Haven on Max’s Island  Podcast
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Haven on Max’s Island Podcast

We had the privilege of sharing some of our story and how Haven came to be over on the Max's Island Podcast.

Big thank you to Tony for making us comfortable and keeping the conversation on track.

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Haven Reflects on its 1st Year
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Haven Reflects on its 1st Year

August, marks one year since Haven went live! We can’t believe it’s already been 12 months. It’s been an exciting journey...

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Feeling Safe, Socially
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Feeling Safe, Socially

Recently, Haven was fortunate enough to have Ryan Honschooten speak with us about how sport has helped him to form social connections. Ryan is totally blind and an NDIS participant himself. He works with youth who are vision impaired, is an international athlete, and an Australian of the Year nominee…

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Money and Mental Health
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Money and Mental Health

Today marked our second Haven Hour of 2024, where we explored the connection between money and mental health. Haven’s Support Coordinator, Daniel (Rhys) Graham, shared a budget template he created. He emphasised its value in understanding your income and expenses and keeping track of spending, among other benefits…

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Haven Hour Participants are Ready for 40 Winks 
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Haven Hour Participants are Ready for 40 Winks 

To kick off our very first Haven Hour, we were thrilled to have the incredible Dr. Sue McCabe, an experienced occupational therapist specialising in sleep, share a presentation on promoting good sleep habits.

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Preparing to Start School for the First Time
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Preparing to Start School for the First Time

Starting school is a significant milestone in any child's life. For parents of children with developmental delay or disability, preparing for this transition can be both exciting and challenging. The key…

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6 Steps to Prioritising Self This Festive Season
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6 Steps to Prioritising Self This Festive Season

The festive season is a special time, but that doesn't mean it's an easy time. You may experience a range of emotions from happiness and joy to anxiety and loneliness. It's important to prioritise yourself during the festive season.

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5 Tips to Help Choose the Perfect Christmas Gift for Any Child
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5 Tips to Help Choose the Perfect Christmas Gift for Any Child

Christmas Shopping can be a delightful but challenging experience, particularly when taking into account a child's unique needs. When preparing to select a Christmas gift for a child with specific needs such as disability, it's important to approach the task with care and consideration…

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