New Parents Workshop

November 30, 2022

10:30 am - 12:30 pm (VIC)

Online (Zoom)

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Join our new parents workshop

 
An opportunity to learn more about Down syndrome and DSV and other relevant services and supports. It is also an opportunity to meet and connect with other new parents.

Date

Wednesday 30 November, 2022

10:30am – 12:30pm (VIC)

The session will run for 2 hours.

Location

This is an online event (Zoom).

About the event

Join Down Syndrome Victoria’s Family Support Manager, Sonia Bonadio, for an opportunity to learn more about Down syndrome and DSV and other relevant services and supports. It is also an opportunity to meet and connect with other new parents.

This workshop is for families with a new baby with Down syndrome.

Participants will gain knowledge about:

  • Learn about Down syndrome and what to expect as a parent/carer 
  • Learn about NDIS/ECEI 
  • How can DSV support you 
  • Learn about support and services that are relevant to the care of your child 
  • Develop peer connections and meet other new parents 

For more information contact Family Support Manager, Sonia Bonadio, on 9486 9600 or email soniab@dsav.asn.au.

This workshop is provided free of charge thanks to funding from Better Start.

To Register

Register online here:

Presenters

Sonia Bonadio

Sonia Bonadio, Family Support Manager, DSV

Sonia is a social worker and a parent of a child with Down syndrome. She has worked with services in the disability sector, mental health and community based prenatal services. In 2016 Sonia worked as a MyTime Facilitator for DSV and thoroughly enjoyed her time facilitating the group, providing her with a great opportunity to gain understanding and knowledge in many areas relating to families who have or who are caring for children who have Down syndrome.

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