"becoming chief - how to lead your child's special needs tribe", by cathy love
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Essential reading for parents and providers in the disability
sector
As a parent of a child with special needs there’s always a lot going on. Many parents feel overwhelmed, guilty and weary.
Becoming Chief is a guidebook to help you feel more energised,
informed and confident to lead your
child’s tribe to the brilliant outcomes you
dream of.
What is a CHIEF?- Chiefs are leaders- Chiefs motivate and manage the troops- Chiefs get results
I urge you to become a great chief and lead your child’s special needs tribe to success.
KNOWLEDGEwill assist you to
understand your child’s needs from different
perspectives, and anticipate and plan for
the future.
“Life is ten per cent what happens to you and ninety per cent how you respond to it.” – Lou Holtz
Build your child’s tribe – Invest time and research into selecting your therapy programs and education teams.
Set the RIGHT goals for your child – it is all about what you want for your child, not about what the
service providers can offer
Stay organised. Create systems that work for you
and your family. Write it down, file it, make technology your friend.
There’s no fun in funding- It’s vital to understand the systems, rules and entitlements
- And to then carefully manage every single cent.
As a Chief you need to take care of yourself.
Permission granted to invest in your own well
being.
Don’t forget fun! When is your family time and how does it work?
Becoming Chief, how to lead your child’s special needs tribe”, covers the tough topics, it includes wonderful real life stories and practical parent powered tips.
You are your child’s strongest
advocate and fiercest protector.
For extraordinary things to happen you need to
advocate assertively and lead with skills and determination. This book guides you to
become Chief.
Adjusting to, researching, seeking
support for and sharing your child’s diagnosis
Staying organised and using time and technology well
Explanations of different professionals and therapy services
Achievable ways to look after yourself
Tips for finding and managing funding
Team management, goal setting,
individualised programs and measuring progress
In “Becoming Chief – How to lead your child’s special needs tribe”,tough topics are covered, wonderful real life stories told and practical
parent friendly tips shared including:
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