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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/
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SUMMARY:Circle of Security | for dads and male carers
DESCRIPTION:Supports and strengthens child-parent relationships \n\n\n\nThe Circle of Security is an evidence-based program that helps build and strengthen child-parent relationships. Research shows that when children have at least one secure relationship with a parent or carer\, they enjoy better health\, stronger relationships\, and greater success in their future education. \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\nIn this program\, you’ll learn to: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstand your child’s emotional world by learning to recognize their emotional needs.\n\n\n\nSupport your child in managing their emotions.\n\n\n\nBuild your child’s self-esteem.\n\n\n\nHonor your inner wisdom and your desire to make your child feel safe and secure.\n\n\n\n\nYou may also like to know that we are also running a Circle of Security daytime group\, as well as an evening group\, in case these options are helpful for you. \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\nFathers and other male primary carers of children aged 0-12 years.While the Circle of Security is not a disability-specific program\, it will help families apply the approach to their child’s unique needs. \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\nWeekly online sessions across eight weeks.Each session is 2 hours\, and attending all sessions is required.From Wednesday 29 April to Wednesday 17 June 2026\, 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm AEDT/ NSW\, ACT\, VIC and TAS timePlease 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\nWhere\n\n\n\nThe event will be delivered 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\nRSVP\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to secure your place.The group will only go ahead if at least six participants confirm they will attend the full eight-session program. \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 | Share | Download \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour facilitator\n\n\n\nMelo Kalemkeridis\, 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\nTo provide personalised support\, we ask families to enrol in one course per term\, helping us focus on helping each family reach their goals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional info \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore about the programLearn more about the Circle of Security program.Certificate of CompletionTo receive a certificate of attendance\, we kindly ask that participants have their cameras on for all seven sessions. This helps us confirm your attendance and engagement so that we can provide you with your certificate.Contact detailsFor more information\, please feel free to contact Mana\, Parent Learning For 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\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/circle-of-security-dads/
CATEGORIES:Course,Parenting Program
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