Kids Are Kids in Bateman, Western Australia | Community organisation

Kids Are Kids

Locality: Bateman, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9313 6566

Address: 26 Parry Avenue 6150 Bateman, WA, Australia

Website: http://kidsarekids.org.au

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25.01.2022 Kids Are Kids! is holding the Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings Warehouse Australia in O'Connor on this Sunday the 21st of March. Why not come down to say hello and grab a cheap and yummy lunch for the family, all the while supporting the work we do as an organisation! Hope to see you there on Sunday

25.01.2022 Every year we are inundated with applications for our Therapy Scholarship Program from families in the community who do not have adequate funding or are not eligible for funding to meet their childs therapy needs. We are so grateful to this years corporate sponsors ATCO Gas Australia, Grant Thornton Australia and THE NORTHERN TRUST for making the program possible. Without the financial support of businesses and individuals this program is sadly not feasible. Thank you for t...he story ATCO Australia and much gratitude to the tireless work from the EPIC committee, thank you to you and your people for helping to make the 2020 program possible. #therapyscholarshipprogram #kidsarekids #kidsarekidstherapyscholarship #northerntrust #ATCO #grantthornton #community #funding

24.01.2022 Kids Are Kids! has been selected for a 'Local Matters' token jar at Grill'd Applecross! It's a great opportunity to take the family to enjoy a delicious burger and place a token in our jar to help support the work we do in the community. You can vote for Kids Are Kids! with your token until the end of February.

23.01.2022 Dear Kids Are Kids! families, Perth and Peel region will be in a transition from lock down from 6pm today for 8 days. We have considered all the guidelines and will be providing some face to face services from Monday, but that these will be minimal in order to keep staff and families safe. We have many staff that will continue to work from home next week, and most services will still be through zoom or phone mediums where this is indicated. ... All of our staff will be wearing face masks for sessions offered in person, but there may be occasions where these need to be removed to communicate effectively with you, with your consent. All adults and children over 12 years old are required to wear face masks if attending our centre. Your therapist will be contacting you to let you know how any scheduled appointments will occur next week. If anyone in your household is unwell it is important that you cancel the session, and you will not be billed for this cancellation. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions please contact our office on 9313 6566. Warm regards, Lisa and Teresa

23.01.2022 Phase 4 means we can get back to a somewhat more relaxed lifestyle whilst still being vigilant and keeping safe. So, why not do more of what you love with your family with $20,000 worth of valuable up to 50% off and 2-for-1 offers for dining and activities. We thank you for your continued support. 20% of every entertainment membership goes directly to Kids Are Kids! ... https://www.entertainment.com.au/orderbooks/834w43 #fundraising #kidsarekids #fundraisingforkidsarekids #fundraisingforNFP #entertainmentbook2020 #communitysupport #entertainmentmembership

23.01.2022 Play is the work of children. It’s very serious stuff. Bob Keeshan Play is regarded by Occupational Therapists as the occupational or life role of infants and children, where children learn, engage and make sense of their world. Have you ever noticed that you develop skills more quickly, learn new concepts more rapidly and work better with others when you are having fun and find joy in the activity? ... FUN is the secret ingredient in true play for children, too! Learn more about the tips you could try to encourage your child’s engagement in play https://kidsarekids.org.au/play/ #OTweek #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #play #kidsarekids

22.01.2022 We are excited to announce our new fundraising activity the picture plate! A fun activity for the whole family and perfect timing for Christmas, as all orders are expected to arrive *14 December 2020. The plates are priced at $28 each and $6 of every plate ordered will go directly to helping the children of Kids Are Kids! ... Artwork and payment is due by 7 September 2020. We kindly ask that you collect your A3 picture plate templates from the Bateman Centre at 26 Parry Avenue and complete the artwork at home. Payment is conveniently available online at the link below. https://pay.pictureproducts.com.au/KIDBAD/83757/ Thank you for your support. *Delivery date is an estimate only.

22.01.2022 Kids Are Kids! is an organisation built on loyalty, integrity, quality and experience. This wouldn’t be possible without our team of dedicated therapists. Two of our clinicians have celebrated milestone anniversaries with our team recently. Julia Noakes, Senior Speech Pathologist, celebrated 15 years of service with Kids Are Kids! and Louise Rogerson, Senior Supervising Occupational Therapist, celebrated 20 years of service with Kids Are Kids! Both of these staff have mad...e so many contributions to the organisation and have helped hundreds of families over so many years. We sincerely thank them for their dedication and years of service. Each day they come to work with the same enthusiasm and passion for helping children and families as they always have and are an integral part of our amazing team. We congratulate Julia and Louise on their anniversaries with Kids Are Kids! Image: Julia Noakes and Louise Rogerson #anniversary #speechpathologist @occupationaltherapist #kidsarekids #thankyou

22.01.2022 We thank Mikayla and Daniel from Grant Thornton Australia for giving up their Sunday morning to help us sell sausages today. Your efforts are much appreciated

22.01.2022 Todays Zoom story time was about the book, Ronald the Rhino. Speech Pathologist, Mel, started by reading the book and engaged the children with question time to assist in comprehension building skills. The kids will also have fun with their print-at-home activity sheets about Ronald and his friends!

20.01.2022 We thank Mumba Chalwe, Bank Manager at Westpac Booragoon, for reaching out to Kids Are Kids! and offering assistance to support our services and programs. Recently, Mumba presented Executive Officer, Lisa Hoffman, with two Samsung tablets that were needed for use in therapy sessions with our families. ... We look forward to continuing our relationship with Westpac, Booragoon into the future and thank them for their support. Image: Bank Manager, Mumba Chalwe, with Executive Officer, Lisa Hoffman.

20.01.2022 We are so excited to share with you the news that the Picture Plates are on their way! They are expected to arrive by Thursday 26 November; watch this space as we will announce when they have landed at our door and ready for collection. #pictureproducts #kidsarekids #kidsarekidsfundraising

20.01.2022 We are loving seeing our families and others in the community getting involved in our latest and very enjoyable fundraising activity! If you would like a picture plate for your own children, collect your templates from 26 Parry Ave, Bateman. Deliver completed artwork back to us and pay online by 7 September. Its that easy! Finished plates are due to arrive 14 December (estimate only!)... Any questions? Call 9313 6566 or comment below.

19.01.2022 Today is Jeans for genes day. 1 in 20 children in Australia are born with a genetic disease*. Today we join together nationally to raise awareness and funds to support research into rare diseases in the hope of finding cures. Today is also double donation day! Your donation will be doubled here: https://www.myjeansforgenes.org.au/donate... *Source: https://www.jeansforgenes.org.au/ #jeansforjeansday #geneticdisease #kidsarekids

19.01.2022 Physical distancing, good hygiene and the 2 square metre rule apply to all activities permitted in the current Phase 3. Its important to not become complacent and at times, easing our childrens feelings of worry and sadness can be challenging. Here are 8 very useful tips from UNICEF Australia to help comfort and protect your children during COVID-19. ... https://www.unicef.org.au//how-to-talk-to-your-children-ab #UnicefAustralia #kidsarekids #COVID19 #anxietyinchildren

18.01.2022 A reminder that applications for the 2021 Therapy Scholarship Program close Monday 7 December at 4:00pm. If you are interested, but need support with the application, please contact us on 9313 6566 or [email protected].

18.01.2022 A big thank you to Mumba Chalwe, Branch Manager of Westpac Booragoon! He and some of his team helped us with our sausage sizzle today.

18.01.2022 Yesterday was Zoom story time with our Speech Pathologist, Mel, reading The Zoo Vet with Xavier. The session began with a game of Simon Says then reading the story and working on comprehension with question time. After the story they walked like animals, and did an animal guessing game. ... What fun! #telehealthkidsarekids #telehealth #kidsarekids #storytime

18.01.2022 Just a friendly reminder that applications are closing this week, Thursday 17 December at 4:00 pm sharp for the Therapy Scholarship Program. If you have any questions please call our office on 9313 6566.

18.01.2022 Ark Support Coordination have developed an isolation task-force. This means that eligible families are able to access this service to get groceries and medicines delivered during the pandemic. Families can also access the isolation task-force to get support with accessing an iPad and internet dongle to be able to engage via Zoom. Dont have support coordination in your NDIS plan? You can have it added in given the current pandemic by calling NDIS. If you need help doing... this, Ark Support can help. Call 0466 521 002 or email [email protected] #arksupportcoordination #isolationtaskforce #covid19 #kidsarekids

17.01.2022 Our Patron, Professor Andrew Whitehouse, of The Autism Research Team at Telethon Kids Institute shares some useful insights into the effectiveness of therapy through Telehealth for individuals with ASD. Kids Are Kids! are continuing to provide a quality service to families through Telehealth mediums. #professorandrewwhitehouse #telethonkidsinstitute #kidsarekids #ASD #kidsarekidstelehealth #telehealth #autismresearchteam #autism

17.01.2022 Applications will be open soon for our Therapy Scholarship Program. We are excited to announce that for the first time we will be opening applications to families living in very remote areas of WA, with much thanks to a recent grant of $5,000 received from Connellan Airways Trust. Read the full story here: https://kidsarekids.org.au/therapy-scholarship-program-rea/... #ConnellanAirwaysTrust #kidsarekids #scholarshipprogram #therapyscholarship #regionalwesternaustralia #telepractice Jessica Hacket

17.01.2022 Make your Christmas shopping easier with Dinkleboo, order now and receive your delivery in time for Christmas. You can get organised today at www.dinkleboo.com and get 50% off everything using our Unique Coupon Code AFRDB-XHBZ-IXVHRU. With every purchase you make, we raise 20% of your purchase towards our Therapy Scholarship Program.... Thank you for your support.

17.01.2022 Were putting the FUN in FUN-draising! The ultimate childhood memory PLUS $6 of every plate purchased goes directly to helping the children of Kids Are Kids! Sound like the perfect project for your family? ... Plate artwork templates are available from Kids Are Kids! at 26 Parry Avenue, Bateman. Conveniently make payment online and deliver your completed template back to us by 7 September. Orders are due to arrive by 14 December*, just in time for Christmas. Thank you for your support. *Delivery is estimate only. https://pay.pictureproducts.com.au/KIDBAD/83757/

16.01.2022 Kaleb Glas is an inspiring young swimmer and also happens to be one of our Mount Barker clients for Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy. Here is his recent story from GWN7 News, watch and enjoy

15.01.2022 Thank you to all the families who enjoyed participating and supporting us in the Picture Plate fundraiser! Online orders are now closed and your precious artwork has been dispatched, to be prepared for production. We will be in touch once your plates arrive, we are estimating this to be the first two weeks of December. ... If you have any questions, please call our centre on 9313 6566.

15.01.2022 Peel Language Development School will be hosting an online Parent Information Session for parents of prospective 2021 students. In this session you will learn how their early intervention programs and services can benefit your child. This will be Monday 8 June at 9:30am. Please email [email protected] or call 9523 7830 to register your details or request further information. ... #peellanguageanddevelopmentcentre #kidsarekids #earlyintervention #therapyforchildren

14.01.2022 Many families in the community will have feelings of uncertainty and stress around financial and social factors impacted by COVID-19. Its so important that we maintain positive mental health for ourselves and our families. The Australian Government Department of Health in collaboration with MindSpot Clinic have provided some useful tips and links to help us along the way. https://headtohealth.gov.au/covid-19-support/covid-19... #MindSpot #Australiandepartmentofhealth #positivementalhealth #kidsarekids #psychology #support #mentalhealth #COVID19

14.01.2022 Thank you to John O’Leary and Zenith Insurance Services for donating all of the sausages, rolls and onions for our Sausage Sizzle today. This was a crucial element to making the day a success. Also to John for arriving very early on a Sunday morning to help and cooking up a storm for us on the BBQ

14.01.2022 We are hearing stories of lots of happy children creating memories! You can join in the fun too! 1. Get your template/s from 26 Parry Ave, Bateman ... 2. Complete artwork at home in your own creative time 3. Deliver completed template/s back to Kids Are Kids! by 7 September and make payment conveniently online at https://pay.pictureproducts.com.au/KIDBAD/83757/ Thanks for your support, all profits will help the children of Kids Are Kids! Image: The Bell Family

13.01.2022 Today is Fragile X Awareness Day. Kids Are Kids! acknowledge the individuals and families living with Fragile X and continue to create awareness of the syndrome and improve the lives of individuals effected by Fragile X. *Fragile X Syndrome is the leading cause of inherited intellectual disability, affecting about 1 in 4,000 males and about 1 in 6,000 females.... If you or anyone you know need support around Fragile X please call the Fragile X Association of Australia on 1300 394 636 or visit www.fragilex.org.au #fragilexsyndrome #fragilex #fragilexassociationofaustralia #thinkfragilex *Fact from Fragile X Association of Australia (website)

13.01.2022 Don't miss the delivery cut-off time of midnight, tomorrow 11 December 2020! Make your Christmas shopping easier with Dinkleboo, order by midnight tomorrow and receive your delivery in time for Christmas. You can get organised today at www.dinkleboo.com and get 50% off everything using our Unique Coupon Code AFRDB-XHBZ-IXVHRU.... With every purchase you make, we raise 20% of your purchase towards our Therapy Scholarship Program. Thank you for your support.

12.01.2022 Parents of children with special needs often feel isolated, overwhelmed and worried about the future particularly in the early stages. The new app AbleFinder has been developed with the aim of creating a safe and practical space for parents and carers to connect, share and learn from others experiences. The app can be downloaded for free from the Apple Store or Google Play. We believe this will be a wonderful resource for many families.... https://ablefinder.com/about.html #ablefinder #parentsofspecialneedschildren #connect #kidsarekids

12.01.2022 Thank you Melville Mums for sharing our picture plate fundraising activity. Its not too late to join in the fun! - Collect your templates from 26 Parry Avenue, Bateman - Pay online in the link noted in comments... - Return your completed artwork by 7 September! See more

12.01.2022 **APPLICATION CLOSING DATE EXTENDED** The application closing date for the 2021 Therapy Scholarship Program has been extended to Thursday 17 December 2020 at 4:00pm. If you would like to apply, but need support in completing the form, please reach out by calling 9313 6566 or emailing [email protected]. ... Download the application here or contact us to request a word format. https://kidsarekids.org.au/services/scholarship-programs/ Thank you to our sponsors, the Grant Thornton Foundation, ATCO and Connellan Airways Trust. #therapyscholarshipprogram #atco #grantthorntonfoundation #grantthornton #connellanairwaystrust #kidsarekids #communitysupport #fundraising

11.01.2022 Rewarding children in therapy helps them to focus and calm, enabling them and their therapist to get the most out of the session. Our families have been loving the live Zoo streams from around the world. You can join in on the action by viewing the link here: ... https://www.theislanderonline.com.au//the-zoos-that-are-/ #animalsathome #kidsarekids #livezoostreams

11.01.2022 Today marks the end of OT Week. This week the Kids Are Kids! team have shared some tips and tricks that we hope have assisted some families and their children. If you have any questions or would like to learn about how Kids Are Kids! can support your child please reach out by calling 9313 6566 or email [email protected] Image: Kids Are Kids! OT Team (part of) celebrating OT Week. ... #OTWeek2020 #OTWeek #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapists #kidsarekids

11.01.2022 We thank John Tonkin College and Mandurah Forum for hosting the Disability Expo on Friday. Kids Are Kids! were pleased to be able to talk with people in the local community, and fellow stall holders, about the services we provide to support children and their families. If you would like to enquire about our services provided in the Mandurah community please call 9313 6566 or email [email protected] ... Image: Kids Are Kids! Staff, Louise Rogerson and Catherine Robinson at the Expo. #DisabilityAwareness #disabilityservices #mandurahforum #johntonkincollege #kidsarekids #disabilityexpo #therapy

10.01.2022 Heidi and John cooking up a storm at Bunnings Warehouse Australia in O’Connor. We will be here until 4pm today!

10.01.2022 Today is the big day! Just a reminder that all completed templates are due back to the centre by today, Monday 7 September. Online payments must be made prior to the return at https://pay.pictureproducts.com.au/KIDBAD/83757/ Thanks for your support and we will be in contact as soon as your plates have arrived (expected in December).

09.01.2022 We thank you for your continued support. There has never been a more important time to support us with our fundraising. 20% of every entertainment membership goes directly to Kids Are Kids! Right now, we are raising funds to continue the Therapy Scholarship Program into 2021. This program is vital to families in the community who are in need of additional therapy. There are some great incentives happening now, please click the link here to purchase your membership. ... https://www.entertainment.com.au/orderbooks/834w43 #fundraising #kidsarekids #fundraisingforkidsarekids #fundraisingforNFP #entertainmentbook2020 #communitysupport #therapyscholarshipprogram #scholarshipsatkidsarekids #therapyscholarshipskidsarekids

07.01.2022 Kids Are Kids! would like to thank Grant Thornton Australia who through the Grant Thornton Foundation have donated $10,500 towards our Therapy Scholarship Program for 2021. The Kids Are Kids! Therapy Scholarship Program provides clinical therapy support to children who otherwise may not be able to access services due to financial or other constraints. Without the help of sponsors such as Grant Thornton Australia we wouldn't be able to run this program. Their support has a di...rect positive impact for children within our community. Thank you!

07.01.2022 Wishing all of our wonderful families and friends a happy and safe Easter holiday break! We did our annual Easter bunny hunt today with some of our team, lots of fun!

07.01.2022 MACA (Mobility and Accessibility for Children in Australia) is a new Australian not for profit organisation dedicated to supporting and advocating for the right to safe and accessible transport for children living with disability (and/or medical conditions). Please complete this survey to help MACA develop much needed information supporting the safe travel of children (under 16 years) with disability (and/or medical conditions). The 10-minute survey is designed for:... - parents of children with disability and/or medical conditions - health professionals who support children with car seating/transport needs - organisations/government agencies responsible for the safe transport of children with disability and/or medical conditions Curtin University Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) has approved this study (HRE2020-0257). Please direct any queries to Dr. Melissa Black on (08) 9266 5893 or [email protected] You can access the survey here: http://bit.ly/macasurvey

07.01.2022 In todays Open for Business feature in The West Australian we were able to share our story of the continuity in quality service delivery to our families through Tele-practice. We are so proud of the team at Kids Are Kids! and our families in the way they have adapted. Thank you also to Grant Thornton Australia (Perth), ATCO Gas Australia and Lakes Networking for their ongoing support. ... http://info.thewest.com.au/westadvert//20200519/index.html #COVID19 #openforbusiness #kidsarekidstelepractice #telehealth #kidsarekids #grantthornton #atcogasaustralia #lakesnetworking

06.01.2022 Today we acknowledge International Day of People with Disability - Australia. This is a day to raise awareness of the challenges faced by all people with a disability and to be mindful of the improvements that can be made around inclusion, provision and access to services and support for individuals and their families. The theme for IDPwD 2020 is Building Back Better: toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post COVID-19 World. ... #IPDwD2020 #kidsarekids #InternationalDayOfPeopleWithDisability #disabilityinclusion #disabilityawareness #disabilityrights Image: Credit, Anna - Unsplash

06.01.2022 Harrison is working hard on increasing his use of 2-3 word phrases. This week, Harry was motivated by his new puppy, Roger, meeting Kids Are Kids! Senior Speech Therapist, Julias, cat Pedro. Harry said, "Pedro, Roger friend", and the session continued with their furry friends being involved in helping Harry build his skills around his vocabulary!... #telepractice #telehealth #therapy #speechtherapy #kidsarekids

06.01.2022 Sensory Processing When the brain can’t organise sensory information coming in simultaneously, It’s like a traffic jam in your head, with conflicting signals quickly coming from all directions, so that you don’t know how to make sense of it all . (Quote: Nancy Peske) When children are having difficulties with sensory regulation, Occupational Therapy can help them to find the right type of activities for them to stay in their ‘just right’ zone, in order to be able to concen...trate at school and navigate different environments and situations. Learn more about sensory regulation and how Kids Are Kids! can assist your child at https://kidsarekids.org.au/sensory-processing/ Quote: By Nancy Peske in article titled 'Sensory Processing Issues Explained' published at childmind.org #OTWeek #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapists #sensoryprocessing #kidsarekids #sensoryxplorationhub

06.01.2022 **THERAPY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - APPLICATIONS OPEN** Kids Are Kids! are pleased to be able to offer a number of Therapy Scholarships again this year, with thanks to the generous support of Grant Thornton Australia (Perth) through the Grant Thornton Foundation, ATCO Gas Australia and Connellan Airways Trust. Applications for 2021 Therapy Scholarships are now open to any family whose child is aged between 0 -18 years and who has additional therapy needs. Priority will be given ...to applicants whose child’s needs are not fully being met and whose needs are across one or more of the areas of language and communication, social/emotional development, sensory development, gross/fine motor skills, cognitive and learning skills. The closing date for applications is 7th December 2020 at 4:00pm. Download the application form here: https://kidsarekids.org.au/services/scholarship-programs/

05.01.2022 Kids Are Kids! Therapy Scholarships for 2021 will have two dedicated scholarships to provide therapy and support via tele-practice to vulnerable children and their families who reside in regional WA. Kids Are Kids! was successful in a recent grant application through Connellan Airways Trust. This grant has provided the opportunity to continue this important program in 2021 and for the first time designate two scholarships to children living in small isolated, remote and regi...onal areas of WA. Through an application process, the scholarship will allow two families who are facing financial hardship to access much needed therapy to support their childs developmental needs. The scholarships are typically awarded to families who dont qualify for government funded services, or where these are inadequate to meet their needs. The Therapy Scholarships are valued at $2,500 each and will commence in 2021. Applications will be open later this year, with representatives from both Connellan Airways Trust and Kids Are Kids! participating in the selection panel. Kids Are Kids! is thrilled to collaborate with Connellan Airways Trust in the Therapy Scholarship Program for 2021. If you would like further information please email [email protected] #connellanairwaystrust #communitygrant #regionaltherapy #kidsarekids #kidsarekidsscholarshipprogram #therapy #regionalsupport

05.01.2022 There have been some considerable changes and supports put in place to help people with disabilities and their families through this challenging time. In this Webinar, Mary Sayers, CEO of Children and Young People with Disability Australia and Scott McNaughton, General Manager of National Delivery at National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme), talk of these changes. The key points: ... 1. Extension of your current NDIS plan is available 2. Flexibility in your current plan is available 3. Dial 5 after the 1800 number to access a line dedicated to COVID-19 enquiries 4. NDIA are checking in on those families most vulnerable 5. New applicants to NDIA can access relevant forms and lodge online 6. Additional low cost Assistive Technology funding of up to $1500 to assist with therapy delivered through tele-practice is available The summary is to use your plan flexibly. Please call Kids Are Kids! on 9313 6566 if your family needs support around these changes. Check out the webinar here: https://www.cyda.org.au//webinar-ndis-and-covid-19-informa #NDIA #childrenandyoungpeoplewithdisability #kidsarekids #NDISplans #NDIS #therapyforchildren

05.01.2022 Our Easter may not look the same to many of us this long weekend, but you can still create memories at home! Happy Easter from all of us at Kids Are Kids! #staysafe #stayhome #happyeaster #kidsarekids... Image Credit: Richard Bell on Unsplash

04.01.2022 In todays Melville Gazette our Executive Officer, Lisa Hoffman, tells of how Kids Are Kids! are working to continue the delivery of support and quality therapy to children and their families. Read the full story here: https://archive.communitynews.com.au//GAZETTE-WEST_MELVILL... #COVID19 #kidsarekids #telehealth #inthistogether #support #therapy

03.01.2022 It is important that we look after our own mental health during this time and also each others. HelpingMinds is now providing free emotional support services to anyone in Western Australia and Northern Territory who feels overwhelmed by the current COVID-19 situation or their personal circumstances. Through HelpingMinds you can access 3 x free phone or video counselling sessions with a mental health professional, without the need for a GP referral. ... If you are struggling emotionally or mentally, please dont hesitate to call 1800 811 747. #mentalhealth #helpingminds #covid19 #kidsarekids Photo by Melissa Askew on Unsplash

03.01.2022 At Kids Are Kids! we are committed to providing quality therapy and support to children and their families through Tele-health mediums. Last week little Jensen and Speech Pathologist, Jess, had fun practising oral language skills and sharing their news - his a transformer and Jess Coco the cat! #telehealththerapy #kidsarekidstelehealth

03.01.2022 Some of our awesome OT and Speech therapy team helping out today!

02.01.2022 We thank all those who have supported our Picture Plate Fundraiser! Just a reminder that all completed templates are due back to the centre on or before Monday 7 September and online payments must be made prior to the return at https://pay.pictureproducts.com.au/KIDBAD/83757/ If you havent got involved but would like to, theres still time. Please contact our office on 9313 6566 if you have any queries.

02.01.2022 From Sunday 23 August to Saturday 29 August is Speech Pathology Week 2020. This is a week to acknowledge the invaluable work that Speech Pathologists do with individuals and their families every day in helping them to reach their potential. *Did you know?... - 1.2 million Australians live with communication disability; - communication disability is largely invisible. Unseen and out-of-sight; - more confident communication helps maximise educational, health and social outcomes; and - communication is more than just speech. At Kids Are Kids! our Therapists have been having fun wearing their Speech Pathology t-shirts, sharing activities from Speech Pathology Australia with their families and celebrating with morning tea. *Source: speechpathologyaustralia.org.au #speechpathology #speechpathologist #kidsarekids #speechpathologyaustralia #speechpathologyweek2020

02.01.2022 For those families choosing to stay at home for now, look no further! Maggie Dent has shared with us some great links. These include tips and tricks on home learning, planning your stay-cation, working from home, getting crafty and staying fit & healthy, calm & mindful. https://www.maggiedent.com//top-tips-for-families-in-isol/... #maggiedent #homelearning #workingfromhome #covid19 #kidsarekids #inthistogether

02.01.2022 We are so happy to announce that the Picture Plates have safely arrived! Thank you all those who supported this fundraising activity, together we raised almost $500 which will be contributed to our Therapy Scholarship Program. You can now collect your Picture Plates from our centre at 26 Parry Avenue, Bateman, from Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:00 pm. ... Please note our last day of business will be Thursday 17 December prior to the Christmas break. #fundraising #pictureplate #kidsarekidsfundraising #kidsarekids #therapyscholarshipprogram

01.01.2022 The Telethon Kids Institute invite members of the following groups to take part in a survey. - young people (14-25) - parents of children and young people (0-25), and - professionals working in the child/youth mental health sector... The survey will help to better understand the barriers and facilitators to accessing and engaging with non-face-to-face youth mental health services. The survey can be accessed here: https://tinyurl.com/mindthedistance

01.01.2022 Cockburn Ice Arena have announced their All Abilities sessions will be every Friday 1-3:00 pm from July 24 to September 18 inclusive. Get your tickets and find out more here: https://www.cockburnicearena.com.au/all-abilities-sessions/... #cockburnicearena #allabilities #kidsarekids

01.01.2022 Beans & Bunches helped Kids Are Kids! at our last fundraising Gala Dinner by providing our centrepiece flowers at a significantly reduced price. If youre looking to spoil your Mum this Mothers Day, please support Beans & Bunches.