program will be conducted face-to-face at our Marrickville house.Plumtree Children’s Services19 Yabsley Avenue\, Marrickville\, NSW\, 2204  \n\n\n\nIf you’re not based in Sydney or can’t visit our premises\, please join the group online. Simply select the ‘joining online’ option. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore about the program  \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about MyTime  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunding \n\n\n\n\n\nMyTime is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services through Playgroup NSW. Visit www.dss.gov.au for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact details \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information or questions\, feel free to contact Mana (Learning Together Manager) mana@plumtree.org.au \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMyTime Vietnamese Group \n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree also facilitates MyTime Vietnamese Group. For more information\, see here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years\, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence\, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home\, in the community\, online or at our Marrickville centre. \n\n\n\nWe also offer free playgroups\, workshops and programs for all families\, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together. \n\n\n\nOur work is co-designed with families\, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability\, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/mytime-peer-support/
CATEGORIES:MyTime,Support Group
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SUMMARY:Caring for Autistic children and young people
DESCRIPTION:Building connection\, wellbeing\, and authentic relationships \n\n\n\nTypical parenting advice often overlooks the unique needs of Autistic children and young people.  \n\n\n\nThis workshop invites parents and caregivers to shift the focus from “fixing” behaviours to nurturing connection\, authenticity\, and wellbeing.  \n\n\n\nTogether we will unpack language\, ideas\, and approaches that foster understanding\, acceptance\, and joy in everyday life.  \n\n\n\nYou’ll leave with tools to strengthen relationships\, enhance communication\, and create a supportive environment where your child feels seen\, valued\, and safe. \n\n\n\nAll our online sessions are interactive\, so we do not share recordings to protect the privacy and confidentiality of everyone attending. \n\n\n\n\n\nCome along to explore: \n\n\n\n\nLanguage which helps us to frame a neurodiversity affirming approach to Autism\n\n\n\nBuilding your own and your Autistic child or young person’s wellbeing and happiness\n\n\n\nThe importance of authenticity\, including the concept of radical acceptance\n\n\n\nHow to develop great connections with your Autistic child and communicate with them\n\n\n\nCo-regulation and its importance as a parenting strategy\n\n\n\nExtra tips\, strategies and affirming perspectives that support both you and your child to thrive.\n\n\n\n\nThis session is sponsored by MyTime.MyTime offers free\, supported groups where parents and carers of children with disability or additional needs can come together to feel understood\, share ideas\, and access quality information and resources. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is for\n\n\n\nParents\, primary carers and family members of children and young people who are Autistic or may have similar developmental differences. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nThursday 5 March 2026; 7.30pm to 9:30pm  AEDT/ NSW\, ACT\, VIC and TAS timePlease adjust for your time zone if necessary \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nDelivered online via Zoom. Join us from anywhere in Australia!Instructions will be emailed to you closer to the event date.If you need accessibility support\, please let us know when you register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP\n\n\n\nSessions are subject to cancellation due to low RSVP – Minimum of 6 RSVPsYour confirmation is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer\n\n\n\nView | Download | Share \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour hosts\n\n\n\nThis session will be hosted by Reframing Autism. A respectful\, affirming space led by Autistic people\, for Autistic people\, families\, and allies. Guided by lived experience and evidence-informed research\, Reframing Autism champions understanding\, acceptance\, and authentic connection within the Autistic community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info \n\n\n\n\n\nLog in detailsOnce registered\, we will provide further details closer to the date\, including the link to join the session. You will need a good internet connection to attend. Contact detailsFor more information or questions\, feel free to contact Mana (Parent Learning Manager) mana@plumtree.org.auProfessionalsAt this stage\, we don’t have the capacity to accommodate professionals in this program. If you are a professional\, please feel free to share any of our calendar information with the families you are working with.FundingMyTime is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services through Playgroup NSW. Visit www.dss.gov.au for more information.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive.  \n\n\n\nTrusted for 40 years\, we provide free centre-based playgroups and online parent education workshops. We also provide therapies and support for children aged birth to 8 years with a disability or developmental delay and their families. At Plumtree Preschool\, children of all abilities and cultural backgrounds learn together and begin to understand the value of inclusive communities.  \n\n\n\nOur award-winning\, evidence-based programs and resources help families take control of their own learning and achieve positive outcomes. Plumtree’s passionate\, culturally diverse team of specialists work from the heart in a caring environment where families feel respected and informed. 
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/caring-for-autistic-children-and-young-people/
CATEGORIES:MyTime,Workshop
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