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Now & Next Program

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Now & Next Program

Now & Next is an innovative, award-winning program for parents, family members, and carers of children with concerns about their child’s development.

N&N helps you develop skills to achieve positive outcomes for your child, your family & yourself Life can be overwhelming for parents or carers if their children don’t develop or behave in the same way as other children. Parents often wonder if there is something more they could be doing to help. Now & Next™ is an 8-session interactive program that can help you to make a positive difference for your child. We know that parents and carers make the biggest difference in their child’s life. Not by doing more, but by achieving more with less effort. Your valuable time will be well spent because we measure the outcomes and it works.

-94% of parents said: ‘Our child is learning new skills’
-95% of parents said: ‘Our child has positive family relationships’
-91% of parents said: ‘Our child is making choices and communicating’
(*Parents who have completed the Now and Next program reported on the achievements of their child outcomes at the end of the program.) Join the program and you will:
• Learn how to achieve more with less effort
• Use your strengths to make small changes that create a big impact for your child
• Learn how to increase the well-being and resilience of your entire family
• Learn strategies that have worked for other families
• Use our practical toolkit to get the best for your child when funding is limited

22/10/2025

✨ We advocate for our children at school or in the community, but how do we encourage them to understand and communicate their own needs?

Reframing Autism founder Dr Melanie Heyworth has some advice on self-advocacy, taken from the 2018 Now & Next Alumni Conference.

❤️ Children feel safe and supported when we listen to their opinions and ensure that their rights are upheld.

Giving children choices is something we discuss in Now & Next. Thanks to all the parents and carers who registered for our October groups. Couldn't make it this time? Follow us to learn about upcoming groups and other news!

20/10/2025

Are you concerned about your child's development and looking for support? See how Now & Next gave Jess evidence-based strategies to achieve positive outcomes without NDIS funding 🌱

✨ Now & Next groups are free for families in Australia. Registrations close soon, don't miss out!

Learn to do more with less effort:
👉 https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

15/10/2025

✨ Pictability is one of the evidence-based resources we share with families at Now & Next to plan and set goals. We designed the activity like a game to be fun and intuitive. The Pictability kit is valued over $100; it is yours to keep and continue using in the future as your child and family's goals change.

⭐️ Free October Now & Next group registrations end Sunday! ⭐️ Valued at $1,232, we’re proud to be sponsoring this program again to support families in Australia with and without NDIS funding. Learn more and enrol:
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

13/10/2025

🗓 Our October groups are starting soon! So, what's it like doing Now & Next? Over eight sessions, we will explore strengths and strategies for your child and family to thrive.

Now & Next facilitators are parents or carers raising a child with developmental delay or disability who are trained to support families. We have a wealth of information to share and look forward to seeing you soon!

⭐️ Learn more and register for Now & Next, free for all families in Australia:
https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

10/10/2025

Extraordinary things can happen when families connect. We had a wonderful reminder of just how powerful community can be at our 10-year anniversary celebration. We heard story after story from graduates that spoke of strengths, connection, hope and empowerment. Thank you all for sharing your wonderful insights!

️Term 4 Now & Next groups are free for all families in Australia ⭐️ Valued at $1,232, we’re proud to be sponsoring this program again to support families with and without NDIS funding.

We’re dedicated to building the capability of parents and carers, because stronger families lead to better outcomes for children. We’re looking forward to sharing our resources with you! Learn more and register:
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

08/10/2025

✨ Now & Next is an empowering evidence-based program supporting families of children with disability or developmental concerns. It provides strategies and resources for positive outcomes and is run by trained parent peer workers raising a neurodivergent child.

🎉 Learn how to achieve more with less effort in our October groups. Free for all families living in Australia:
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

01/10/2025

Extraordinary things can happen when families connect. We had a wonderful reminder of just how powerful community can be at our 10-year anniversary celebration. We heard story after story from graduates that spoke of strengths, connection, hope and empowerment. Thank you all for sharing your wonderful insights!

⭐️ October Now & Next groups are free for all families in Australia ⭐️ Valued at $1,232, we’re proud to be sponsoring this program again to support families with and without NDIS funding.

We’re dedicated to building the capability of parents and carers, because stronger families lead to better outcomes for children. We’re looking forward to sharing our resources with you! Learn more and register:

👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

29/09/2025

At Now & Next, we recognise that parents and carers are the experts of their child. No one knows your child's story, strengths and dreams like you do.

Our program is designed and led by parents for parents, because we understand what you are going through and have been there too. Now & Next facilitators are trained to support families with skills and resources to achieve the best outcomes.

🎉 Learn how to achieve more with less effort in our October groups. Free for all families living in Australia:
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

24/09/2025

Parents at Now & Next often ask about strategies for encouraging positive behaviour in children. What are some good practices that you can use? Here’s some tips by an early childhood special educator at Plumtree.

⭐️ October Now & Next groups are free for all families in Australia ⭐️ Valued at $1,232, we're proud to be sponsoring this program again to support families with and without NDIS funding. Learn more and enrol:
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

22/09/2025

🙌 Prepare for your child's next school meeting and encourage them to have a say in planning and support. Now & Next School gives parents practical tools to create a strengths-based Individual Education Plan with educators, while nurturing their child’s independence and decision-making.

✨ You will receive resources and a tailored report for school meetings that ensures your child's strengths and wellbeing are at the centre of planning for positive, meaningful outcomes.

⏰ Registrations close this Wednesday - don't miss out! Fees apply; cost can be claimed through NDIS funding.

👉 Learn more and register:
https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/now-next-school/

17/09/2025

✨ Every family has strengths to discover. When we focus on what our children can do, we open doors to confidence, connection and joy.

By nurturing possibilities and providing opportunities, our children experience the world, learn new skills and achieve meaningful milestones.

🎉 In Now & Next, we pause to celebrate every step, big or small. It's always a pleasure to hear parents who complete the program share how their families are thriving!

⭐️ October Now & Next groups are free for all families in Australia ⭐️ Valued at $1,232, we're proud to be sponsoring this program again to support families with and without NDIS funding. Learn more and enrol:
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

10/09/2025

What a great turnout! It was amazing to see everyone involved with Now & Next together, catching up and celebrating achievements.

Parents shared inspiring stories about what Now & Next has meant for their families. One mum spoke about following her son’s love of music—he will soon perform at the Opera House. Another reflected on how the program was truly co-designed from the start, with parent insights quickly shaping new content that appeared in the next group only days away! Fathers described how the program gave families a sense of empowerment and agency, and fostered stronger partnerships with professionals.

Now & Next has also built strong communities, including a vibrant network of Vietnamese families from Marrickville, our local area. It was wonderful day of reconnecting and sharing a light meal together.

We’re proud of the program’s ripple effect, with graduates going on to establish family-led organisations and gaining skills that led to amazing careers. Thank you all for your hard work and passion for Now & Next!

⭐️ October Now & Next groups are free for all families in Australia ⭐️ Valued at $1,232, we’re proud to be sponsoring this program again to support families with and without NDIS funding.

We’re dedicated to building the capability of parents and carers, because stronger families lead to better outcomes for children. These supports need to be free and accessible, especially at the start of a family’s journey. We’re looking forward to sharing our resources with you! Learn more and register:

👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

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Yabsley Avenue, Jarvie Park
Marrickville, NSW
2204

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	10:30am - 12:30pm

Website

https://plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

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