Lifestart run a range of group programs to help you and your child or young person work towards their goals. Our specialised groups provide great opportunities for children, young people and parents to learn together.
Why groups?
You are not alone
Group programs allow you to meet and connect with other parents who are on a similar journey with their children. You can learn new tips and ideas from other parents and share your experience with each other.
Individualised and effective
All of our group programs are evidence based, engaging and fun! Our groups are interactive and include an individualised plan so that you and your child get the right support to achieve their goals.
Save time and money
Many of our group programs are offered online so that you can join and learn from anywhere in Australia. Groups can be easier to fit into your busy schedule and allow you to focus on learning new practical skills that will help your child in their day-to-day life. They are also a cost-effective option with the same high-quality individualised supports.
Meeting new kids and making friends
Group programs give your child a new place to meet and interact with other children and work on new goals in a way that isn’t possible in individual therapy. Our expert group facilitators will give your child the support they need to learn alongside other children.
Our groups
Hanen It Takes Two To Talk
Does your child have a language delay? “It Takes Two to Talk” is an internationally recognised, evidence-based program developed by The Hanen Centre and facilitated by Lifestart Speech Pathologists.
Hanen More Than Words
Does your child have Autism and find it hard to communicate with others and connect with the world around them? Hanen More Than Words is an internationally recognised parent training program that provides you with the tools, strategies and support to understand your child’s unique needs and to help build their communication and social skills in everyday life.
Secret Agent Society
Secret Agent Society (SAS) is a program for children aged 8-12 years to improve their social and emotional skills. It is regarded as one of the most successful programs of its kind in the world and there is strong evidence that it is effective for children with Autism.
Toilet Training
Lifestart’s Toilet Training: Learning Together program is for parents of children aged 2-6 years with disability or developmental delay. You will work with an Occupational Therapist in group and individual sessions. Learn about the toilet training journey and make a plan to help your child progress towards this important life goal.
Looking for something else?
Contact us at groups@lifestart.org.au with any enquiries.
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