Support for kids
and teens
Set your child up for success to achieve their goals.
Get in touch, todayHelping your child explore the world
We create support designed for your child to help them build the skills and confidence they need to grow in independence and explore the world safely.
Growing independence
Children and teenagers need lots of different skills as they start school, make friends and enter the workforce.
Through every experience, it’s important they have the support they need to become confident and independent adults.
Whatever your child hopes to do, we can help them to become more independent and learn the skills they need to start achieving their goals and milestones today.
Skills to establish independence
Our programs for children and teens are designed to teach them the skills they need to grow into confident and independent adults. What this looks like is up to you, your child, and what they want to achieve.
Support for your child could include:
- Assistance at school, including everything from getting from the classroom to the playground to setting up their desk
- Help becoming involved in fun activities like sports teams or art programs
- Learning practical life skills like helping with chores, learning to cook basic meals and how to manage money
- Preparation for future study or joining the workforce
- Gaining mobility skills to confidently explore their community and the world beyond
- Help forming friendships and going out to socialise with friends
- Learning how to use devices to make life easier and increase independence, including devices they already own like a smartphone!
Kyle’s story
My instructor teaches me to do all kinds of things, like catch public transport and get around the shops that I go to with my friends. We talk about the goals that I’ve set for myself and then focus on trying to achieve them.
Kyle
Services we provide for children and teens
Every program is focused on each child’s ability, designed to help them build their skills, increase their confidence and grow their independence.
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Programs for Children
No matter what your child’s individual needs are, we have a program to help.
Orientation and Mobility
Gain the skills you need to be able to get around safely and independently.
Occupational Therapy
Receive professional support for everyday skills like cooking, cleaning and personal care.
Counselling
Losing your vision can be a confronting experience, but we’re here to support you.
Learn more about your
funding options
You may be able to access funding and assistance through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to help cover the cost of support and training programs for your child.
Learn more
Learn more about your
funding options
You may be able to access funding and assistance through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to help cover the cost of support and training programs for your child.
Learn moreSupport for parents
As a parent, we all worry about the growth and development of our children. But by assisting you and your child with vision loss, we can help to ease some of your concerns.
Supporting you to support them
We understand that being a parent of a child with a vision impairment can come with lots of questions about how to best assist them both now and throughout their life.
That’s why you play a big part in the services your child receives, so you know exactly what they’re learning and are able to support them and help them practice outside our sessions. Our instructors will also work with you to develop the skills you need to help your child learn, which can help you to become more knowledgeable and confident.
As we work together, our goal is to help you receive the support you need to know your child can be independent.
Find out about support for CarersMeet your support team
We have a highly experienced and friendly team who are excited to work with you and your child. These are just some of the dedicated instructors on hand to help you.
Vickie
Vickie is passionate about helping your child be the best they can be.
Brenda
Brenda will work in partnership with you to help grow your child’s mobility.
Janet
Janet is here to support you and your family to adapt to vision loss.
Janine
Janine can help your child develop everyday living skills.
Alanna is here to guide you through your options and help connect you with the right support.
Alanna
Your Support Coordinator