Carer Connection Event – Calm, Connect, Communicate

June 24, 2026

10:00am (QLD)

Springfield, QLD

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About this workshop

This free event provides carers with information and guidance in key areas of communication, sensory processing, emotional regulation and behaviour.

Gain a clearer understanding and learn practical strategies tailored to your child’s needs, all in a supportive space with experienced therapists

Enjoy lunch, ask questions and connect with other carers.

Meet our guest speakers from Cooee Speech Pathology:

Thida:
Thida is an experienced Speech Pathologist and Clinical Lead who is deeply passionate about making high-quality, practical information accessible for all families. She has over 8 years of experience supporting children and young people across a wide range of communication needs, with particular interests in early communication development, multilingual communication, and the teenage years. Thida is known for her ability to translate clinical knowledge into real-life strategies that fit each family’s unique context, empowering carers to feel confident and supported.

Kiara:

Kiara is a compassionate Occupational Therapist who is dedicated to working collaboratively with families to support each child’s unique strengths and goals. With a strong focus on sensory processing, regulation, and participation in everyday activities, Kiara brings a thoughtful and family-centred approach to her work. She has experience delivering group programs and presentations, and is passionate about equipping carers with strategies they can confidently use in real life.

Date

Date: Wednesday, 24 June, 2026

Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm (QLD)

Location

Springfield, Queensland – exact location provided upon registration

To Register

*Minimum numbers will apply for this event to go ahead.

The Event Registration is taken in accordance with our Event Terms and Conditions.

More information can be found through our Client Information page online.

Privacy: Your personal information and data is appropriately collected, stored and managed based on our Privacy Policy. Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disability Queensland’s privacy policy is available at https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/privacy-policy/. The policy contains important information about how we use the information we collect, how you can access and request correction of information we hold about you, how you may complain about a breach of the Australian Privacy Principles and how we will deal with any privacy complaints. If you have any questions, our contact details are office@dsidq.org.au, phone: 07 3356 6655 or mail: PO Box 356, Hamilton Central, QLD 4007. More information is also available on our Client Information Sheet available here: https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/qld/client-information/

This event is supported by: