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Parenting is the most important and challenging job in today’s rapidly changing world – but children and young people don’t come with a handbook. At ParentZone, we offer all carers and parents a chance to develop and strengthen their parenting skills and create positive change in their family. We provide free parenting groups, workshops, resources, and training for parents and the professionals who work with them. Our skilled and experienced facilitators tailor the sessions to meet the interests of each group.

ParentZone programs cater to all ages and stages, from newborns to teenagers. Programs address the stages and challenges faced by parents including family violence and mental health. Key programs are also offered in multiple languages. Programs are available in person and online.

DISABILITY SUPPORT and PROGRAMS FOR PARENTS

(For parents & carers of children with a disability, developmental delay or neurodivergence (including ASD, ADHD & AuDHD)

Online Group Dates:

Fortnightly on Thursday mornings during the school term

Time: 10:30am - 11:30am

Location: Online via Zoom

Dad’s group Dates:

Monthly Tuesday evenings during the school term

Time: 7-8pm

Location: online via Zoom

ASD/ADHD/AuDHD Support Group Dates:

Monthly Tuesday evenings during the school term

Time: 7-8pm

Location: Online via Zoom

Free of charge, bookings are required. To register your interest or for more information call Michelle on 0438 646 744 or visit ParentZone - Anglicare Victoria

Podcasts for parents, carers and those who support others with their parenting The ParentZone Teams are delighted to bring you TWELVE ParentZone Pods for you and the families you support. Each Pod identifies and explores common issues parents bring to our parenting groups and offers strategies to try in these situations.

Podcast Series 1

Episode 1: Family Meetings ANGLICARE VICTORIA - FAMILY MEETINGS EP1 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 2: Dealing with Anxiety ANGLICARE VICTORIA - DEALING WITH OUR KIDS ANXIETY EP2 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 3: Sibling Rivalry ANGLICARE VICTORIA - SIBLING RIVALRY EP3 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 4: Getting Children to Listen ANGLICARE VICTORIA - GETTING MY CHILDREN TO LISTEN EP4 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 5: How to Respond to Kids' Behaviour ANGLICARE VICTORIA - HOW TO RESPOND TO OUR KIDS BEHAVIOUR EP 6 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 6: How to Stop Yelling at your Kids ANGLICARE VICTORIA - HOW TO STOP YELLING AT YOUR KIDS EP 5 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Podcast Series 2

Episode 1: Positive Discipline ANGLICARE VICTORIA - POSITIVE DISCIPLINE IN OUR FAMILIES EP 1 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 2: School Refusal ANGLICARE VICTORIA - SCHOOL REFUSAL EP 2 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 3: Parenting our Teenagers ANGLICARE VICTORIA - PARENTING OUR TEENAGERS EP 3 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 4: Meltdowns vs Tantrums ANGLICARE VICTORIA - MELTDOWNS VS TANTRUMS EP 4 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 5: Couples Parenting Together ANGLICARE VICTORIA - COUPLES PARENTING TOGETHER EP 5 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm

Episode 6: Dads Parenting Today ANGLICARE VICTORIA - DADS PARENTING TODAY EP 6 - ParentZone Podcast - Omny.fm