Grandparents
Doing It
Tough…
Who is this group for?
This monthly support group is for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren.
Learn More About
Grandparents
doing it tough
We know grandparents face many challenges when confronted with the unexpected responsibility of caring for young children or teenagers, including:
- Loss of independence, and retirement plans
- Emotional and psychological issues
- Behavioural problems/lack of behavioural strategies
- Challenges with setting boundaries or establishing routines
- Social isolation
- Dealing with courts and the legal system
- Increased stress and financial hardship
- Decreased energy
- Child development issues
- Grief and loss
- Dealing with schools and advocating for children
- Holiday care activities/respite care
- Accessing community resources, especially for young people with disabilities
Join us for this support group, which will offer you:
- Understanding
- Friendship
- Shared experiences and knowledge
- Social activities
- Parenting strategies
- Support and advocacy
- Education
- Guest speakers
Group Meeting Info
Fees, times & how to book
FEES: FREE
LOCATION: Tocumwal Library, 57 Deniliquin Street, Tocumwal
WHEN: Every 3rd Friday of the month (view in calendar)
TIME: 10:00am – 12:00pm
FACILITATOR: Tammy
FORMS:
HOW TO APPLY: For further information or to register your interest please contact Centacare South West NSW call 1300 619 379 or enquire online.
Enquire Online
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What’s coming up?
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May 2023
Caring Dads Course
A FREE 17 week face to face program supporting men to develop child-centred fathering skills and stop controlling, unhealthy behaviours through a combination of active group discussions & practice exercises. ...
July 2023
Keeping Kids Calm
Does your child struggle with:
• Big emotions
• Stress & Anxiety
• Overstimulation
• Impulse control and remaining calm.
Then you must see this program-Keeping Kids Calm!
...
August 2023
Keeping Kids In Mind
This 5-week program is for separated parents who are experiencing ongoing conflict. Meets every Tuesday for 5 weeks starting 30th May 2023 ...
Engaging Adolescents
A 3 week online education course helping parents or carers resolve difficult behaviour in teenagers. ...
Anger Management
A 5-week online program for parents who have difficulty controlling their anger which may be impacting on their family relationships. This course is especially suitable for separated parents who have been court-ordered or legally-recommended to attend an Anger Management program. ...
September 2023
Impacts of Trauma on a Child’s Development
Helping children who have experienced trauma. ...
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