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RIAC’S TIPS FOR CARERS/PARENTS OF NEURODIVERSE CHILDREN
Helping neurodiverse children at the hairdresser
Try these tips during a visit to the hairdresser -
· If your child is sensitive to noise ask the hairdresser to only use scissors and/or use ear buds to block out some of the noise. Ask for any music playing to be turned down.
· Use a timer so your child knows how long the haircut will last.
· Distract them with a fidget toy or a video of something they enjoy
· Oral input can be calming during a haircut, such as chewing gum, chewable necklace
· If your child is sensitive to certain textures or materials bring along your own towel/cape.
· Use a weighted blanket for comfort during the haircut.
Come along to our Carer Support groups to learn more tips and enjoy a cuppa and a chat with other parents who have faced similar struggles.
Bendigo Walking Group | Bendigo Carer Self-Care Hub |
When: 9.30am – 11am Every Thursday during school term
Where: Meet at Peppergreen Farm carpark 40 Thunder Street North Bendigo
| When: 10am – 12 noon 1st Thursday each month
Where: Peppergreen Farm 40 Thunder Street North Bendigo |
For more information – EMAIL: carers@riac.org.au
PHONE: Carolyn – 0488 605 363
CatholicCare Term 4 - Parenting Programs and Workshops
Everyday Independence
Everyday Independence specialises in providing early childhood intervention supports to children and their families supported by the NDIS.
With support from a child and family team, a Key Worker and their therapists meet children and their families where life happens, at home, childcare, kinder, school and in the community.
By delivering therapy in children’s everyday environments, we help them learn and practise skills in the places they feel most comfortable and confident. This practical, personalised approach supports meaningful outcomes and helps children participate more in life.
Key Workers Leading the Way
Our key worker plan and oversee each child’s services. As the main therapist and day-to-day contact, they:
- Deliver most of a child’s therapy
- Coordinate services from speech pathologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, behaviour support practitioners and habit coaches
- Link parents/carers/families with community services to support a child’s development.
To see how we deliver supports, please click on this link below:
Early Childhood Intervention Services | Everyday Independence
Our Bendigo team have current availability. Check out our website 1300 179 131 | 0490 841 506 | everydayind.com.au
Lightning Reef Primary Outside School Hours Care
