July 2022
Newsletter

Hi Spring Forward families,

Find out what’s new and upcoming this month at Spring Forward, below;

 Quotes 

Something Inspirational

“Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.”- Martin Luther King, Jr

Something Reassuring

“Nothing is permanent in this wicked world, not even your troubles.” – Charlie Chapman

 Announcements

A big thank you to:

  • Katie ~ Break thru
  • Taf ~ Umuntu Ngabantu
  • Oliver ~ Noro Music Therapy
  • Ivana ~ Hope Health & Care Services
  • Jenny ~ Affinity Specialist Centre

“Thank you for the time taken to meet with me and for the opportunity to share knowledge. I really enjoyed the ethos of each company and how it shone through in my interactions with you.”
~ Roxanne, Physiotherapist

Bayley Screeners Continue!

We continue to offer developmental screeners to kids under three and a half. Occupational Therapist Melissa will be visiting multiple centres across Penrith & surrounds during July.

Interested?
Share our details with your preschool, daycare, parents group or early development centre.

Thank you to our current partners:

  • Kids Academy – Caddens
  • Kids Academy – Regentville
  • Kids Academy – Penrith
  • Kids Academy – Glenmore Park

Check your child’s development with our free online development checklist for children 0-3.5 years.

Get more information here.

Speech Screeners Continue!

We are excited to be bringing speech screeners to kids between three and a half and five. Speech and Language Pathologist Erin will visit Kids Academy centres in Penrith and surrounds this month!Interested?Share our details with your preschool, daycare, parents group or early development centre.Thank you to our current partners:

  • Kids Academy – Regentville
  • Kids Academy – Glenmore Park

Physio Screeners Continue!

We are excited to be bringing physiotherapy screeners to kids between three and a half and five. Physiotherapist Roxanne will visit centres in Penrith and surrounds this month!Interested?Share our details with your preschool, daycare, parents group or early development centre.

Upcoming Programs

Term 3 Programs!

Below is a list of our programs running in term 3!
Contact us to book your spot today.

Your favourite program isn’t listed? Submit an expression of interest for the group you desire.

Book now

 Client Achievements

“Marcus is killig it with his words, forming two word sentences, communicating to mum and dad, so awesome to see his progress.”
~ Monica, Speech Pathologist

 Service Updates 

IMPORTANT NOTICE!

All private fees will increase by up to 6% on the 18th July 2022.

Early Intervention Pathway!

Speak to your Local Area Coordinator (LAC) to see how they can advocate for their child’s needs for therapy. For NDIS participants and also individuals who aren’t eligible for funding, LACs provide a link to community support such as health, social, transport, and education, as well as outlining the need for additional services.

 Blog News

Pelvic Tilt and Trunk Control: How Can Physiotherapy Help?

Do you find yourself constantly telling your child to stand up straight? You’re certainly not alone – poor posture is diagnosed in approximately 38.3% of children. Read more here.

Improved Learning and Studying With the Forbrain

Many distractions take our attention away from learning and studying — added stimuli significantly affect the learning process for those diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, or various learning disabilities. Read more here.

 Product Of The Month

10 Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew

“This is an easy, short book that I found practical and respectful. I highly recommend it to parents, teachers and new therapists as an easy reference point”
~ Michelle, Occupational Therapist

Find out more

Sensory Therapy Swing

Amazing and fun tool for sensory seekers:
  • Builds strength and develops balance
  • Swinging and movement help develop essential skills.
  • Improves body and spatial awareness
Find out more

Talking Flash Cards

Overall great autism sensory toy.
  • Learn sight words
  • Enhance cognitive ability
  • Exercise hearing
  • Build vocabulary.
Find out more