Calm and Connected

09/04/2026

Shoutout to one of our amazing dads who has launched a coaching space for fathers of neurodivergent and gender diverse kids 💛

If this feels like something that could support you or your family, you might like to check it out here: https://coachingforlife.com.au/

Mark Linney helps fathers lead with compassion, confidence, and clarity while raising neurodivergent or gender-diverse children. Book a free discovery call today.

07/04/2026

Applications for our most popular therapy camp are now open!

https://calmandconnected.com.au/therapy-intensive-application/

04/04/2026

Happy Easter from our team to you! 🐣

We are wishing you a weekend of connection, calm moments, and a little bit of fun along the way 🌼

Swipe for some quick tips for a Happy Easter 💛

02/04/2026

Today we say goodbye to our lovely students Kasey and Gaby who have officially finished their placements with us in the East Kimberley 🤍 So much growth, laughter, and memories along the way. Feeling grateful to have been part of their OT journey, and who knows, maybe our paths will cross again down the track... 👣 ✨

02/04/2026

💙 April is Autism Month. This month is about more than awareness, it’s about understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for Autistic individuals of all ages.

🌟 We celebrate neurodiversity, highlight strengths, and advocate for supportive communities where everyone can thrive.

Some of the ways we bring neurodiversity to life include:
- Sensory-friendly spaces which include thoughtfully designed environments with flexible seating and adjustable lighting.
- Accommodating different routines of clients and employee's, and flexible work schedules.
- Checklists, written instructions, and visual aids to help with organisation and communication.
- Supporting clients and employee's to identify and request the adjustments they need.
- Recognising that one size doesn’t fit all, and adapting approaches to each person’s unique style.

31/03/2026

The Perth HQ revamp is well underway, and it’s all starting to come together! We’re so excited watching the space transform into something even more warm, calm, and supportive for our clients and families 🤍

26/03/2026

It’s Purple Day 💜

Today we raise awareness for people living with epilepsy and recognise the importance of understanding, inclusion, and support.

Small things make a big difference:
• Learn seizure first aid
• Talk openly about epilepsy
• Challenge stigma when you see it

Together we can create safer, more supportive communities. 💜

25/03/2026

🌿 OT Evie was recently invited to tour Alta-1 Kimberley College, and it was so great to see the space and approach firsthand.

Alta-1 Kimberley College supports young women in Years 7–12 with a trauma-informed approach, strong wellbeing focus, and daily one-on-one support. The environment felt calm, safe, and genuinely supportive - a great option for girls who may benefit from a smaller setting, extra guidance, or a more personalised approach to learning.

If you’re supporting a young person who might need something different, this could be a really valuable option to consider for families and the wider East Kimberley community. For more information, the Alta-1 Kimberley College team are always happy to yarn and answer any questions on 📞 9166 9009

Photos by Timbee Photography

23/03/2026

💪 Did you know that Rach is now available for OT North of the River?

✍ Fill out our intake form for NoR services here: https://www.echidnaonline.com.au/response/client_referral.cfm?uuid=29AFF01C-4201-C0A8-7B3259CCEAE7DEF0

Make an enquiry about our OT services. Phone: 0430645086. Email: contact@calmandconnected.com.au.

21/03/2026

🩵

20/03/2026

Happy International Day of Happiness 🌼 Join our East Kimberley crew as they share their happy moments from work & life 💛

17/03/2026

🧠 This Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we’re celebrating the many different ways brains work.

Neurodiversity reminds us that differences in thinking, learning, sensory processing, and communication are a natural part of human diversity.

How can we foster and value all brains?
• Listen to lived experiences
• Celebrate strengths, not just differences
• Create environments that are flexible and inclusive
• Challenge the idea that there is only one way to learn or think

🌱 Different brains make our communities stronger.