Has your child recently been diagnosed with autism? Feeling overwhelmed with what services you can access? Join us for an empowering and informative webinar, designed specifically for parents and caregivers navigating the early stages after an autism diagnosis.
Led by a panel of highly experienced professionals, this session will provide practical insights and support to help you understand what lies ahead. You'll hear from:
- Jackie Sikic (Occupational Therapist, Kid Link Occupational Therapy)
- Dr. Kim Drever (Paediatrician, Kudos Paediatrics)
- Tristan Nickless (Speech Pathologist, Word by Mouth)
- Haylee Parfett (Speech Pathologist, Haylee Speech Pathology)
- Hayley Jennings (Psychologist, Step by Step Psychology)
Together, we will guide you through key areas such as understanding the diagnosis, navigating early interventions, and finding the right support services for your child. You'll gain insights into how you can build an effective care team.
Objectives:
- To understand what Autism is including what it means to be neurodiversity-affirming
- To explore what your child’s diagnosis means for them now and into the future
- To understand what types of therapies exist and explore what the evidence tells us
- To understand what supports are available and how they can support you and your child (this can include formal/informal/parent support groups)
- To leave with the knowledge about how to choose your care team which meets your family’s needs
What's included:
- 2.5 hour live webinar that includes relevant evidence, theory, practical strategies, and an understanding of the supports avalible.
- Bonus 20 minutes of question time.
- Access to the recording for 30 days following the presentation.
