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SUMMARY:Pictability Facilitator Training
DESCRIPTION:A new way to plan and set goals \n\n\n\n\n\nUnlike traditional planning methods typically led by professionals\, Pictability™ puts families in the driver’s seat. Through playful exploration\, families reconnect with what is truly important to them\, their family and their child. \n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a Pictability™ facilitator and support families to set a vision for their child\, family and self with this award-winning\, internationally acclaimed visioning tool that will inform your family-centred approach. \n\n\n\nThere are three modules to complete to become a Pictability™ Facilitator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Overview\nModule 1 (Two hours)In this introductory session\, ECI professionals will:– Be introduced to the Pictability™ program from a parent’s perspective\, enabling professionals to understand the value of the program for their families. \n\n\n\nModule 2 (Three hours)In this practical session\, professionals will:– Learn about the theoretical foundations of Pictability™– Become familiar with the Pictability™ process– Practice skills to facilitate their first Pictability™ session. \n\n\n\nModule 3 (Three hours)In this practical session under the guidance of a Pictability™ Facilitator\, you willbe paired with another ECI Professional in order to:– Facilitate your first Pictability™ session through role-play with that Professional– Role Reverse and re-experience as a parent participant– Analyse your first facilitation experience– Receive coaching from the Pictability™ Facilitator. \n\n\n\nThe sessions are delivered online\, facilitated by peer worker parents who have completed the Pictability™ Facilitator Training and are accredited to run the workshops. There are a maximum of 16 participants per workshop. \n\n\n\nWe also deliver tailored programs for large organisations. Please contact Eram at eram@plumtreelearning.com to discuss group discounts and alternative workshop times. \n\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\nModule 1: Wednesday 14 October 2026; 10am to 12pm AEST/NSW TimeModule 2: Wednesday 28 OCtober 2026; 10am to 1pm AEST/NSW TimeModule 3: Facilitator will contact you to schedule a date and time Please adjust for your own time zone if needed. \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\n$540 per participant\, including the Pictability KitRefund policyNo refund available with less than 24 hours notice.25% refund available up to 7 days prior to the event50% refund available up to 14 days prior to the event 100% refund available up to 28 days prior to the event. \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\nThis event will be delivered online via Zoom. Join us from anywhere in Australia!Instructions will be sent by email before the event.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\nRSVP\n\n\n\nby Wednesday 7 October \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\nExpression of interest \n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend these timeslots\, please express your interest to be informed about future training opportunities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nResources          \n\n\n\n\n\nAll material necessary to participate in this program will be mailed to you once your registration has been confirmed and finalised with a team member. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLog in details  \n\n\n\n\n\nOnce 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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCertificate of Completion  \n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will receive a certificate for completion to certify that they are the trained facilitator for Pictability. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact details \n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions regarding this program or about group bookings\, please don’t hesitate to contact Eram at eram@plumtree.org.au to discuss group discounts and alternative workshop times.
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/pft-oct26/
CATEGORIES:Pictability,Professionals
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SUMMARY:Nature play | School holiday group
DESCRIPTION:Everything your child needs to develop their skills is readily available in the bush. \n\n\n\nPlumtree Nature Play is about slowing down\, having fun outside and enjoying time together in the bush. \n\n\n\nJoin us to discover simple ways children learn through outdoor play. Nature provides endless opportunities for exploring\, creating\, moving\, connecting and having fun. \n\n\n\nEach day in the bush is different. \n\n\n\nActivities are guided by children’s interests\, the weather and what we discover around us on the day. \n\n\n\n\n\nLearning outcomes could include: \n\n\n\n\nBuild independence through exploration and everyday self-help skills\n\n\n\nConnect with other children through shared outdoor experiences\n\n\n\nExplore\, create and solve problems using natural materials\n\n\n\nLearn through play\, movement and discovery in a natural environment\n\n\n\n\nActivities might include \n\n\n\n\nMaking mud pies\n\n\n\nBuilding with sticks\, leaves and other natural materials\n\n\n\nSlowing down to notice and explore small wonders in nature\n\n\n\nClimbing rocks and creating nature-based art and craft\n\n\n\nDiscovering different textures\, sounds and sights in the bush\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\nFamilies of children aged 0 to 8 years who have a disability\, developmental delay\, are neurodivergent\, or where there are concerns about their development. \n\n\n\nWe can welcome up to eight children in each group (plus siblings). \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\nWednesday 7 October 2026\, 10am to 12pmParents are required to stay on-site and are warmly encouraged to take part. \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\nby Sunday 4 October 2026The session may be cancelled if fewer than four children are registered. \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\nThis program is currently provided free of charge through Plumtree Children’s Services. The equivalent cost under the current NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits is $193. \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\nWolli Creek Regional Park – Girrahween Picnic Area – Wolli Creek  (NSW)On the land of the Bidjigal people (River Flat Clan) of the Eora Nation.Families will need to make their own way to the site. \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\nKarenOccupational Therapist \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCathyOccupational Therapist \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour facilitators\n\n\n\nNature Play is facilitated by experienced occupational therapists registered with AHPRA. Families are supported to explore\, play and learn together in a relaxed outdoor environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour child’s supervisionParents are required to supervise and participate with their children for the full session.Lunch/SnacksPlease bring your own picnic lunch\, snacks and water bottle. No nuts\, please.WeatherThe group will go ahead in most weather and will only be cancelled in extreme conditions.Dress ready to get messyPlease dress appropriately for the weather and for outdoor play. We recommend clothes that can get dirty\, closed-toe shoes\, hats and sunscreen if sunny\, and raincoats and gumboots if wet weather is forecast.ToiletsPlease note that toilet facilities are not available at the activity location. Families may wish to plan accordingly before arriving.Getting thereFamilies will need to make their own way to Wolli Creek Regional Park\, Girrahween Picnic Area.Contact detailsFor more information or questions\, feel free to contact Mana (Learning Together Manager) mana@plumtree.org.au\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTestimonial from previous group \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt was absolutely wonderful! E. and I had the best time. It was so great. All the kids had a great time. I so hope they do more of this kind of thing.Deb mum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout PlumtreePlumtree is a not-for-profit\, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. For more than 40 years\, we’ve worked in partnership with families to support children to learn\, participate and thrive. Through therapy\, parenting programs\, playgroups\, workshops and inclusive education\, we help build confidence\, capability and strong communities where all children belong.
URL:https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/nature-play-october26-2/
CATEGORIES:NDIS Program,Playgroup
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SUMMARY:Connecting with your child through photography
DESCRIPTION:Encourage your child to express themselves with PhotoVoice… and have fun! \n\n\n\nWhat community activities do young children with a disability or developmental delay enjoy at the library or in their communities? Let them show you with their photos! \n\n\n\nSome children are better at expressing their likes or dislikes through images instead of words. In this two-part workshop\, learn to use PhotoVoice: an activity where you encourage your child to take photos of activities and places they enjoy\, or do not like and find challenging. \n\n\n\nFamilies who have done PhotoVoice say that it helped their child become more confident in expressing themselves and making their own choices. \n\n\n\n\n\nCome along to explore: \n\n\n\n\nHow PhotoVoice enhances family engagement\n\n\n\nWhat photos can your child take\n\n\n\nDescribing the photos in your child’s voice\n\n\n\nHow to upload the photos\n\n\n\n\nIn the second session\, parents can ask further questions about this project and discuss their picture-taking experience. \n\n\n\nOur online sessions are interactive and designed to create a safe\, supportive space for everyone. Recordings are not shared. \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\nSpecial offer\n\n\n\nRegister and attend both sessions to receive a FREE small digital camera so your child can continue to enjoy taking photos after attending the workshop! (Available to families based in Australia only) \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\nThe workshop is exclusively for parents; you’ll gain all the insights you need to share with your child afterwards. Parents\, family members and primary carers of children aged 0–12 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\nSession 1: Thursday 24 September; 7.30 pm to 9 pm AESTSession 2: Wednesday 14 October 2026; 8 pm to 9 pm AESTPlease adjust for your own time zone if needed. \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\nPlease RSVP to secure your place.Sessions may be cancelled if fewer than four confirmed participants. \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. Families from anywhere in Australia are welcome to join.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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour hosts\n\n\n\nMelo Kalemkeridis\, a trained peer worker and parent raising a child with a disability. \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\nYour privacy and participation matterAll our online sessions are interactive and are recorded for internal supervision purposes only. To respect everyone’s privacy and confidentiality\, these recordings are not shared with families or outside our organisation. We encourage you to attend the live session so you can get the most out of the information and have the opportunity to ask questions.Log in detailsAfter registering\, you’ll receive more details closer to the session date\, including the link to join. A stable internet connection is required for participation.Contact detailsFor more information or questions\, feel free to contact Mana (Learning Together Manager) mana@plumtree.org.auProfessionalsAt this time\, we cannot accommodate professionals in this program. Please feel free to share our course details with the families you support.FundingPlumtree’s free programs are funded through the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways program.\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. 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/photovoice/
CATEGORIES:Early Learning and Play,Workshop
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