In 2020 Time For Wellbeing has extended its early years focus to include a range of programs that support both parents’ and children’s social and emotional learning.

So far this year, 76 Roxby Downs parents have engaged with our training programs, including the internationally renowned Circle of Security Parenting eight week course, Melbourne University-designed program Tuning In To Kids (6-8 week course) and the locally-designed parent discussion groups Emotionally Intelligent Parenting.

These programs are delivered weekly in the Roxby Downs Children’s Centre Family Room or the Community Hub and run during school terms with “just for Dads” groups also offered.

With a population estimated at more 4,000 people, an average age of 30, and family sizes higher than the national average, Roxby Downs has a high percentage of young, working families. Many local parents are raising children separated from their extended family. Friendship networks and the isolation of living remotely – combined with the challenges of balancing family life with long and rotating shifts – can bring additional stress to families.

Our Early Years Program Coordinator Hayley Scrivens has co-created many tools and resources with the Emotionally Intelligent (EI) Parenting groups which are available and on display in the Roxby Downs Community Hub. Parents and educators can make an appointment with Hayley for coaching and creating wellbeing plans to support children’s emotional and social learning. Please contact hayley@healthyenvirons.com.au