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Early Bird Autumn Edition – March 2012
Newsletter of the
ACT Chapter of
Early Childhood Intervention
Australia Inc.
Early Childhood Intervention
ACT Inc
PO Box 717
Mawson ACT 2607
Phone: (02) 6290 1984
[SHOUT]
email: [email protected]
Committee: President: Pam Cording
Secretary: Carol- Anne Karas
Treasurer: Annemarie Banks
Committee Members:
Jill Corcoran Liz Holland
Cathy Radisich Sue Davies
Maryanne Pease Sue Finn
Sandy Leitch Jean Walker
President’s Report - Term 1 Newsletter 2012
Welcome to all our members and friends for 2012. A particularly warm welcome also to all our returning committee members who ensure Early Childhood Intervention ACT is able to play such an important role in the community. Thank you so much Annemarie and Carol-Anne for continuing in your roles as Treasurer and Secretary and to Jill Corcoran and Sue Davies for continuing to be our National Council Representatives. Thank you to Sue Finn and Maryanne Pease for volunteering to produce our 2012 newsletters, Early Bird and to Jean Walker, Liz Holland and Cathy Radisich for being supportive members in so very many different ways. We have already organised and facilitated our first workshop for the year. Irmina Nahon, Physiotherapist and Continence Specialist presented “Positive Approaches to Pees and Poos’. The information evening on toilet training young children with additional needs was held in the Large Meeting Room at SHOUT on Tuesday 6th March. Despite the very rainy night, 35 interested people attended. Many questions were asked and Irmina, as usual, provided an extremely interesting and well received session. We have already made contacts with providers regarding further workshops this year. One planned workshop will be on the topic of’ ‘Fussy Eaters’. This is a subject which we know is of great interest to many of our members. We are hopeful of finalising details soon and will then distribute flyers to our members. ECI ACT Inc. continues to be in a position to subsidise costs for members, thereby ensuring we are better able to meet the needs of families and providers of young children with additional needs. Membership for ECI ACT Inc. is on an annual basis and all memberships are due for renewal at the beginning of each calendar year. I encourage you to join or to renew your membership now so you continue to be informed of all events and so that you can continue to provide your valued support to this association. A membership form is included with this newsletter. Pam Cording President ECI ACT Inc.
Early Bird Autumn Edition – March 2012
MY TIME Free School Holiday Playgroup For families with children who have a disability or chronic
medical condition. These groups are for parents and carers with children aged 0-12 years. Siblings are most welcome. When: Mon 23/4, Tues 24/4, Thurs 26/4, Fri 27/4 & Sat 28/4 Where: ACT PLAYGROUPS, 41 Templeton St. Cook. Contact: [email protected] or Ph: 1800 171 882
(Bookings essential by 13th April)
MEMBERSHIP
Have you renewed your membership for
2012?
All memberships are due for renewal in
January each year.
A membership form is provided on the last
page of this newsletter. Membership entitles
you to discounts on courses, and quarterly
copies of the Early Bird Newsletter.
Why not renew your membership today!
Fussy Feeders Workshop
COMING SOON
A workshop addressing FUSSY FEEDERS is in the process of being planned for TERM 2.
This workshop, run by Learning Links, will no doubt be very popular so keep an eye on
your inbox for upcoming booking information.
In the words of the presenters:
This workshop explores options for creating positive mealtime experiences. It identifies
factors that impact on mealtimes and fussy eaters including environment, cultural
issues, communication and sensory preferences. Strategies to address these issues are
explored.
For more information about Learning Links go to: http://www.learninglinks.org.au
Early Bird Autumn Edition – March 2012
Following on from the very successful 9th Biennial National Conference (hosted by the ACT Chapter) in
2010, West Australia welcomes delegates to the 10th National Early Childhood Intervention Conference
this August. Registrations for the 2012 conference with its title of 'Pathways to
Participation: Engagement and choice for children and families’ are open now.
Take a look at: www.ecia2012.com.au
In recent years in Australia, and internationally, there has been rapid and unprecedented
changes in both the Early Childhood Intervention and Early Childhood fields. These changes
have impacted on the way that services are provided to young children with disabilities, and
their families. In conjunction with this, there is growing recognition of the importance of the
early years on a child's development. This has culminated in a number of new Federal and
State funding initiatives, leading to changes in the landscape in which practitioners operate
Early Childhood Intervention and Early Childhood practitioners as well as families are
questioning what these changes mean to them and how they can collaborate to translate
these changes into meaningful practice and intervention? How do practitioners ensure
families have real choice and engage with services? How can children's engagement and
participation in everyday activities be facilitated ensuring successful inclusion in settings of
their choice?
International speakers Peter Rosenbaum, Robin McWilliam, M'L isa Shelden, Mat Granlund,
and Eva Björck-Åkesson will discuss effective strategies to facilitate participation and
engagement of children and their families in Early Childhood settings and services. The
conference will provide practitioners and families with a forum to gain current knowledge
and information on both research and practice; thus facilitating and supporting the
participation and engagement of children with disabilities , and their families, in activities of
their choice and context (be that at home, in early childhood settings or in their own
communities).
There is a strong likelihood that ECI will be offering subsidised attendance for eligible members.
Stay tuned for more information.
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Early Bird Autumn Edition – March 2012
POSITIVE APPROACHES TO PEES AND POOS
Information Evening on Toilet Training Young Children with Additional Needs
Presented by Dr Irmina Nahon PhD, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist and Specialist in working with
Families of Children with Additional Needs.
On Tuesday 6 March, Irmina Nahon presented another information-filled workshop on toilet
training. Irmina’s sessions are always well received and we are grateful that she continues to be so
willing to share her vast knowledge and experience with us.
Have you ever had a look at your toilet from a child’s view-point? It may be a useful thing to do if
your child is reluctant to enter the room. Why not make it a child friendly place? Have you thought
about cutting a hole in a nappy so that an anxious child can wear the nappy while sitting on the toilet
and the poo can fall through? These were just some of the practical suggestions offered.
Irmina reminded us that before starting to toilet train it is good to do some planning (consider
whether it is a good time, get others involved, start early as it takes a long time, and think about
having a medical check-up to see if there are any reasons to delay). Look for clues that the child is
ready (can they sit still, follow simple instructions, stay dry for 1 – 2 hours, seek privacy?). It is also
helpful to take records (chart current habits for a minimum of 2 weeks with a half hour check of the
nappy, look for patterns and target times that your child is most likely to go).
How and when you start toilet training will depend on the individual and the support they need will
vary (cue cards, signs, verbal prompts and physical assistance). Irmina stressed the need to think
about the amount of fluid and fibre the child consumes to help the child produce “good poos” and to
avoid acidic urine.
Remember: You will need Patience, Consistency and a Positive Attitude.
Some more helpful hints:
Clean up using tepid water (prevents rewarding the behaviour)
Ensure everyone involved is giving the same messages
Give yourself a Toilet Training Holiday if things are going backwards
Summary provided by Maryanne Pease
Early Bird Autumn Edition – March 2012
Toileting Resources recommended by Irmina …
Irmina introduced the reprinted resource: One Step at a Time (booklet and CD). This is produced by
the Victorian Continence Resource Centre Ph: (03) 9816 8266. She also showed the DVD Tom’s Toilet
Triumph (available for purchase from www.shop.service.sa.gov.au ).
ECA Members are able to borrow a copy of Tom’s Toileting Triumph by contacting SHOUT office on
Ph: 6290 1984
APRIL is Autism Awareness month
April is Autism Awareness Month, commencing with World Autism Day on April 2nd. Autism
organisations around the world will be celebrating with a range of special events and fundraisers. The
evening of the 1st April will see a number of iconic Australian buildings join with buildings around the
world in the international Go Blue campaign. This is a great opportunity to get involved in helping
raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Asperger and Autism ACT (AAACT) have a number of special events planned. To get involved and find
out what’s on visit their website: http://www.autismaspergeract.com.au/
For those looking for App information:
Apps for Autism is a new book put together by Speech Pathologist Lois Jean Brady. Sells for approx. $35 and contains information on over 200 apps.
A new computer-based interactive
resource, called Nurturing Children with
Autism, was recently launched by Autism
Victoria (now trading as Amaze) and
Playgroups Australia. For more
information visit:
http://www.amaze.org.au
Early Bird Autumn Edition – March 2012 Bits & Pieces …
Noah’s Ark
Communication and Social Awareness Playgroups
CASA playgroups are designed for children 2 years of age who have
or are at risk of having severe communication and social difficulties.
For further information please contact Juanita Moore at Noah’s Ark
Family and Community Centre.
Ph: 62871117 Email: [email protected]
ACT Playgroups
PlayConnect Playgroups for Children with Autism or Autism like
symptoms
Where:
Therapy ACT, Holder, Tuesdays 10.00am – 12.00midday
Giralang AIU, Wednesdays 9.30am – 11.30am
Tuggeranong Child and Family Centre, Fridays 11.00am – 1.00pm
Cook Community Hub, Saturdays 1.00pm – 3.00pm
Contact: ACT Playgroup Association on 1800 171 882
ACT Playgroups
FREE Facilitated Playgroups for Children with a Chronic Illness,
Delay or Disability
Parents and Carers can: Connect with other available community
support services. Socialise, share ideas and experiences with others
who understand the rewards and challenges of caring for a child
with complex needs or chronic medical condition. HAVE FUN.
Children can: Engage in educationally based play activities suited to
their individual needs in a safe secure environment. Make new
friends, discover new things and have new experiences. Interact
with their parents/carers, other children and adults. HAVE FUN.
Contact: ACT Playgroup Association on 1800 171 882
Early Bird Autumn Edition – March 2012
ACT AND NSW SURROUNDS PRIVATE SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS – INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC –JANUARY 2012
This list will be updated 3-6 monthly. If you are a speech pathologist working in ACT/NSW surrounds who is not listed here & would like to be, please ph. 6278 3072. The national
peak body for the speech pathology profession in Australia is www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au
Name Location Name and Nature of Practice Work Hrs Contact Details
Rachael
Ashmore
Deakin
Brindabella Hearing Centre: general practice: adult/paediatric speech, language,
fluency, voice, swallowing, auditory processing, literacy, ASD, learning difficulties.
Full
Time
6281 2311
Nina
Bell
Rivett General practice for children and adults, including speech, language, some literacy.
Special interest in adult communication and swallowing disorders.
Part
Time
6231 1841
Sarah
Cording
Deakin
Brindabella Hearing & Speech Centre: general practice: paediatric population children
0–18 years (speech, language, social, literacy/learning difficulties, fluency, ASD).
Full
Time
6281 2311
Georgina
Hoch
Nursing
homes
Nursing home contracts. Special interest in Aged and Palliative Care.
Part
Time
6288 2739
Larissa
Hollier
Home/school
visits
Buzz Speech Pathology: Mobile service for children aged 0 - 12 years. General
practice including speech, language, literacy, auditory processing and fluency.
Full
Time
0402 704 199
Renny
Horsburgh
Calwell General practice: speech, language, literacy, special needs. Mainly children, some
adults who have intellectual disability. Special interest in speech motor planning.
Mon–
Thu
6292 6226
Karen
Ip
Hawker General practice for children 0 - 6 years. Special interest in early communication, The
Hanen Programs® – It Takes Two to Talk
®, More Than Words
®.
Full
Time
6278 3287
Margaret
Jacobs
Phillip Voice difficulties in adolescents and adults, including chronic cough. Special interest in
singers.
Part
Time
0409 784 408
Claire
Jamnik
Ainslie Canberra Speech Therapy: Home visit service for children and adults who stutter. Saturdays [email protected]
Early Bird Autumn Edition – March 2012
Lyndal
Le Bas
Weetangera
Rhyme & Reason Speech Pathology: children with autism spectrum disorders up to 7
years of age at the first appointment. Trained in More Than Words®
and TalkAbility™.
Tue to Thu
Term Time
6278 3072
Nicole
Lobsey
Yass Paediatrics. General practice including speech, language, stuttering, hearing
impairment, literacy (special interest in early literacy), autism, learning.
Part
Time
6226 9316
Eleanor
McMillan
Narrabundah Paediatrics. Special interest in fluency, speech, language, literacy and learning. Part
Time
0423 948 864
Christine
McNeill
Weston Creek General practice. Mainly children 3 years old and over. Special interest in literacy. Part
Time
6288 0725
Sharon
Moore
Jerrabomberra
Kingston
Wellspoken Speech and Voice Matters:
Voice, articulation, oral myology and fluency disorders. All ages.
Part Time 6299 8859/0466 501248
Rita
Sutherland
Banks/School
Visits
Sapphire Speech Pathology Services: General adult and paediatric speech and
language. Special interest in school-age literacy (including essay-writing up to Yr 12).
Part
Time
0466 301 709
Margaret
Tong
Aranda
Special interest in literacy and auditory processing (incl. dyslexia). Also, tongue thrust
problems and accent reduction for adults.
Tue &
Wed
6161 9794 or 0458 484 707
Lucinda
Turland
Rivett Paediatric – speech and language for 3 to 12 year olds. Part
Time
6287 5651 or 0411 092 313
Chris
Wills
Hackett General practice. Special interest in developmental disability (children and adults). Tue, Wed,
Fri, Sat
6247 4217 or 0414 867 739
Judanne
Young
Duffy This practice is currently closed
Early Bird Autumn Edition – March 2012
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