Speechcare

12/06/2026

Sometimes as parents and carers we just need time to stop and reflect.

11/06/2026

Kim Hollander and Kate recently had the opportunity to meet with Ali France to discuss The Connected Child Project and the future of early intervention in Australia.

We explored a hub-and-spoke model of care that combines centralised expertise, training, mentoring, and quality assurance with locally embedded speech pathologists working directly within early learning centres and communities.

What struck me most was our shared understanding that meaningful change requires collaboration across all levels of the system. Government, NGOs, community organisations, educators, and private providers all have a role to play in ensuring children and families can access the support they need.

The early intervention landscape is changing. Funding models are changing. Expectations are changing. Community needs are changing.

But one thing remains constant: communication is fundamental to participation, learning, wellbeing, and inclusion.

There is still—and always will be—a need for speech pathologists and allied health professionals. Our challenge is to evolve alongside our communities and find new ways to deliver expertise where it can have the greatest impact.

The Connected Child Project was born from a simple but ambitious question:

What if we stopped waiting for children to access support and instead built communication-friendly, inclusive environments from the start?

What if best-practice communication supports were already embedded within early learning settings?

What if educators, families, and communities had greater access to training, coaching, and practical tools that supported all children—not just those with a diagnosis?

What if waitlists became less critical because inclusive practice was already part of everyday life?

I’m aiming high.

Because too many children are still being missed.

And because I believe every child deserves to grow up in a community that understands communication, values neurodiversity, and is equipped to support them to thrive.

The future of early intervention is not just about increasing access to services. It’s about building capacity, creating connected systems, and ensuring support reaches children before they fall through the cracks.

That’s the future we’re working towards.

10/06/2026

Wondering about how counselling could support your child? Has your child been having any challenges at School? There are many ways a counsellor can support both you and your child to reduce stress and anxiety around School and other life challenges.

Remember, your child doesn't need a diagnosis to receive support ❤️

10/06/2026

Amazing to meet and discuss how we are working with to connect people. Parenting a child with a disability, particularly an invisible one, can be exhausting, isolating and scary. People with invisible disabilities experience greater social isolation and mental health challenges than others. Children and families must be supported through local providers who understand them and their needs. The Connected Child Project is supporting early learning centres to develop inclusive spaces. For more information, email [email protected]

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

Ever wondered what a counsellor does?

Ever wondered how a counsellor can support you or your family? 🤔

04/06/2026

For any parents struggling right now, we see you. The past week has highlighted the need for affirming, trauma-informed mental health supports for families, particularly parents of children with communication disorders.

Did you know you can use NDIS funding to access counselling services as a parent?

If you are feeling overwhelmed, unsure or distressed, it is important to talk to someone.

Here are some FAQs about counselling that might help you or someone you know.
www.speechcare.com.au
Speechcare Bayside

01/06/2026

Ever felt overwhelmed as a parent? Does your child have difficulty with negative self talk, low self worth or anxiety? Counselling provides a safe space to be heard. Lauren has availability now

01/06/2026

THANK YOU AGAIN TO OUR AMAZING LOCAL Social Mums Club Springwood, Underwood & Surrounds SPONSORSHIP PARTNERS!!🎺

Without them, we wouldn’t be here.

Each and every one of these local businesses is run by an amazing person or team of people who values making a difference in the lives of our community and especially our local mums.

They are here because we love their business values, their products and/or services, AND because they care about you too.

At Social Mums Club we only partner with businesses who want to improve the lives of mums in some way.

You can also find them in our Little Pink Book for Mums
👉Comment PINK BOOK below if you need the link

🌟 Speechcare
💖 The Psych Professionals - Brisbane South

If you are a local business owner that would love to partner with us, comment below, send me a DM or email me at [email protected]