KIN works to share information and work with other organisations to:
- Promote kinship care – it delivers excellent outcomes for the children and is the only form of out-of- home-care that keeps the child within its biological family
- Highlight programs and research that document the outcomes of kinship care
- Advocate on behalf of kinship carers to ensure that their views are central in any discourse about kinship care
- Support KIN members in their endeavours related to kinship family care
Podcasts Series - Supporting Neurodivergent Children and Young People
Dear Listeners,
Supporting a neurodivergent young person or child can sometimes feel overwhelming, particularly when behaviours are difficult to understand or when a child seems to struggle with things that others take for granted. Sleep, sensory sensitivities, anxiety, physical discomfort, and the demands of everyday routines can all influence their ability to cope. Understanding these interconnected factors can help us respond with greater empathy and find practical ways to support a child’s wellbeing.
In this podcast we speak once again with Nikki Valentini, clinical nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner, who works with neurodivergent children and young people. Nikki’s research into neurodiversity has enabled her to explore the many factors affecting the way in which children respond to the world around them. She provides valuable and practical insights for all carers of neurodivergent young people and children.
Cheers,
Anne McLeish, OAM
Director
Dear readers,
There is some good news for families in the Australian federal budget. As more detail becomes available we will keep you informed.
Cheers,
Anne McLeish, OAM
Director
Dear readers,
Please read this document carefully. It lists budget initiatives included in the 2026-27 Victorian state budget. There is considerable assistance for vulnerable families contained in this package of initiatives.
Cheers,
Anne McLeish, OAM
Director