Date: Tuesday 25 February Time: 7.00pm – 9.00 pm Location: Online via zoom In this 2-hour workshop, Garry King will address the topic of "Self-Harm - Non-Suicidal Self-Injury". Garry will explore what self-harm is, why it happens, and what you as a carer can do. The workshop, like the one presented by Garry last year, […]
Thursday 6 March 10am – 12.30pm Zoom online Join Megan Corcoran for a 2.5-hour webinar that will focus on the importance of your self-care. In this session, carers will learn: Strategies to nurture your compassion and prevent fatigue Positive psychology interventions that you can embed into your day to enhance wellbeing Strategies to support yourself […]
Date: Tuesday 11 March Time: 10:00am – 11:30am Zoom online Join Clare from the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing as she supports you, as a carer, to understand how to identify and respond to Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). As a result of participating in this training, you will have an increased understanding of: How […]
Date: Thursday 13 March Time: 10 am – 12.30 pm Online This session builds on the Emotion Coaching steps provided by Joanie Bartolo in session 1 (see 20 February) and then moves on to explore anger – what is underneath and how to respond and support children and young people. Carers will need to have registered and […]
This session will include exploring the emerging risks of AI, including exploitation and deepfakes, equipping carers with the skills to: model safe and healthy practices in the home participate and encourage help-seeking communicate openly about online risks and rewards supervise and support These outcomes will empower carers to take proactive steps in protecting children and young people and promoting […]
Join us for an enriching creative art and self-care experience designed for foster, kinship, and permanent carers. We invite you to: Express your unconscious thoughts, worries, and grief. Take a moment to pause and care for yourself Honour the incredible contributions you make to the lives of children, young people, and families. Self-care is about […]
Wednesday 2 April 10am – 12pm Zoom online Join Megan Corcoran for a 2-hour webinar where you will learn: The importance of using trauma-informed approaches to support the wellbeing of children and young people, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Evidence-based strategies for fostering autonomy and creating a secure base, empowering children to thrive. Practical […]
Date: Saturday 5 April Time: 10am – 12.30pm Location: Zoom online Learn practical strategies and gain confidence in supporting your Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander child or young person with connection to culture, community and country. Join AJ Williams-Tchen and other carers to share ideas, learn and be connected, with an overall focus of caring […]