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This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/globaldevelopmen/public_html/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6114[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Coming Soon” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1667451184843{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”35px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667207631157{margin-bottom: 32px !important;}”]Parents and families benefit from having a group of people around them who care for and support them. This support is often called social support. These people may include family members, friends, other parents of children with delays, or other community members. There is no set amount of \u2018recommended social support\u2019 but rather what is important is how satisfied you are with the social support you receive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Social support includes (Dunst & Trivette, 1988):<\/span><\/p>\n The quality of social support is a strong predictor of parent-related stress. So, if you don\u2019t already have a group of people who support you and your child, developing these connections can be an important step to improving your parenting well-being.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1667451191493{margin-top: 60px !important;padding-top: 25px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;background-color: #2e3192 !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1666836438838{padding-top: 10px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”All parents face the challenge of understanding what their children need and how to support their development. But this challenge can be even more acute when your child has global developmental delay.” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:28px|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” google_fonts=”font_family:Montserrat%3Aregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1667451199392{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Step 1. Identify your current situation” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:22px|text_align:left|color:%23ef8b28″ google_fonts=”font_family:Montserrat%3Aregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text]It can be helpful to think about whether you are satisfied with the amount and quality of social support you have available and if this is an area you might like to improve. Take this survey developed by Dunst and Trivette (1988) to help you understand the quality of your current social supports.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Please select the response that best describes your needs. Please answer all the questions. Evaluation Coming Soon<\/span><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Based on your responses, this is how you rated your need for support in these different areas:<\/p>\n Evaluation Coming Soon<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n If you feel distressed thinking and reading about this topic, talk to your GP or health professional. You can also call Lifeline on 131 114.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1667451208111{margin-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #f9f9f9 !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Step 2. Identify your ideal situation, or your goal” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:22px|text_align:left|color:%23ef8b28″ google_fonts=”font_family:Montserrat%3Aregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text]Your responses to the questions above can help you to identify where you might need more social support.<\/p>\n What were the areas that you rated as needing this social support \u2018quite often\u2019, \u2018often\u2019, or \u2018sometimes\u2019?<\/p>\n Evaluation Coming Soon<\/span><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1667451215592{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Step 3. Identify one small action you could take to help reach your goal” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:22px|text_align:left|color:%23ef8b28″ google_fonts=”font_family:Montserrat%3Aregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text]In this step you will be asked to<\/span> plan<\/span><\/i> to conduct one small action you could take to achieve this goal. To help decide what this action will involve, here are some tips to improve your access to social support in your role as a parent.<\/span><\/p>\n One of the most helpful sources of information and support comes from other parents who have had similar experiences. Here, we list websites that may be helpful in connecting you with other parents and carers who have a child with a delay.<\/span><\/p>\n www.mytime.net.au<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n MyTime groups are for parents, carers or grandparents of children with disability or chronic medical conditions. The groups meet to socialise, discuss and learn more about the services and supports in their area. The groups are facilitated by professionals with disability and parenting expertise.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.peerconnect.org.au<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Peer Connect helps you <\/span>join a network that’s close to where you live, one with people who live with similar disability, one with people who share a specific interest or identity, or a network that only meets on the internet.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/kindred.org.au\/peer-connect\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Kindred Connect provides a session with a Peer Support Specialist (with lived experience) to help you connect with other parents, and connect with information and supports. Currently this service is only available in New South Wales.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.kindship.com.au\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n A free app in the app store, Kindship is a social networking app for parents raising children with disabilities, delays, and neurodiversity to connect.<\/span><\/p>\n While the websites and apps above specialise in connecting parents of children with delays, it is important to remember that your child is a child first and your family and child will have a lot in common with children without delays. Many parenting experiences and questions are the same regardless of whether a child has a delay. Therefore, reach out to other parenting groups in the community such as playgroups <\/span>https:\/\/playgroupaustralia.org.au\/our-state-organisations\/<\/span><\/a> ,<\/span>or through your local community directory. Also visit: Playgroups<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n If you would like more information and support about building social connections, visit <\/span>https:\/\/skills.carergateway.gov.au\/<\/span><\/a> and check out Carer Skills 5: Social Connection<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n The idea of walking into a room full of new people can be daunting. This is especially the case for parents of young children who may have spent a lot of time in their caring role at home. So, it is very common to feel nervous or uncomfortable, or question if you have the right social skills or confidence to achieve this. It might be helpful to:<\/span><\/p>\n Connecting with other parents can provide a great source of emotional support. Families also need practical and financial support. This might include having someone help to take care of children or funds to pay for services you need. Here, we list websites that may help you access these supports.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.carergateway.gov.au<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n This Australian Government website has information about services and support for carers including respite care and government financial support.<\/span><\/p>\n\n
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