Windermere in Narre Warren, Victoria | Non-profit organisation

Windermere

Locality: Narre Warren, Victoria

Phone: +61 1300 946 337

Address: 48 Webb Street 3805 Narre Warren, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.windermere.org.au

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25.01.2022 Please be assured that we are still open and delivering services but have temporarily closed our sites during the current Covid-19 restrictions. While we may not be able to provide in person or face to face appointments, we are till offering supports in other ways like telehealth and phone appointments. In accordance with the Stage 4 guidelines, our ELC and Family Day Care services are still providing care for children of permitted workers and vulnerable children.... Should you have any questions or need to contact any of our team please call 1300 946 337. Our capacity to take calls may be limited at times, so you can also email us at [email protected]. From our Windermere family to yours, please stay say and well. https://www.windermere.org.au/lp/covid-19-update

24.01.2022 We can’t wait for the adventure to begin! Trek Western Australia’s epic #Cape2Cape in 2021 and be part of something big. Find out more about how you can join football legend and Windermere Ambassador Matthew 'Richo' Richardson on the #Trek2KeepKidsSafe! Sign up before 19 November and take advantage of the early bird registration discount. FInd out more here: https://www.windermere.org.au/news/cape2cape

24.01.2022 Every single day we are supporting vulnerable children, families and individuals to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

23.01.2022 Cameron has many complex needs and has been using our NDIS Plan Management services since 2018. We ensure that all of his 21 service providers are paid correctly and on time. Find out how we can help take the stress out of managing the financial aspects of your NDIS plan. https://www.windermere.org.au/news/camerons-story

23.01.2022 We're looking forward to the Virtual Disability Expo which starts tomorrow, Friday 4 September until Saturday 5 September. The expo is a fantastic opportunity to continue to connect and be informed, all from the comfort and safety of your own home. You can register online to attend. We hope to see you there. ... https://www.virtualdisabilityexpo.com.au/

23.01.2022 This week is #NAIDOCWeek and celebrations are being held across Australia to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. While we normally get involved in NAIDOC celebrations at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Cranbourne, this year’s events looks a little different. You can still get involved in a huge range of NAIDOC Week events, many of them virtual. To find out more visit: https://www.naidoc.org.au/get-involved/naidoc-week-events

22.01.2022 Today is #WorldChildrensDay! It’s a time to recognise the rights and voices of our children. To mark the day we’re sharing this child friendly version of the Convention on the Rights of the Child treaty. https://www.unicef.org/ch/convention-text-childrens-version

22.01.2022 When long day care Educator Natasha went on maternity leave, she didn’t expect she would one day be running her own home based child care business. Find out how she became registered as an educator at Windermere! https://www.windermere.org.au//changing-careers-from-long-

21.01.2022 Although we have not been able to keep appointments face to face during the pandemic, we are still achieving positive results for families by other means. One of our recent success stories is five year old David.* When our team first met David he was non-verbal and struggling to express himself. We have been supporting David and his family through telehealth sessions and he has made incredible progress. You can read more about David's journey below. *Details changed to protect privacy

20.01.2022 Child psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Greg is presenting a free webinar on 'Managing the Coronacoaster - Tips for buiding resilient families'. To register: https://bit.ly/3jR2XA9

20.01.2022 What is an NDIS Support Coordinator? An NDIS Support Coordinator helps you to achieve the goals in your NDIS plan by coordinating your service provider bookings and connecting to community supports. Support Coordinators can also teach you how you can independently access and coordinate your NDIS services.... Find out more below. https://www.windermere.org.au//how-will-i-benefit-from-sup

19.01.2022 Dont miss out on a place for 4 year older kinder next year! Book your childs 2021 place in 4 year old kinder with the added convenience of a long day care setting at our ELC in Frankston. Find out more below or phone the team on 9784 5300 for more information.... https://www.windermere.org.au/childcare/kindergarten-program

18.01.2022 Help keep our children safe. On the day that honours the memory of Daniel Morcombe and raises awareness of child safety, we are sharing a range of resources that you can use to teach children about their personal safety. https://danielmorcombe.com.au/keeping-kids-safe-resources/

18.01.2022 Are you trying to find ways to keep your children active and moving during lockdown? Try these 10 fun daily at-home! Thanks to Occupational Therapist Tea, who has shared this with us.

18.01.2022 ***Please share and help to keep our community safe** It's important to know that you and your family members can still leave home during Stage 4 Covid restrictions if you are fleeing family violence. If you need support due to family violence, whether it's day or night, you can call the Safe Steps family violence 24 hour response line on 1800 015 188. If you are not able to make a phone call you can use the Safe Steps web chat support service available Monday to Friday, 9am ...- 9pm. ** In an emergency call 000** https://www.safesteps.org.au/

17.01.2022 As this summer warms up, we know many of you may be anxious about bushfire or traumatic anniversaries. If you are worried about your mental health, or the mental health of someone close to you, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. You can also access the Victorian Bushfires Case Support Program by calling 1800 560 760. We are honoured to be one of the local community agencies delivering this service. This year we assisted over 2,500 people who contacted the Bushfire Case Support prog...ram. Our recovery workers also supported nearly 400 Gippsland residents to navigate the various supports available to them following the fires. To find out more about staying safe this season, visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au or call the Vic Emergency hotline on 1800 226 226. In an emergency call 000.

17.01.2022 Happy World Teachers' Day. To all our teachers and educators, we thank you for your hard work, care and adaptability. During these uncertain times we appreciate the important role you play more than ever.

17.01.2022 Are you an East Gippsland resident who needs help due to COVID-19? Here’s Windermere Manager, Helen, telling us about CASI, which has been set up to help if you are feeling alone or need emotional support due to the impact of COVID-19. We are delivering CASI to East Gippsland residents in partnership with the Red Cross and other community organisations. If you are an East Gippsland resident and want to access CASI, just call us on 0499 500 495 or email [email protected]. Victorians who live outside East Gippsland can call the COVID Hotline on 1800 675 398. #Covidsupport #eastgippsland

17.01.2022 It’s Psychology Week, so it’s a great time to share how psychologists can help you get the most out of your life! They can help you and your child in areas like regulating emotions, social skills, attention/concentration, transition times, managing anxiety and mastering self-care skills. This also includes support with daily routines and positive behaviour. They can also work with your child’s school or kinder teachers through outreach visits and by providing information and strategies to your child’s teachers. You can find more about how our psychologists at Windermere can help here: https://www.windermere.org.au/services/psychology.

17.01.2022 It’s #ThrowbackThursday! Hard to believe it’s been two years since this group of legends, led by our awesome ambassador ‘Richo’, trekked Kokoda. The trip of a lifetime raised over $105k for our family violence and intervention services. Guess what?... Richo is ready to do it all again and this time we are adventuring closer to home - from Cape to Cape along the stunning Western Australian coastline. To attend our info session or to find out more about our 2021 #Trek2KeepKidsSafe and how you can join Richo on an adventure of a lifetime visit: https://www.windermere.org.au/news/cape2cape #Cape2Cape2021

16.01.2022 Want to try some art at home? This free art activity supports children with autism aged 5 - 12 years and includes a guide for parents, carers and teachers. Thanks to NGV Kids and the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre, La Trobe University who have worked together to create this free resource. Have fun. ... https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au//art-making-resource-to-suppor/

16.01.2022 You will be surprised what we can achieve with telehealth (video-based consultations)! Recently Physiotherapist Jess worked with a family to fit a pre-schooler with a home seating system and stroller with assistive equipment. Tyler* has many complex needs and without the equipment struggles to sit up and hold his head upright. This means that he relies on carer support for all aspects of his self-care and is currently fed through a PEG feeding tube. During a telehealth cons...ultation Jess organised with the provider to deliver and fit Tyler with his new equipment. The provider was able to fit and deliver the equipment face to face while Jess worked with the provider and family via telehealth. This ensured that Tyler was comfortable and safe and the family also felt confident using the equipment. We are so pleased that since the new equipment was fitted that Tyler is much happier and enjoying more mobility. He can transfer more safely into his new chair and stroller, feels more confident and less tired and meal times go far more smoothly. Our specialist Early Intervention (EI) service assists young children, aged 7 years and under who have a disability or developmental delay to reach their full potential. You can find out more about our therapy and supports here: https://www.windermere.org.au//early-childhood-early-inter *name changed to protect privacy

16.01.2022 Worried about falling behind on your rent? Experiencing housing stress due to COVID-19 lockdown? Our homelessness support services can help you gain more control of your situation. This includes supporting you to negotiate with your landlord and help to sort out your budgeting or employment concerns. We can also help you connect with local community supports and services and help you navigate the impacts of lockdown on you and your family. This service is of no charge and is ...for families living with dependent children in the City of Casey, Cardinia Shire, City of Greater Dandenong, Mornington Peninsula and Frankston City. To find out more and discuss your eligibility, contact our team today. https://www.windermere.org.au//support-for-families-at-ris

15.01.2022 At Windermere our support comes in many forms. Our focus is family wellbeing, childhood development, education & assistance. We support victims of trauma and violent crimes and run community strengthening programs which respond to critical need. To find out more head to: www.windermere.org.au

15.01.2022 The NDIA is undertaking a review of the current support coordination service model. The Support Coordination Discussion Paper, has been released by the NDIA for feedback. This is your chance to have you say on the current support coordination service model and help shape the future of support coordination services. Find out more below. https://www.ndis.gov.au//have-your-say/support-coordination

14.01.2022 It's "R U OK?" day! It's a reminder that today and every day is an opportunity to have a conversation that might just change someone's life. You don't need to be an expert to reach out - just a good listener. ... 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in / catch up again later if you need to. ** Some conversations are too big for family and friends to take on alone.** If you know someone who might be at risk, please contact a professional. You can find after hours emergency support contact details here: https://www.windermere.org.au/urgent-support/ You can also contact Lifeline, phone 13 11 14 for 24-hour support. https://www.youtube.com/watch

13.01.2022 We are enjoying some fun, spring-filled learning at Windermere ELC. The kinder children are currently growing their own bean plants and learning about germination, plant parts and the plant life cycle.

13.01.2022 Onion or no onion? How do you like your Bunnings BBQ sausage in bread? If DIY is on your to-do list this Saturday, stop by Bunnings Narre Warren and don’t forget your sausage! Support one of our wonderful #Cape2Cape team participants, Michelle, who is busy raising funds for our #Trek2KeepKidsSafe.

12.01.2022 Today is #GivingTuesday a global day of coming together to give and make a difference in people’s lives around the world. It’s been a tough year and today we are asking for you to give (if you are in a position to) so we can continue to support vulnerable children and families this Christmas. To donate or find out more head to: https://www.windermere.org.au/donate/... #MerryMission2020

12.01.2022 Are you a young person with a disability? Do you want to take part in the inaugural National Youth Disability Summit? The Summit is funded by the National Disability Insurance Agency and you can find out more about how to get involved below ... . See more

12.01.2022 We are so pleased that keen gardener Dorothy is not only maintaining, but increasing, her independence thanks to the NDIS and our Support Coordination services. https://www.windermere.org.au//how-support-coordination-ga #windermereservices #everyoneissomeone #ndis #supportcoordination #increasingindependence #ndisparticipants #yourgoals #ndissupport

12.01.2022 Meet Jess our new physiotherapist in our Early Childhood & Therapy team and Graduate Development program I have always wanted to work in the paediatric space. I love being able to assist young children and support them and their families to do the things that are important to them. There are not many local allied health graduate programs that specialise in early childhood but I was lucky enough to apply and be accepted into Windermere’s graduate development program.... The graduate program offers a range of structured learning opportunities covering a very broad range of topics from sensory processing to Assistive Technology and developmental milestones. It’s also given me the opportunity to explore the benefits of the key worker model and deepen my understanding of working in conjunction with other allied health disciplines. This year, since COVID-19, we’ve been delivering telehealth (virtual appointments), which is not something we expected to do. Luckily I am part of a hugely supportive team, which helps ensure we can all provide the best support possible to the children and families we work with as well as each other." You can find out more about Windermere's Graduate Allied Health program here: https://www.windermere.org.au//allied-health-graduate-prog

11.01.2022 There are so many amazing resources our children can access online, but we also want them to be safe. The office of eSafety Commissioner is running a series of virtual events as part of National Child Protection Week from 7 11 September. This includes a free Virtual Classroom for middle to upper primary students and webinars for parents and carers. Registrations are now open with topics including: ... - Be an eSafe kid: privacy and security - eSafety parents guide to apps https://www.esafety.gov.au/about-us/events

11.01.2022 Have you enrolled your child in kindergarten for 2022? Now is the time to secure your child’s place for kinder at Windermere ELC for next year. Your child can attend our kindergarten program in the added convenience of a long day care setting at our beautiful early learning centre in Frankston. To enrol with us or find out more about government funded kindergarten places for three and four year olds, call our friendly team on 1300 946 337 or visit https://www.windermere.org.au/childca/early-learning-centre

11.01.2022 The Department of Health and Human Services will be assisting vulnerable Victorians in metropolitan Melbourne with in-home testing to help slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). Access to the Call-to-Test service will be available to individuals who have symptoms and meet set criteria. See below for more details.... DHHS service: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/call-to-test-covid-19 -

11.01.2022 Our Family Violence case managers work with you to access services to help keep you and your family safe from violence. This includes supporting you to access the right services for your individual situation. We can also provide support to explore alternative housing options if you are homeless or worried about becoming homeless as a result of family violence. This free service is available for families and single people living within the City of Casey/Cardinia who are exper...iencing or have experienced family violence. For more information contact our Family Violence and Homelessness Support Services on 1300 946 337 or visit https://www.windermere.org.au//family-violence-case-manage

10.01.2022 Do you need childcare? Don’t miss out, secure your child’s place for 2021. We have limited places still available at our Early Learning Centre in Frankston as well as in our Family Day Care (home based childcare) across various locations. To enrol or find out more call our friendly team on 1300 946 337 or visit https://www.windermere.org.au/childcare/childcare-options

10.01.2022 Looking for some fun and safe school holiday activities? Bunjil Place are running a range of free online programs, including storytelling and creative activities. Find out more details, and how to book:... https://www.bunjilplace.com.au/n/get-active-school-holidays See more

10.01.2022 Are you looking to enhance your skills in working with women and children affected by family violence? This training session from Anglicare (our Communities for Children partner) could be for you! Check it out.

10.01.2022 We may still be in lockdown, but that doesnt mean that we cant have fun these school holidays! From storytime, filmmaking and craft activities, there are loads of holiday ideas on the Victoria Together website. https://www.together.vic.gov.au/school-holidays-activities

10.01.2022 Our Early Intervention services support young children with developmental delay or disability. To find out more visit: https://www.windermere.org.au//early-childhood-early-inter

10.01.2022 Don’t miss the fun of Children’s Week! Next week our friends at the City of Casey are hosting a great range of free online activities, including music, dance, magic, scavenger hunts, creative projects and more. https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/n/children%E2%80%99s-week-2020

10.01.2022 What are your children's favourite books? Please share with us in the comments. https://www.windermere.org.au//why-is-reading-to-children-

10.01.2022 Dr Rob Gordon, clinical psychologist and an expert in mental health first aid and supporting people affected by bushfires, is hosting this free webinar Parenting and family life after a bushfire".

09.01.2022 This week is Speech Pathology Week! It's a time to think about communication disability and communicating with confidence. Did you know that there are 1.2 million Australians with a communication disability? Communication disability affects your ability to understand and be understood by others. Our speech pathologists work to support those with communication disorders to improve their quality of life and allow them to communicate with confidence, however that may be (commu...nication is more than just speech). To find out more visit: www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/spw2020 #SPWeek

09.01.2022 Looking for a flexible opportunity working from home? Are you passionate about educating and developing children? Become a Family Day Care educator and register with us! We are looking for new educators to operate in the South East corridor of Melbourne. Find out how you can start your business with us at this free information session.... https://www.windermere.org.au//become-a-family-day-care-ed

09.01.2022 Do you want to have an adventure next year? Join us and footy legend and Windermere Ambassador Matthew 'Richo' Richardson on our #Trek2KeepKidsSafe through Western Australia’s awesome #Cape2Cape. Time is running out to take advantage of our early bird registration discount. Ends 19 November. Find out more here: https://events.inspiredadventures.com.au//windermere-c2c-/

08.01.2022 Do you need to sort out your childcare for 2021? We have limited places available in our state of the art early learning centre in Frankston as well as in our Family Day Care (home based childcare). To enrol or find out more call 1300 946 337 or visit https://www.windermere.org.au/childcare/childcare-options

08.01.2022 Bedtime is not always relaxing! Sarah, one of our early childhood practitioners, has been working with one family to make bedtime go more smoothly. Five year old Julia* was having a lot of difficulty settling down and going to sleep. She was having frequent meltdowns and lashing out at her parents.... Sarah worked with the family to adjust routines and introduce some wind-down time. This involved incorporating positive attention during the day and a half hour quiet time in Julia's bedroom with relaxing music. We are delighted to hear that Julia is now going to sleep happily and her parents are enjoying more relaxed evenings. Sweet dreams. *name changed to protect privacy

08.01.2022 This November our friends at Casey Cardinia Libraries are hosting a range of podcasts, storytimes and talks as part of NAIDOC Week. This is a fantastic opportunity to support NAIDOC Week and learn more about our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. NAIDOC Week is usually held in July but this year, due to COVID-19, it was moved to November.... #NAIDOC2020 https://www.cclc.vic.gov.au/naidoc-week-2020/

07.01.2022 We’re so grateful to everyone who is supporting #MerryMission2020. Big thanks to people like Carla and her extended family, who every year turn our gift and helping hamper appeal into a family affair. Following a shopping trip to select their Merry Mission gifts they have delivered them to us so we can pass them on to children in need this Christmas. If you want to know more about how you can get involved visit https://www.windermere.org.au/merry-mission-2020

07.01.2022 It’s OT Week! We are so excited to share and celebrate the many ways our Occupational Therapists help you every day. #thisisOT

06.01.2022 Today is Early Childhood Educators' Day! We want to give a big shout out to all our educators. Thank you for all the work that you have been doing, particularly in these challenging times. Thank you also to all our families and children for your support this year. #EarlyChildhoodEducatorsDay

06.01.2022 What is an exercise physiologist and how can they help you to meet your NDIS goals? Our accredited exercise physiologists can work with you to design an exercise program to manage a range of conditions such as Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis. They can also help you to improve your health and wellbeing, muscle function, fitness and mobility. Find out more: https://www.windermere.org.au/services/exercise-physiology

05.01.2022 Today 8 September is World Physiotherapy Day, so it is a great time to share an update from our physio team. Our physiotherapists work to help you achieve your goals. This might be to increase your community participation, to be able to function pain free or to help to build your physical capacity and skills. This year, as we have moved away from face to face meetings and into the world of telehealth, weve all had to find new ways to work and communicate with each other. ... Rylee, one of physiotherapists, has been using a doll to show parents and carers the best way to hold their baby when they complete exercises during telehealth consultations. To engage the children she works with she also develops themed exercise programs in Power Point that feature their favourite characters. Things may look different this year, but we are so pleased we can still make a difference in your lives. #WorldPTDay2020

05.01.2022 Are you concerned about autism and how to best support your child? Autism support is available and there are specialist resources and services which can assist you and your family. Register below to receive our free Understanding Autism email series which gives you the information you need to start planning and take action to help your child with autism to thrive.... https://www.windermere.org.au/lp/understanding-autism-series

05.01.2022 We love these photos from one of our Family Day Care Educators, Jay. She offers Family Day Care (home based childcare) in Pakenham. I love working with small children. My priority is to make every child feel like they are welcome, safe and supported. Every child has a different learning style, and I make sure that daily activities match their interests and strengths. I teach according to the Early Years Framework and because of the small group, home-based environment I am ...able to offer the children many learning experiences. This includes group activities, story times, cooking, art and craft and nature play. Usually we go on regular outings, such as visits to play groups, nature walks and the library, although obviously those activities are on hold at the moment. Jay is diploma qualified and has taught in kindergarten and as a primary teacher. Jay has places available on weekdays, 6am 7pm. During stage 4 restrictions she is still able to offer care to permitted workers and vulnerable children. Contact our team to enrol or find out more. Call 1300 946 337 or visit https://www.windermere.org.au/childcare/family-day-care.

04.01.2022 This Christmas donate a gift or voucher to a local family in need. This year more than ever there are hundreds of families in our community who are experiencing crisis and hardship. You can make a real difference to a child by ensuring they have a gift to open on Christmas Day by supporting our Merry Mission. Find out how you can get involved: https://www.windermere.org.au/merr/merry-mission-2020-gifts... #MerryMission2020 #everyoneissomeone

03.01.2022 Ending family violence is everyone’s responsibility. Today marks the beginning of 16 Days of Activism, a global initiative which runs until 10 December and calls for the end of gender-based violence. Do you need support to deal with the trauma associated with sexual assault or family violence? We offer confidential counselling for families and individuals. To find out more call us on 1300 946 337 or visit the link below. If you need immediate help call the Safe Steps family v...iolence 24 hour response line on 1800 015 188. ** In an emergency call 000.** https://www.windermere.org.au/services/counselling

03.01.2022 Our families may be together or apart this year, but however we spend it, we wish all the dads and carers a very happy Father's Day.

01.01.2022 We are excited that enrolments are now open for our 2021 four year old kinder! Our kinder program will suit families looking for the convenience of kinder in a long day care setting. Find out more below. https://www.windermere.org.au/childcare/kindergarten-program

01.01.2022 Meet Maddy Maddy is a Speech Pathologist in our Early Intervention and Therapy team and Graduate Development program. I always wanted to be a vet when I was growing up, but that changed in Year 10 when I did work experience with a dietitian and a speech therapist and I just loved it, she says.... She joined us in 2020 as an Allied Health Assistant before transitioning to the Allied Health Graduate Program this year as a new graduate Speech Pathologist. Applying for the graduate program was the best thing I have done since leaving university, it’s been such a positive experience and I have not looked back since applying, Maddy says. I have enjoyed learning about other health professions and all the learning and development following on from university. The Windermere program allows you to learn about a whole scope of allied health programs under the key worker model, she says. She also loves the variety of working with children of different ages and needs, as well as the supportive atmosphere at Windermere. I love how open everyone is with their communication. I was really looking for that in a workplace, and I have definitely got that supportive, team environment; everyone is always willing to help, says Maddy. Learn more about the Allied Health Graduate Program. https://www.windermere.org.au//allied-health-graduate-prog

01.01.2022 It's National Child Protection Week! There are a range of online child safety and wellbeing events and seminars that you can get involved in. You can also browse some of the fantastic artwork such as the one pictured here, that children from around Australia have created around the theme of: "What do you think is important for children and young people." ... Find out more at: https://www.napcan.org.au/national-child-protection-week/