Orana Early Childhood Intervention in Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia | Education

Orana Early Childhood Intervention

Locality: Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 6882 0599

Address: 74 Baird Drive 2830 Dubbo, NSW, Australia

Website: http://oeci.org.au

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24.01.2022 GOOD NEWS WEDNESDAY This week our good news story is Callum. Callum had a tricky start to school this year, however this term he has settled in to his new classroom and even completed all his activities early in his therapy session this week! We are beyond proud of Callum, and he wanted to share his drawing of his family with everyone!

24.01.2022 This is something we all need to hear right now. Hang in there!

24.01.2022 OECI has decided to start Good News Wednesday to celebrate our children and their achievements! One of our children drew a picture of a person for the first time and we are super proud of him! Feel free to send in your own good news stories from your sessions or home practice and we will pick one to share each Wednesday!

23.01.2022 Congratulations to the winner of our Easter colouring in competition, Elka! Try not to eat all that chocolate at once!

23.01.2022 Today the staff at OECI wore green to recognize National Headspace Day. After such a challenging year for so many, we are trying to spread some joy and remind everyone that mental health matters and we can all take small steps each day to a healthy headspace. #headspaceday

23.01.2022 Term 4 started on Monday, which means all our staff are back on board. We are recharged and ready after having time off over the school holidays. The countdown is on until Christmas and the end of 2020, we’ve almost made it!

22.01.2022 Has everyone recovered from the sugar high? These two little cuties certainly looked the part yesterday during a centre visit.

22.01.2022 Today is international day of people with a disability.

21.01.2022 EARLY INTERVENTION WEEK 2020 Celebrate from the 20th to 27th August! Dubbo has never missed a 'Kites 4 Kids' day in over 20 years, and we can't stop now! Instead of having a big gathering, let's collect as many kites as we can to make a display in Macquarie Street. Drop your kites to OECI (Baird Drive) or to Buninyong SaCC (Myall Street) before Wednesday next week to be included. Thank you, as always, for all your support for our Early Intervention community!

20.01.2022 Merry Christmas from the OECI team! Our centre will be closed after today until the 6th of January. We hope everyone has a safe and happy start to the new year!

20.01.2022 Our staff stopped in at the Big Bogan yesterday while on outreach to Nyngan. We are in Nyngan regularly, so spread the word! Did you know we also travel to Tottenham, Warren, Trangie and all around Dubbo? Where should we stop in at in your town?

19.01.2022 Soap foam! A fun sensory activity that leaves everyone with a smile and smelling great :)

18.01.2022 And the winner of our guessing competition is .... Keiley Storer !! Mel Storer feel free to pop into the centre at any point this week to pick up your prize. Merry Christmas

18.01.2022 OECI are lucky enough to have 5 brilliant Speechies on their team and this week is Speech Pathology Week! The theme for 2020 is Communicating with Confidence. Lets celebrate all the Speech Pathologists out there! Tell us, how has your Speechie helped you and your family?

18.01.2022 Next week is Children’s Week! There will be a Scavenger Hunt run on the 25th of October for the whole family to enjoy

18.01.2022 OECI Chalk Challenge, coming to a session near you!! Keep an eye on Facebook for more information

16.01.2022 Good News Wednesday Tamara and Jaylah have kicked off Christmas at OECI making their own snow globes complete with confetti! Jaylah has been attending our transition to school group, so this activity gave her an opportunity to show off her cutting, colouring, and gluing skills. Ask your therapist for a fun activity at your next session - especially if your OT is Denese, OECI's very own Mrs Claus!

16.01.2022 As we slowly return to face to face service, some of our procedures have changed! We will meet you at the front door to go through some paperwork and check everyones temperatures before moving inside. We understand that this change may be tricky for some of our kids, so we have created visuals and a social story to support them. Please contact your Key Worker and these can be emailed out to you!

15.01.2022 Good News Wednesday A little over a week ago, OECI's first Secret Agent Society Social Skills Group graduated from the program. They have walked away with new friends, an increased understanding of their own thoughts and feelings, and most importantly - shiny gold medals! Well done graduates!

14.01.2022 EARLY INTERVENTION WEEK 2020 Celebrate from the 20th to 27th August! Dubbo has never missed a Kites 4 Kids day in over 20 years, and we cant stop now! Instead of having a big gathering, lets collect as many kites as we can to make a display in Macquarie Street. Drop your kites to OECI (Baird Drive) or to Buninyong SaCC (Myall Street) before Wednesday next week to be included. Thank you, as always, for all your support for our Early Intervention community!

14.01.2022 CANCELLED! We regret to inform you that the fire fighters will be unable to attend on Thursday. We will try and reschedule for another time and will let you all know!

13.01.2022 Good News Wednesday Riley has been practicing writing his name at home. This week he brought it into the centre so we could see how great he is doing! Well done Riley!

13.01.2022 Its such a lovely day outside today - heres a fun activity to get little ones up and moving! Youre welcome to share a video or photo in the comments

13.01.2022 This weekend, OECI celebrated Christmas and "Goodbye 2020" with a wine tour around Mudgee and dinner at Amy's Cafe in Dubbo. After a crazy year it was great to spend some time together celebrating our achievements and finishing 2020 as a team! We look forward to seeing you over the next two weeks for our final sessions of the year. BRING. ON. CHRISTMAS!

13.01.2022 Good News Wednesday Why request each ball individually when you can request them all at once! Sebastian has made amazing progress using PECS to increase his ability to communicate and ask for things that he wants! We are so proud of how far Sebastian has come!

12.01.2022 Early Intervention would like to confirm that we are continuing with scheduled appointments as per the Government Rules and Regulations regarding COVID-19. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the centre on 6882 0599 or contact your Key Worker. We will continue to update families as regularly as possible. Please note: The cancellation policy is still in place as per your service agreements. Should you wish to alter or cancel an appointment, you must provide us with at least 24 hours notice to avoid incurring a charge.

12.01.2022 Today is World Autism Awareness Day and the staff at OECI have dressed in blue to acknowledge all the people in our community with a connection to Autism. Dont worry, we kept our social distance! Thumbs up to Tamara for being willing to take the selfie, although you could have shared camera space with the rest of us!

12.01.2022 GOOD NEWS WEDNESDAY OECI is luckily enough to have two Uni students from CSU on placement with us for the next couple of weeks. Holly is a 3rd year Speech Pathology student and Georgia is a 3rd year Occupational Therapy student. Thank you to our families who are so welcoming and are happy to have the girls in their sessions. You are helping us make a good impression and show them what Early Intervention is all about! When you see them around, say hi!

12.01.2022 Many of our families have been telling us about a fantastic childrens show called Bluey - and it has now become accessible for children who are vision impaired!

11.01.2022 OECI will be completing our Third Party Verification. Auditors will select families at random to talk to. Feel free to opt in or out when you Key Worker contacts you.

11.01.2022 Today our staff wore their favourite jeans to recognise Jeans for Genes Day! Some even rocked the "Double Denim"! Money raised from Jeans for Genes Day goes directly to the Childrens Medical Research Institue and helps find treatments and cures for childrens genetic diseases. We are so happy we could donate to such a great cause! Share your Jeans for Genes Day pictures with us! #jeansforgenesday

11.01.2022 Last night we came together to farewell Steph. Steph has been a part of the OECI team for the past two years as one of our Speech Pathologists. We are sad to see her go, however we wish her all the best and good luck for the future - the lucky duck is moving to the UK !

11.01.2022 With everything going on it is still important to find time to celebrate achievements within our team. Today marks 30 years since our Manager Janelle started working for OECI. Our centre wouldnt be where it is today without her dedication, passion and hard work. From the team at OECI and our families, we thank you!

11.01.2022 Looking for ideas to keep the kids occupied while at home? Taronga Zoo is showing behind the scenes footage of the animals and their keepers! You may even see some locals and animals from our zoo! Tune in on Facebook or on the website.

10.01.2022 Here is Danica participating in a telehealth session to learn how to adapt therapy activities to be delivered online. All our staff are working hard to build their capacity to continue to deliver effective therapy services and supports to our families. Key Workers are communicating with families over this week to determine what will work best for you. Please call 6882 0599 with any questions or concerns.

09.01.2022 This Wednesday 18th March, OECI will be holding a parent/carers information session for anyone with children that will be starting Kindergarten in 2021, at the centre from 10am-12pm. This is for children going to both public and private schools so please come along!

09.01.2022 Friendly Reminder; As part of our Service Agreements, our families agree to not post photos or videos of our staff during sessions to any social media platform. Please touch base with your Key Worker if you have any questions or concerns around this. We love sharing with our OECI community so please feel free to send through photos you would like our Administrators to share.

09.01.2022 This week, Gabby and Danica completed the Secret Agent Society Small Group Training in Sydney. This is an evidence based social skills program for children aged 8-12 with ASD, ADHD and emotional/social difficulties. We look forward to starting this amazing program with our families early next year!

09.01.2022 Rain, hail, shine and COVID-19, we are determined to continue providing you all with a quality service. Our first home activity session kit has been delivered!

09.01.2022 Our Occupational Therapist's are running a parent education session around toilet training for our families in early January next year. This would be beneficial for anyone who is planning on toilet training their children over these school holidays. There are limited places available, so to secure your spot, please call OECI or contact your Key Worker.

08.01.2022 This week is Book Week and some of our staff will be dressed up to celebrate! You are all welcome to come dressed as your favourite book characters this week as well!

08.01.2022 Good News Wednesday TAMARA IS ENGAGED!!! This week it is a staff good news story. A week ago, our Speechie Tamara became engaged - and trust us, she hasn't let us forget it. We are super thrilled for her and Mark, and wish them every happiness for the future.

08.01.2022 GOOD NEWS WEDNESDAY It is Early Intervention Week! We wanted to give a shout out to all our families who inspire us and continue to amaze us with their passion, drive and determination in making the world a better place for their children.

08.01.2022 GOOD NEWS WEDNESDAY This week we are celebrating Sophie Yeo who received an award at Cubs (Scouts for younger children) for Trying her hardest, not giving up and setting an example for others. Sophie started attending Cubs this term and has been supported by OECI staff, Emma and Denese. Cubs is an inclusive community group where children learn skills, make friends and lead by example. Well done Sophie on your achievements! We are very proud.

07.01.2022 Good News Wednesday!! Nate has been working hard with his colouring and cutting skills in preparation for school. Here is a rainbow craft he wanted to share with everyone. Keep up the good work Nate!

06.01.2022 This term, OECI staff have supported one of our clients to transition to Cubs in Scouts using NDIS Community Participation Funding. He has done so well and is always eager to participate in the activities! We are so proud of him!

05.01.2022 During the COVID-19 lockdown, many of our families enjoyed receiving activities that they could complete at home. Yesterday, Gabby and Danica went out to Nyngan and were shown these amazing faces one of their clients made to reflect the emotions of happy and silly. How creative! If you received a similar activity in your activity packs, share a picture in the comments so we can see your great work!

03.01.2022 Not sure what Occupational Therapists do? Watch the link below! #otweek2019

03.01.2022 We will be having a visit from some local firefighters next Thursday 19th March at 10:30 at OECI, so dont be alarmed! They will be talking about fire safety and there will be an opportunity for the children to have photos taken with the fire truck at the end. Everyone is welcome to attend! See you there!

02.01.2022 Friday night was spent celebrating Jane, our senior Occupational Therapist, who has recently left OECI. Jane was a big part of the OECI family and we will miss her Oporto lunches, coffee breaks and incredible knowledge!! Thank you Jane

01.01.2022 Reading books is such an easy but effective way to help develop and grow language skills of kids of all ages!