Engaging Fathers Forum
Wednesday 2nd May
10am - 4.30pm

Sutherland United Services Club, 7 East Parade, Sutherland
Cost: $20

Parking available. Close to public transport.

The aim of this forum is to explore father-inclusive practice for practitioners working with children, young people and families to encourage and support fathers in parenting, enabling better developmental outcomes for children and young people.

Keynote presentation -  Dr Richard Fletcher, Fathers and Families Research Program, Family Action Centre, The University of Newcastle

Followed by an interactive panel discussion and theory to practice workshop.

Panel members include John Gilbert, Baby Shed program, South East Neighbourhood Centre, Eastlakes; Lucrecia Oliva, Fathers' Support Program, Uniting Care Burnside, Cabramatta, and Maria Hole, St George Domestic Violence Service.

Opening address - Rosemary Fitzgerald, Director Child Wellbeing, NSW Health.

Further information and registration form attached.

Attendance at this forum is by registration only. Please complete the registration form and return before Tuesday 24th April to Nicole.Fairley@SESIAHS.HEALTH.NSW.GOV.AU.

Places are available to practitioners working throughout the Coastal Sydney region

Looking forward to seeing you there.

On behalf of the Forum Working Group

Kind regards,
Nicole Fairley
Sutherland Child and Family Interagency Facilitator
Caringbah Community Health Centre
430 The Kingsway Caringbah NSW 2229
P: 9522 1000 F: 9522 1080M: 0466 436 356
Mon & Wed

Come and Play at Sydney Children's Hospital Randwick                                                                       

We'd love to meet you and your child (or children) aged 18 months - 5 years old, show you our hospital, and have you meet and play with a small group of medical students.                                                                                                                  

Why help us?                                                                                                                                       

There are some things you just can't learn from a book.                                                                      

Hopefully your child will never have to go to hospital, but even healthy kids need to see doctors occasionally. We want the next generation of       
doctors to have great skills with children. Teaching them how to interact and play with healthy kids is a really important way to do that.           

What are the benefits for my child?                                                                                                      

* See inside a Children's Hospital without the stress of being sick                                                       
* Have fun meeting future doctors and current staff                                                                            
* Start a conversation with your child about health and wellbeing                                                        
* Receive a gift bag and certificate to thank them for their time                                                           
* At the end of the hour, visit our famous Fairy Garden!                                                                      

We also provide FREE PARKING and a small gift for you to thank you for your time.                             

When are the sessions?                                                                                                                        

Each session goes for one hour, and start at 1:30pm and 3:30pm each day on May 21-24 and 28-31 (Monday - Thursday).                                  

We need a couple of people in each time slot, so why not organise to come with a friend?                  

If you'd like more information please visit our website at http://www.sch.edu.au/events/?e=397&t=0                                                   

Warm Regards,                                                                                                                                    

Chris Elliot                                                                                                                                         
Paediatric Advanced Trainee, Sydney Children's Hospital                                                                     
Associate Lecturer, University of New South Wales                                                                               
email: elliot.chris@gmail.com                                                                                                              

COOL, CALM AND COLLECTED?

WORKSHOP FOR PARENTS/CARERS 

‘Managing Behaviours’ (2-6yrs)   
Wednesday 2nd May 2012

10am – 12midday
SPEAKER: JANET HARRIS

Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) Facilitator and Clinical Nurse Specialist, Sydney Children’s Hospital
VENUE: Parish Room, St Jude’s Church

106 Avoca St Randwick

(off street parking from Frances St)
COST: $5

RSVP: Janet Harris 9382 0928 or

Amanda Wharton 9399 5989
We are unable to accommodate children

Hello!

This is to let you know that there will be a FREE Workshop for fathers, mothers and other carers of children aged 0-8 is coming up next term - 11th May. I would appreciate it if you would let the families and services you work with know about it. 

The Workshop will give parents and carers an introduction to the Parenting by Connection approach to handling short separations from their children. Participants will learn practical ways to turn parting into a positive experience that builds a child's confidence and joy in life.  They will gain an understanding of why children get upset about separations, and how to prepare for and handle those times, and how to get support for themselves. 

As a service provider and supporter of families, you would also be welcome to attend also. It will give you a deeper understanding of our work with children and families.  We are also available to provide courses and would be happy to talk with you about how we can structure something to suit the needs of your families. Please do feel free to contact us. 

***Book early as places are limited***

What:                      “Mummy/Daddy has to go now” - Helping children when you have to leave them for short times.

When:                     Friday 11th May 2012,  9.15–11.30 a.m.

Where:                    School Community Centre, Lakemba Public (Primary) School, Alice Street South, Wiley Park 2195.

Childcare:                Free – you must book

Who:                       For fathers, mothers, carers & other adults who spend time with children from birth to 8 years.

Register:                 Click here to register & book for childcare.

Contact:                  Madeleine Scott 0403 779955, or romad@ihug.com.au

Cost:                        Free.

I have attached posters with more details for your information.

Our work is based on the work of Patty Wipfler and Hand in Hand Parenting.  If you want to learn more, visithttp://www.handinhandparenting.org/ .

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Madeleine Scott

Listening to Children Through Play –

Understanding Children’s Emotions

PO Box 437, Lakemba, NSW 2195

Mob 0403 779955

Email: romad@ihug.com.au

ABN: 82 296 287 398

Brighter Futures is a voluntary program for families facing challenges.  SDN Brighter Futures can help support families through the challenges and builds strong relationships within the family unit.
Services provided:

·        Support and services that respect families wishes

·        Parenting programs

·        Home visits

·        Supported play groups