Connected Kids

Connected Kids We are a paediatric Allied Health clinic servicing the Ballarat region. Call us today to discuss how we can best support your child & family!

The school year is almost here, and weโ€™re ready to help your child start strong and feel confident! Here are some tips t...
27/01/2025

The school year is almost here, and weโ€™re ready to help your child start strong and feel confident! Here are some tips to make the back-to-school transition as smooth as possible:

๐Ÿงฉ Establish Routines โ€“ Begin adjusting bed and wake-up times to avoid the morning scramble. A consistent routine will help everyone start the day off right!
๐Ÿงฉ Organization Skills โ€“ Lay out uniforms, pack bags, and prepare lunches the night before. This will make the morning less stressful and give you time to address any last-minute worries without rushing.
๐Ÿงฉ Practice the Routine โ€“ A few days before school starts, mimic the morning routine: waking up early, getting dressed, eating breakfast, and maybe even practicing the school commute. This shows your child what to expect and allows you to smooth out any potential bumps in your plan.
๐Ÿงฉ Positive Mindset โ€“ Remind your child that school is an exciting adventure, and itโ€™s okay to ask for help whenever they need it. Keep the focus on the fun and growth the new school year will bring!
๐Ÿงฉ Address First Week Nerves โ€“ Itโ€™s normal for kids to feel nervous at the start of the year. Encourage open conversations about their worries, and share your own experiences of overcoming first-day jitters. Talk about all the fun things school has to offer this year!
๐Ÿงฉ Kick-off with a Celebration โ€“ Start the school year on a positive note with a small celebrationโ€”a special breakfast, a family outing, or a fun back-to-school tradition. This will build excitement and set a positive tone for the year ahead.
๐Ÿงฉ Review School Materials Together โ€“ For older kids, going over class schedules, school maps, and what each subject involves can help ease any first-day anxiety and give them a clear sense of whatโ€™s coming up.

Weโ€™re here to support you and your family every step of the way to ensure a successful school year! Letโ€™s make it the best one yet!

25/05/2024
Our wonderful friends over at Uplift Therapy are hosting this over the coming weeks for the Ballarat area. A wonderful a...
10/04/2024

Our wonderful friends over at Uplift Therapy are hosting this over the coming weeks for the Ballarat area. A wonderful addition to our community in supporting parents & caregivers and creating connections.

Follow the links or get in touch with them for more info!

Introducing the Envisage Families Program!

Are you navigating the journey of raising a child with developmental concerns or disabilities? We're thrilled to announce that the Envisage Families Program is now available in Ballarat, tailored specifically for families like yours.

โœ… No Cost to You: This program is funded from Department of Social Services, there's absolutely no cost or need to dip into your child's NDIS funding. We're here to support you without any financial burden.

๐Ÿ” Evidence-Based & Co-Created: Our program blends research-backed strategies with real-life experiences, co-created by families, for families. We believe in the power of shared knowledge and experiences to guide you on your journey.

๐ŸŒฟ Holistic Approach: We take a holistic approach, empowering families and caregivers with a deeper understanding of their circumstances and options. You'll feel equipped to make informed decisions and embrace self-determination.

๐Ÿค Safe & Supportive Workshops: Led by both a parent and a service provider, our workshops provide a safe space for vulnerable discussions. Connect with others who understand and share your journey, fostering a supportive community.

Don't navigate this journey alone. Join us at the Envisage Families Program and embark on a path of empowerment and understanding.

Hosted by Uplift Therapy in Ballarat over the weeks starting on Monday 22nd April - 6 May 2024. 10:00am - 1:30pm.

Contact us today to learn more and reserve your spot or register online
https://redcap.acu.edu.au/surveys/?s=AARYYNXCTXETKRJM&workshop_id=KID_VIC_220424_F3_352

Service Partners: Kids+ & Association for Children with a Disability (ACD Vic)

Anddd, weโ€™re back! ๐ŸŽ ๐Ÿ“• โœ๏ธ ๐Ÿ› That happened quick (well for us it did!) Sending all our positive vibes to everyone heading...
29/01/2024

Anddd, weโ€™re back! ๐ŸŽ ๐Ÿ“• โœ๏ธ ๐Ÿ›
That happened quick (well for us it did!)

Sending all our positive vibes to everyone heading back to school this week. An extra special shoutout to our littlest friends, who might be heading off to school for the very first time ๐Ÿฉต

Some extra apprehension around this time is normal and that may or may not spike some challenging behaviour. Create some routine early in the piece, provide reassurance as necessary and reach out if you need anything from us!

This โฌ‡๏ธ from Perth Children's Occupational Therapy is ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ
19/12/2023

This โฌ‡๏ธ from Perth Children's Occupational Therapy is ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

Bring on the weekend ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ
28/11/2023

Bring on the weekend ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

Mitch Freedman Racing are proud to sponsor Hot Temple Ride For Bella 12 hour Rideathon!

Mitch, Jenna & Alex will be partnered with Connected Kids to raise money for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

โœจ Donate to our team here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://ride-4-bella-2023.raisely.com/t/connectedkids

Recruiting open for an Occupational Therapist to join our amazing team, follow the link for more information ๐Ÿฉต
13/11/2023

Recruiting open for an Occupational Therapist to join our amazing team, follow the link for more information ๐Ÿฉต

The opportunity to change children's lives and make a real difference. Professional development and attractive package offered.

31/10/2023
| T H R E E | 3๏ธโƒฃ Happy birthday, to us ๐ŸŽˆ Today marks three years since Connected Kids opened the doors to service child...
25/10/2023

| T H R E E | 3๏ธโƒฃ

Happy birthday, to us ๐ŸŽˆ

Today marks three years since Connected Kids opened the doors to service children and families in the Ballarat region. To say its been a whirlwind would be an understatement, but I wouldn't have it any other way.

We've grown, developed and learnt a lot in that time. And we're constantly challenging ourselves to keep providing you with high quality services. Thank-you all for allowing us to be on the journey with you and for the trust you place in us to care for your child.

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Thatโ€™s right, weโ€™re re-opening the waitlists for both Speech and OT! ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐ŸผPlease complete an online submission form via...
09/10/2023

Thatโ€™s right, weโ€™re re-opening the waitlists for both Speech and OT! ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

Please complete an online submission form via our website and our wonderful admin staff will be in touch with you by phone to discuss further.

Wait times will still be at least 3 - 6 months for both services, but weโ€™re so pleased to be moving through the current lists to be able to reopen this side of Christmas!

18/09/2023

Chiropractor, physiotherapist, myotherapist

Phonological & Phonemic Awareness โ€ข What is it?Phonological awareness is the understanding of sounds. It is the ability ...
02/05/2023

Phonological & Phonemic Awareness

โ€ข What is it?
Phonological awareness is the understanding of sounds. It is the ability to recognise and change the different parts of spoken words and sentences.

Phonemic awareness is a part of phonological awareness. It is the ability to notice, think and move around the individual speech sounds within words.

Phonological awareness involves a range of skills, such as phonemic awareness, that are key to reading and spelling success.

โ€ข How can you practice phonological awareness at home?
- clap/counting syllables in words
- talk about words that have the same sounds such as "bat, beat, bit, beam" etc.
- discuss and brainstorm rhyming words

Address

706 Sturt Street
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+61427848587

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