Supporting the Mental Health of Children with Disabilities and Their Families  

Raising a child with a disability or developmental challenges is a journey filled with unique joys, deep resilience, and—at times—overwhelming emotional challenges. When a child has a disability, the difficulties they face can extend far beyond the physical, developmental, or learning needs that are more visible. Often, the emotional and psychological toll of navigating a world that isn't always accessible or inclusive can be significant—for both children and their families.

Struggling to get more than “fine” when you ask, “How was your day?”

If your child has trouble answering this seemingly simple question, you’re not alone. While we ask with the best intentions to connect, to understand, to support, many children find this question hard to answer.

Allied Health Assistant – an extra support for your child and family to achieve your goals

With the huge demand on paediatric allied health services across Australia, Allied Health Assistants (AHA’s) have emerged as an important way for kids and families to be able to get access to supports to help them with their needs and to achieve their goals.

Read on below to find out more about the ways Allied Health Assistant supports may enhance your child and family’s care.