About the NDIS

National Disability Insurance Scheme:

Get support for your child | NDIS

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

About Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy Australia: Occupational Therapy Australia – About Occupational Therapy (otaus.com.au)

Local Parent Support Groups

Down Syndrome Support Group:

My Time:  Social support group for parents and carers of children (under 18 years) with a disability, developmental delay or chronic medical condition.

Parent Time: A monthly social support group for parents and carers of people with disabilities (any age or diagnosis).

Walking Mums: A walking and social support group for parents and carers of people with disabilities (any age or diagnosis). Walking on Monday and Wednesday mornings. Contact Pam: 0417 021 668

Warrnambool and Surrounds Autism Support Group: Online and in person support group for parents and carers of people with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Other Parent Support Resources

AMAZE: autismvictoria.org.au

ASPECT: What is autism? – Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)

Better Health Channel: Children (4-12) – Better Health Channel

Carer Gateway: Home | Carer Gateway

Department of Education: education.vic.gov.au For Parents

Raising Children Network: Raising Children Network

Royal Children’s Hospital: Kids Health Information : Fact sheets (rch.org.au)