Kiind Conversations

We’re back in the studio with Teresa and Pauline for an episode that is a bit different from the topics we've covered recently.This time, we’re joined by Clinical Psychologist and former Kiind team member, Lucy Moran, to talk about the grief many parents and carers experience when their child receives a diagnosis of a disability or chronic health condition.Lucy is passionate about supporting people to create positive change. With experience across private practice, government health services, and the disability sector, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation.Alongside Kiind Conversations host, Teresa and Hospital Support Officer, Pauline, Lucy explores how receiving a diagnosis can bring feelings of grief and change for families in different ways.Join Teresa, Pauline, and Lucy as they share practical strategies to support parents and carers on their journey of grief and positive acceptance.  ⚠️ Content Warning:This episode contains discussions of grief and other sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised.If you or someone you know needs support, links and contacts for mental health resources can be found in ⁠⁠Kiind’s Useful Organisations Directory⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to download the episode transcript.⁠⁠ Below, you’ll find helpful links to the topics and tips covered in this episode, listed in the chronological order they were discussed:⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a Kiind Pathway Planning session⁠⁠Kiind Snapshot - Low-cost mental health and counselling supportChelsea PsychologyKiind Snapshot - Looking after youCarer GatewayKiind’s hospital support programMental health treatment plansSocial model of disabilityKiind's Virtual MyTimeParent LinkKiind Families Facebook NetworkEpisode 2: Mastering Medical Literacy with Kiind Peer Navigators⁠⁠Episode 3: Tips for building positive teams with Rachel CallanderTen children's books that embrace disability and inclusion⁠What's on activity and event guideYoung Carers - Carers WASupporting Siblings in a Family of Challenging Behaviours: A Guide by Kiind Become a Kiind member 📌 Find out more:Kiind🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠kiind.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠📧 Contact us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠📱 Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@kiind.au⁠⁠⁠⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you.We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideasfor other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

We’ve teamed up with CliniKids once again for another episode of Kiind Conversations!In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Mei’en Lim, Clinical Lead in Clinical Psychology at CliniKids.Dr Mei’en Lim brings over a decade of experience supporting children and families through her work in hospitals, universities, and private practice. She has presented both locally and internationally, and is passionate about helping families understand and access evidence-based support.Mei’en joins host, Teresa and Peer Navigator, Sharon to explore what 'evidence-based ' actually means, and why it matters when raising a child with disability. They unpack how parents and carers can spot quality supports, use evidence-based strategies in everyday life, and feel more confident in the decisions they make.Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have been navigating it for a while, this episode offers practical advice and expert insight to support you and your family. ⁠⁠⁠Click here to download the episode transcript.⁠⁠ Below, you’ll find helpful links to the topics and tips covered in this episode, listed in the chronological order they were discussed:⁠⁠⁠Book a Kiind Pathway Planning session⁠⁠Google ScholarKiind Families Facebook NetworkCliniKids Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement and Regulation (JASPER) therapyCliniKids⁠ Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT)CliniKids ⁠Secret Agent Society (SAS)Book a CliniKids consultation⁠Kiind’s information and resources⁠Raising Children NetworkCliniKids puts the ‘evidence’ in evidence-based practice systemic review⁠Episode 3: Tips for building positive teams with Rachel Callander 📌 Find out more:Kiind🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠kiind.com.au⁠⁠⁠📧 Contact us: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠📱 Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@kiind.au⁠⁠⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠⁠ CliniKids 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠clinikids.thekids.org.au⁠📧 Contact: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠📱 Facebook: ⁠CliniKidsAustralia⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠clinikidsaustralia⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠CliniKids⁠📽️ YouTube: ⁠CliniKids⁠ 🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you.We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideas for other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

We’re back with a new episode of Kiind Conversations!In this episode, we’re joined by Marie Rodatz, Clinical Leadin Occupational Therapy at CliniKids. With over 20 years of experience supporting children with developmental differences, Marie brings a wealth of knowledge and practical advice for families.Marie sits down with our host Teresa, and Peer NavigatorSharon to answer some of the most common questions parents and carers have when they’re concerned about their child’s development. From recognising early signs of developmental difference to knowing what steps to take next, Marie shares practical tips that support not just your child, but the needs of the whole family.Whether you're just starting to look for answers or arefurther along in your journey, this episode is filled with useful insights, encouragement and support.⁠⁠Click here to download the episode transcript.⁠  Below, you’ll find helpful links to the topics and tipscovered in this episode, listed in the chronological order they were discussed:Bluey episode - Baby RaceGuide to neuro-affirming language⁠⁠Book a Kiind Pathway Planning session⁠⁠Kiind’s information and resourcesRaising Children NetworkChild and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) - What to expect at certain agesEpisode 3: Tips for building positive teams with Rachel CallanderNgalaFinancial supports for parents and carersChronic Disease Management PlanMental Health Care PlanPerth Kids HubFive inclusive playgroups in WAEpisode 1: Preparing for the new school year with Kiind Peer NavigatorsConnect with Parent LinkPaediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT)Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP)Secret Agent Society (SAS)CliniSibs 📌 Find out more: Kiind🌐 Website: ⁠⁠www.kiind.com.au⁠⁠📧 Contact us: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠📱 Facebook: ⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠@kiind.au⁠⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Kiind⁠⁠ CliniKids 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠clinikids.thekids.org.au📧 Contact: ⁠⁠[email protected]📱 Facebook: CliniKidsAustralia📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠clinikidsaustralia💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠CliniKids📽️ YouTube: CliniKids 🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you.We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideasfor other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

We’re back with a brand-new episode of Kiind Conversations, and this one’s extra special as we welcome our very first guest, Rachel Callander!Rachel is an acclaimed speaker, author, and artist who draws on her lived experience to help families, healthcare professionals, and therapy providers build strong, collaborative partnerships.In this episode, Rachel joins Kiind Conversations host, Teresa and Peer Navigator, Sharon to explore the power of positive language and provide tips to help families build strong, supportive relationships with their child’s medical and therapy teams.Along the way, Rachel also shares some heartfelt personal stories and practical tips to help parents and carers advocate for the needs of their whole family. ⚠️ Content Warning:This episode contains discussions of grief, medical distress, and discriminatory language, which may be distressing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.If you or someone you know needs support, links and contacts for mental health resources can be found in ⁠Kiind’s Useful Organisations Directory. ⁠Click here to download the episode transcript.  Below, you'll find helpful links to the topics and tips covered in the episode:⁠Book a Kiind Pathway Planning session⁠Super Power Kids Project⁠Video: Kiind’s Essential Tips for Managing Support & Records for Your Child with DisabilityRachel's Empowering Questions FrameworkWhat's on activity and event guide 📌 Find out more:🌐 Website: ⁠www.kiind.com.au⁠📧 Contact us: ⁠[email protected]⁠📱 Facebook: ⁠Kiind⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠@kiind.au⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠Kiind⁠ 🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you.We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideasfor other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

In this episode of Kiind Conversations, host Teresa sits down with Kiind Peer Navigators, Pauline and Helen to help you build medical literacy and better understand the health system. From preparing for appointments to advocating for your child’s care, this discussion is packed with valuable insights to support you along your journey. Click here to download the episode transcript. Below, you'll find helpful links to the topics and tips covered in the episode:Kiind’s Hospital Support Program Book a Kiind Pathway Planning sessionVideo: Kiind’s Essential Tips for Managing Support & Records for Your Child with Disability Kiind’s Emergency Care PlanKiind’s Useful Organisations DirectoryMagic Coat AppHealth Consumers CouncilAishwarya’s CARE CallCare OpinionChild and Family Liaison Service at PCHPCH Social StoriesInterpreter services at PCH 📌 Find out more:🌐 Website: www.kiind.com.au📧 Contact us: [email protected]📱 Facebook: Kiind📸 Instagram: @kiind.au💼 LinkedIn: Kiind ⚠️ Important Notice:Under the Surveillance Devices Act 2004 and the Health Services Act 2016 (WA), patients, carers, relatives, contractors, and visitors must not use cameras, mobile phones, video recorders, or any other image-capturing devices on WA health premises without prior approval and the consent of all identifiable individuals.🎧 Thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode of Kiind Conversations! We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more valuable discussions with you.We invite you to share your thoughts on our episode or ideas for other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!

Host Teresa and fellow Peer Navigators, Pauline and Sharon are here to help parents and carers raising children with disability prepare for the new school year. Join the conversation and gain tips on adjusting your child to new routines, building relationships with the school, and speaking up if you’re having an issue. Click here to download the podcast transcript.  You can find supporting information and resources discussed in this episode below.   Pathway Planning sessions with a Kiind Peer Navigator Kiind About Me Student Profile Your guide to Individualised Education Plans 12 ways to build a relationship with your child’s school Helping your child with disability thrive in early schooling What can homeschooling look like for children with disability? Kiind Emergency Care Plan Learning to be your child’s best advocate Find an advocate Get in touch with Kiind We’re striving to make Kiind Conversations a valuable source of information for all parents and carers raising children with disability in WA. We invite you to share your thoughts on our first episode or ideas for other topics you would like us to cover by leaving some comments!