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WHAT’S NEXT – A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE

December 18, 2018 in , /by

Sitting writing a Christmas or end-of-year piece of ‘wise’ thoughts it’s natural to reflect on the year that has just about passed. Unfortunately doing this at the end of the year does a disservice to everything that happened in the first 11 months. I figure it’s the same cognitive function that enables people to have […]

RELAX AND REVIVE TO SURVIVE

November 28, 2018 in /by

‘Again another wonderful weekend away – child free therefore stress-free!  Thank you for all the behind-the-scenes planning and negotiating and prioritizing so our mums can have that so desperately deserved TLC luxury break away. I think on the whole it equates to mission impossible:  trying to please  50 women !!!  However on behalf of the […]

SUMMER BREAK MADE EASIER

November 23, 2018 in /by

In response to a number of requests IOE’s communication guru, Bec, has put together a calendar template to help families organise the busy summer holiday break. The lack of routine and the unpredictability associated with the break can be unsettling for some children and confusing for their hassled parents. The calendar will give a visual […]

COME PARTY WITH US

November 9, 2018 in , /by

Head to Chesterfield Farm with IOE for a fabulous fun evening to celebrate the end of 2018 and the start of the festive season. Save the date and time! Saturday 8 December 5pm-8pm It’s after the usual closing time so the farm will be just for us to enjoy. As well as all the animals, […]

CALLING ALL GRANDPARENT CARERS

October 31, 2018 in , /by

After a bit of a break our support program for Grandparent Carers is up and running again. Being a grandparent and caring for someone with a disability is a demanding double role and comes with unique challenges. IOE’s Grandparent Carer Program’s offers support by providing opportunities for older carers to socialise, network and share experiences […]