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Who we are

Kindred is an independent, not-for-profit peer support organisation for families of children with disability, developmental delays and autism. We help families to navigate complex disability systems and services and build the skills, knowledge and confidence that will see their children and family thrive. Our peer groups and programs, trusted resources, and supportive community are online and free. Kindred is passionate about all children and families living their best lives and discovering a future full of possibility.⁠

Our people

What we do

Support

Parenting a child with disability or developmental delay can feel overwhelming. Our trained Peer Workers can help you to navigate the various systems and services, understand your child's disability and provide guidance in accessing community and mainstream supports.

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Connection

We know that connecting with like-minded parents and caregivers can change everything. We provide opportunities for families to come together for support and to share and learn from each other. Our peer groups are delivered online and are a safe and inclusive space.

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Education

Our online programs, workshops and webinars are based on best practice, evidence-based approaches. We believe in empowering families, so they are equipped to navigate systems and have the skills needed for self-advocacy.

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Resources

Drawn from the lived experiences of our team and families, our practical tip sheets and resources can assist you in making informed choices. The stories shared by parents and people with disability can help you to feel more positive and hopeful for your child and family’s future.

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No family should start their journey alone

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A word from our community

“This is my protected timeslot. It is saved in my calendar and my partner knows that this is a non-negotiable for me. I have learnt so much from everyone in the group and I love being able to share and help other parents.” 

I just wanted to thankyou for what you are doing. It was wonderful to come across a page that is so positive! I get so overwhelmed and depressed with so many groups but this one has really helped and encouraged me. Thank you.

Kindred’s workshops have been practical and specific. The fact that the team are all parents with a disabled child themselves makes them a unique organisation. They create a culture of acceptance and acknowledgement, by sharing their experience with disability and valuing ours. It’s this sense of community that has helped me normalise and acknowledge the challenges. They are knowledgeable and connected and have helped connect me with other services.

My experience with Kindred has been AMAZING! When my children were diagnosed it was very much a “what now?” response. All of the therapies targeted them, but I knew that I was a huge part of their life so why wasn’t there any help/training/advice for ME? Like if I was able to do MY best then how much better could they be?! Kindred was that for me.

Kindred provides a much-needed source of positive parenting information and community support for special needs families. I highly recommend this invaluable service.

Connecting with Kindred and the wonderful empowering programs they run, and resources has been life changing for our family.

Kindred has provided the platforms to challenge old thoughts, tackle and create new ones! Thank you.

Kindred has created an essential community for parents and carers. The team at Kindred have created a village for families walking a similar path. Some are a little further along than others and some are deep in the trenches just be starting to navigate their way.  But although every family’s path is different, we are all walking together in solidarity. This community creates strength & moves us forward with hope. When we have the right support, anything is possible.

I love being able to learn off other parents. I equally, if not slightly more, love being able to help other parents. It feels so good to be connected to a community – to MY community – through Kindred. I’ve had chat conversations with strangers for an hour who I’ve helped solve problems with, and vice versa. It’s such a crucial network for our well-being as parents and when we feel in control and informed them, we can support our kids to the best of our abilities.

Feeling connected with other like-minded & supportive other parents who are living similar (never the same) experiences, is empowering and comforting – I no longer feel alone – Thank you Kindred for assisting me to feel engaged & connected.  Since becoming a member of the Kindred family, I have been able to improve my skills as a parent of a child with a disability and strengthen my attitude to be a ‘can-do’ motivated & confident parent!

All the information that is provided is valued and I can become a bigger advocate for both of boys who have disabilities but also a more confident and stronger advocate for the disability community.

Kindred is a trusted and safe place to access invaluable information and support to help our family thrive.

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Busy schedules? We’ve got you covered!⁠
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We know attending live events isn’t always possible, especially when you’re juggling medical appointments, therapy sessions, and a busy family schedule. That’s why we’re excited to relaunch our recorded Conversations and introduce our new Info Sessions series!⁠
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How it works:⁠
✅ Keep your eyes out for events labelled Conversations and Info Sessions. ✅ Register and if you can’t make it live, we’ll send the recording straight to your inbox—ready to watch in the palm of your hand, whenever it works for you.⁠
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Find out more and register on our events page by visiting the Linkin.bio.⁠
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For families raising children with disability, delay and autism, parents play a vital role in shaping their child’s learning journey. ⁠
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@Kindredforfamilies is proud to partner with the Early Childhood Intervention Best Practice Network to bring families a free webinar series filled with practical knowledge and strategies to support your child’s education.⁠
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This 2 x four-session series offers tailored guidance for:⁠
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📚 Early Childhood Education & Care ⁠
(childcare, daycare, preschool) ⁠
Starting Monday 24 February ⁠
Find out more and register via Linkin.bio⁠
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📚 Primary School Years ⁠
Starting Wednesday 26 February ⁠
Find out more and register via Linkin.bio⁠
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Join us to hear from experienced parents, educators, and therapists sharing insights, real-life examples, and tools to help you advocate confidently and collaborate effectively —ensuring your child thrives. ⁠
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This series is brought to you by Kindred, a family-led not-for-profit supporting parents and carers of children with disability, developmental delay, and autism across New South Wales, in partnership with the Early Childhood Intervention Best Practice Network. ECIBPN is a collective of not-for-profit organisations supporting children with disability through evidence-based early intervention services and early childhood education across NSW, Vic and ACT. ⁠
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Do you wish you had more time for your own health and well-being?⁠
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Healthy Mothers Healthy Families is a FREE evidence-based program designed specifically for mothers raising children with disability. Backed by extensive research, it has been proven to help mothers carve out more time for exercise, creative pursuits, social connection, and self-care—while also reducing stress, anxiety, and depression.⁠
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Register now to be supported in prioritising your health and well-being while balancing the needs of your family.⁠
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New groups start soon, and spaces are strictly limited! Visit the Linkin.bio to register.⁠
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🔸 Mon 10 Feb, 7:30pm⁠
🔸 Tue 18 Feb, 10:00am ⁠
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Healthy Mothers Healthy Families* is an evidence-based online health education and empowerment program for mothers of children with disability. The program was developed by and is proprietary to Prof Helen Bourke-Taylor⁠
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To all the children who are returning to school today - a big Good Luck from Kindred! Whether it's your child's first day of primary school, they are starting at a new school, or transitioning to a new year, we hope your child has a successful start to the school year.⁠
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Remember first days can be challenging not only for students, but for parents and carers as well. One step at a time, one foot in front of the other, deep breaths along the way.⁠
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School is back across New South Wales, and it's time to schedule a check-in. ⁠
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Join us and share how the holidays were for your family, how your children found the return to school, or simply what's been happening in your life. The conversation will be guided by you. Ask for advice from the group or just connect with families walking a similar path.⁠
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📅 Thu, 6 Feb⁠
⏱️ 7:30 pm AEST⁠
✍️ Sign up and find out more info via the Linkin.bio⁠
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When Josh was a toddler, I noticed he was struggling with speech and play skills. On top of this, I was navigating a difficult separation and trying to ensure stability for my two boys. Balancing full-time work with endless appointments, therapy waiting lists, and school meetings left me utterly drained.⁠
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Josh's teachers would share reports of his meltdowns, and hearing he was at risk of suspension in kindergarten was devastating. I was overwhelmed by guilt and self-doubt—was I doing enough? I knew I was struggling but coming from a culture where asking for help isn’t always encouraged, I feared the judgment of others.⁠
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That’s why I’m so passionate about the ENVISAGE program. It provides the kind of support I wish I had during those overwhelming early years. ENVISAGE brings together families raising children with disability, delay, and autism and empowers us with evidence-based strategies to support our children's development alongside the wellbeing of our families.⁠
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Importantly, the program reminds us that by reaching out for support, we’re not only helping ourselves but also helping our children and families.⁠
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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join the free ENVISAGE Workshop for families raising children with disability, delay, or autism in the Inner West!⁠
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📅 Starting Monday, 17 February⁠
⏰ 10:30 AM (AEDT/NSW Time)⁠
📍@theinfantshome - 17 Henry St, Ashfield NSW⁠
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ENVISAGE is coming to Ashfield!⁠
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ENVISAGE the free strengths-based parenting program for families raising children with developmental concern, disability, delay and autism is coming to Ashfield in the Inner West of Sydney.⁠
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Developed in collaboration with parents, professionals and researchers, ENVISAGE is fully funded by the Australian Government. It will introduce you to evidence-based frameworks and practical strategies to support your child and family to thrive. ⁠
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Kindred is facilitating a face-to-face workshop at @theinfantshome in Ashfield. Spaces are limited. Register today! ⁠
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📅  Mondays 10:30 am - 12:00 pm ⁠
17 February – 17 March 2025 ⁠
The Infants Home: 17 Henry St, Ashfield ⁠
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@Kindredforfamilies is excited to launch Virtual Autism MyTime – a welcoming, supportive and informative space for parents and caregivers navigating the journey of raising autistic children. ⁠
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Autism MyTime sessions will regularly feature guest speakers, professionals and neuroaffirming experts, offering valuable insights and practical guidance. The group is facilitated by Kristy, a trained peer facilitator and parent of an autistic child, who will lead thoughtful discussions, creating a safe and supportive place where families can share and learn from each other. ⁠
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Find out more and register today for an upcoming session >> Links in bio! ☝️
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Autism & Education ⁠
Wed, 5 Feb, 8 PM AEDT ⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/virtualmytime0502 ⁠
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Autism, Psychology & the NDIS ⁠
Wed, 19 Feb, 8 PM AEDT ⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/virtualmytime1902 ⁠
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Using Visuals ⁠
Wed, 5 Mar, 8 PM AEDT ⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/virtualmytime0503 ⁠
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Understanding Neuroaffirming Care ⁠
Wed, 19 Mar, 8 PM AEDT ⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/virtualmytime1903 ⁠
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Connect & Chat ⁠
Wed, 2 Apr, 8 PM AEDT ⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/virtualmytime0204 ⁠
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While Autism MyTime is tailored to the experiences of families raising autistic children, we also warmly welcome parents and carers who maybe exploring an autism diagnosis for their child or raising a child with a developmental delay or disability and feel the topics may resonate with their parenting journey. ⁠
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🤝 Gain practical information, learn from the experiences of other and connect with families walking similar journeys at Virtual Autism MyTime. ⁠
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📢 We’re thrilled to announce that Kindred will be running Healthy Mothers Healthy Families Workshops in 2025! 🎉 ⁠
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HMHF is the longest-running, most effective program for mothers of children with disabilities in the world - and it is the perfect way to kick start the new year and prioritise you! ⁠
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Join over 1,200 mothers who have participated in HMHF to improve their health and well-being, all while balancing the needs of their families. ⁠
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Hurry our new workshops are starting soon, and spaces are already filling quickly: ⁠
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🔸 Mon 10 Feb 7:30pm ⁠
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Healthy Mothers Healthy Families* is an evidence-based online health education and empowerment program for mothers of children with disability. The program was developed by and is proprietary to Prof Helen Bourke-Taylor.