Student & Family Support
Dr Rob Gordon Parent Forum
An audio recording was taken from last week's parent session with Dr Rob Gordon.
Dr Rob Gordon (OAM) is a clinical psychologist and an expert consultant regarding traumatic events.
In this parent session, Rob discussed the following:
- How to support children and families after a traumatic event.
- Unpack what may surface in school and family life
- How to support adults to best support your child
Supporting Families with Grief and Loss Webinar
You can still access the webinar via the following link:
The resources below may also be useful as you navigate how to best support your family through these difficult times:
- eheadspace– a national online or phone mental health support service for young people
- Parentline – for confidential and anonymous support for parents
- Kids Helpline – confidential and anonymous online and phone counselling for people
TAC Advice for ASPS Community
The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) has also established a special link for our school to make the claims process as easy as possible. Additional details regarding the TAC are included as an attachment to this email.
Auburn South PS TAC Claims Information
Accessing Additional Student Support
As we have learnt via the Headspace and Dr Rob Gordon presentations, we all respond to traumatic events differently and at different times. Families can continue to reach out to the school for support via email and the link below. The school, with the support of the Department of Education and Headspace, has established relationships with local practitioners who are on stanbdby and ready to provide support when needed.