Xavier Children's Support Network

27/05/2026

A great day out for Joel and Riley 🌞

The pair headed to South Bank after catching the train from Xavier Place together. Joel was out and about with his Support Worker and Riley was staying with us at Xavier Place, so they teamed up for the adventure.

We love seeing friendships grow, confidence build and our young people enjoying everything our beautiful city has to offer 💙

25/05/2026

💡Small changes can make a big difference.

We’re pleased to share this free online forum from Queenslanders with Disability Network (QDN), supporting people with disability to better understand minor home modifications in private rentals and how practical changes can support greater independence, safety and dignity.

🗓 Fri, 29 May
🕤 9:30am – 10:30am AEST

Participants will hear practical examples, learn how to ask for home modifications, explore helpful resources and hear from others with lived experience.

Please share with your community 💜

Find out more and register:

Learn your rights as a renter with disability. Join QDN’s Small Changes, Big Difference forum to explore home modifications & lived experience insights.

22/05/2026

Anyone feeling the chill today?

We’re getting ready for cosy winter days❄️🧶

A huge thank you to our wonderful supporter Yvonne, who has lovingly handmade these beautiful blankets for guests at Xavier Place.

Each blanket is being sent home with a little note, wishing our children and young people warmth, comfort and cosy winter days ahead 💙

20/05/2026

🍔 Support Xavier at Grill’d Fairfield Gardens this May 💛

Hayley recently stopped by Grill'd Fairfield Gardens, with her Support Worker Megan, and popped her token in the Xavier Local Matters jar.

If you’re visiting Grill’d Fairfield Gardens this May, we’d love your support. Every token helps make a difference for the children and young people we support.

Don’t forget to snap a pic of your token drop and tag us so we can share the love 📸✨

19/05/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating those who bring so much kindness, connection and joy to our community 💙

At Xavier Place, Matthew, a student at the The University of Queensland, spends time with our guests and has become a great companion of young men Joel and Oscar.

We’re also so grateful for Brad from the Delta Therapy team, owner of much-loved Chester 🐾 Together they brought comfort, calm and happiness to so many young people at Xavier Place, creating memories that continue to mean a lot to our community.

Thank you to all our volunteers for the difference you make every day.

14/05/2026

At Xavier Place, we know that keeping regular routines in place helps children and young people feel comfortable, confident and supported during their stay with us 💜

Alongside the fun, outings and activities, our team also makes sure the everyday routines continue too. During a recent stay, Registered Nurse Gurpreet helped Cailin get ready for school, while Charlie stepped in to braid her hair.

We grabbed a quick photo before Cailin headed off to school 😊

13/05/2026

🌞 Starting the day, your way

Morning routines can be tricky for lots of young children including those with developmental delay. The good news is that but structure can help! 💛

👀Break tasks into small, visual steps
🏃Include movement or play before starting focused tasks
💡Guide one step at a time, letting your child do as much as they can independently

As Queensland’s peak body for children with developmental delay, we help families navigate the support available and integrate support into daily routines.

If you’d like further information, reach out to: developmentaldelay@xavier.org.au 🌟

Xavier in partnership with the Queensland Department of Child Safety, Disability Services and Seniors, is proudly the peak body service for children with developmental delay in Queensland. We have established this service to assist Queenslanders who experience developmental delay and their service p...

09/05/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day

Today, we celebrate the mums, grandmothers, carers and mother figures who give so much of themselves every day.

Your impact is felt in countless ways through the quiet moments that matter most, your strength, patience, care, advocacy and love.

We also acknowledge those carrying grief or loss this Mother’s Day and hold them in our thoughts with care.

From all of us at Xavier, we wish you a meaningful Mother’s Day. 💙

08/05/2026

Happy 100th Birthday, Sir David Attenborough 🌿🎉

Today at Xavier Place, we celebrated this remarkable milestone by spending the day watching documentaries and reflecting on the extraordinary impact Sir David’s work has had around the world.

Through his voice, curiosity and compassion, generations have been inspired to look more closely, care more deeply and protect the beauty of our planet.

Thank you, Sir David, for bringing the wonders of nature into our homes and hearts for so many years. Your work continues to spark joy, connection and conversation here at Xavier Place.

With gratitude and best wishes from all of us at Xavier 💚

07/05/2026

🌈Creativity in Motion ✨

Riley joined Art Therapist Charlie to create a new chalk art collaboration at Xavier Place. Together, they cleaned away the old chalk to make space for something new.

Riley used big, flowing movements to build colour and shape across the wall. Using beautiful manners, eye contact and plenty of smiles, the bright, shared artwork came to life.

Learn more about Xavier Place or explore a stay for your child or young person 👇

https://xavier.org.au/service/short-term-accommodation/