Council organises parenting information sessions for parents, grandparents and carers in Maroondah to support families in their parenting journeys with children and young people.
How to book
- Bookings are essential as there are limited places available for each session.
- You will be sent a link to join the online presentation, once you have booked in.
- Most presentations are free to attend or low cost.
- If you require a certificate of attendance, then please select this option when booking. There is no cost to be emailed a certificate.
Parenting information sessions 2021
Further parenting information sessions for 2021 will be announced soon.
Understanding communication differences and anxiety in young children on the Autism Spectrum
Gain insight into the language and communication differences of children on the Autism Spectrum and how this may affect their interactions with others. You will also:
- Learn strategies to support the communication needs of children on the Autism Spectrum.
- Understand the link between neurology, anxiety and communication.
- Discover various ways to communicate with your child/children in your care when they are anxious.
- Learn how anxiety can manifest differently in relation to different situations and contexts.
- Understand the link between sensory sensitivities, anxiety and overall functioning.
- Leave with strategies to try with your children to support them to manage their anxiety effectively.
About the presenter: Ebony Birch-Hanger
Ebony Birch-Hanger is a qualified Neurodevelopmental Therapist, Special Education Teacher, Teacher of the Deaf, Education Consultant & Music Specialist with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals with a variety of additional needs and medical conditions. As Ebony is also on the Autism Spectrum herself, she will bring a genuine perspective of true lived experience to this presentation.
She has presented at many state and national conferences as well as several educational institutions and local councils. She has recently contributed to a Victorian Department of Education/Yellow Ladybugs resource titled ‘Spotlight on Girls with Autism’.
View the flyer for this session:
Understanding communication differences and anxiety in young children on the Autism Spectrum (pdf, 1020KB)
Presented by: Ebony Birch-Hanger
Date: Wednesday 17 February
Time: 7pm to 8.45pm
Venue: online
Cost: free
This session is now complete.
Where
Sessions are usually held online or at:
- Karralyka
Mines Road,
Ringwood East, 3135
Further information
For more details on Council’s parent information sessions, please contact Cathie Wills on 9294 5740 or email childrens.services.events@maroondah.vic.gov.au
Join our mailing list for parents
If you would like to receive information on upcoming parenting sessions and other family events in Maroondah, you can join our Parent mailing list. Contact the Maroondah City Council Children’s Services Team on 9294 5740 or email childrens.services.events@maroondah.vic.gov.au. You can see