Community, School & Workplace
The start of a new school year can feel both exciting and overwhelming, but these simple strategies shared by Outback Futures occupational therapist Georgie can help make the transition a little smoother for the whole family and help kids start school well. Find a routine Consistency is key when it…
Community leaders play a vital role in helping families prepare, respond and recover from disasters. Children, especially infants and very young ones, are particularly vulnerable during disasters as this is a critical time in their physical, emotional and cognitive development. Their early experiences, including any cumulative adversity, shape how they…
When disasters like floods, fires, droughts, or other community tragedies happen, children feel the impact deeply. Here’s how you can help kids before, during and after disasters to feel safe, connected and understood. Connection is protection: Be physically and emotionally available, warm, and responsive—your relationship is the most powerful buffer…
Did you know your baby’s brain is growing faster right now than it ever will again? The first five years are a whirlwind of learning, discovery and development, and play is one of the best ways to support it. That’s why Outback Futures created Play & Grow, a free resource…
Christmas can be a busy, joyful time of year, but it can also be a difficult season, for many reasons. So it is important we look after ourselves and our loved ones during this time. Here are some tips to help you care for yourself and others this festive season:…
When tragedy happens in a small community, the impact is often felt by many, and there is both an individual and shared sense of loss and grief. Grief is a journey, and it can be helpful to know that there is no one way to grieve – it looks different…
Want to help your kids start the school year strong? Here’s four ways to set up for a positive and successful year. Join the Outback Futures team for this webinar recording and learn 4 ways you can help your kids and teens start the school year strong: Part way through the school year?…
We all know that sleep is important – experts recommend adults get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep a night. But did you know that sleep is like your own personal superpower? Human beings are the only animals on earth able to sleep for as long as we do…
Understanding anxiety is something we can all benefit from, as it impacts 1 in 4 Australians. Have a think about this next time you’re walking along your town’s main street. There are likely to be people you see regularly in your local community who struggle with anxiety. Despite being common,…
Stress management is something we all need to practise from time to time. It’s normal to feel stress – life is challenging and we all have different responsibilities and pressures to cope with. Parenting is one responsibility which can be highly stressful. You’re in charge of a whole human being…