May 8, 2020
By Lisa Pirihi – Support Parent Coordinator for Parent to Parent Food Allergies and Intolerances An allergy occurs when the body’s immune system reacts to a […]
March 2, 2020
By Louise Ratcliffe BSc(hons). Support and Information Team Leader The draft Disability Employment Action1 plan was put out for consultation from 25th November 2019 through to 21st February 2020. […]
February 13, 2020
A new study reveals having a sibling with an intellectual disability provides an opportunity for a better-quality sibling relationship with higher levels of empathy and closeness, […]
January 30, 2020
Tips to support peer inclusion and understanding of autism in the classroom A guide for parents and educators Peer attitudes towards individuals with autism play a […]
December 10, 2019
By Louise Ratcliffe BSc (Hons) – Information Officer for Parent to Parent Inc Parents constantly feel under scrutiny thanks to media portrayals of ‘ideal family life’, and the […]
December 1, 2019
By Julie Peake Former Parent to Parent and Altogether Autism researcherB Soc. Sci (Hons) (Psychology and Sociology), Dip Social Work, PG Dip SSS Travelling can be challenging, […]
November 1, 2019
By Lisa Pirihi – Accountabilities Coordinator for Parent to Parent Developing a life plan, or future planning, for a child or family member with a disability helps to […]
October 1, 2019
What is it? Depression ranges in seriousness from mild, temporary episodes of sadness to severe, persistent depression. It isn’t the same as depression caused by a loss, such […]
October 1, 2019
By JULIE PEAKE, B.Soc.Sci (Hons – Psychology & Sociology), Dip Social Work, PG Dip SS Supervision. Registered Social Worker. When a child in a family has a disability and/or […]
September 1, 2019
By Alicia King, Information Officer Rise of adolescents suffering from anxiety According to Ministry of Health (2018) the number of adolescents suffering from anxiety over the […]
August 15, 2019
By Louise Ratcliffe BSc(hons) Information Officer for Parent to Parent Inc What? The process of diagnosing Autism in a person over the age of 18 is […]
June 28, 2019
By Louise Ratcliffe BSc(Hons) – Information Officer for Parent to Parent Inc Puberty can be a challenging and tumultuous time not just for kids, but also […]
May 16, 2019
Picky eating. Every parent will have a story to tell when it comes to children and food. If your child’s eating is causing ongoing distress, trust your […]
April 5, 2019
Disability support services to assist you to reach your goals and maximise independence, NASC is the first step for people living with a disability to access government funded […]
March 1, 2019
By Louise Ratcliffe BSc(hons), Information Officer for Parent to Parent Inc What is EGL? EGL stands for ‘Enabling Good Lives’ which is a concept created in […]
February 1, 2019
By SUSAN FINDLAY, BTchg When relationships end, it is difficult for all involved to work through the myriad of emotional, financial, legal and day-to-day practicalities and […]
December 4, 2018
By SUSAN FINDLAY, BTchg Parent to Parent Information OfficerThe intention of this article is to provide ideas for the development of positive relationships between families (whānau/carers) […]
November 8, 2018
Compiled by Louise Ratcliffe BSc (hons), Information Officer, Parent to Parent An Individual Education Plan (IEP) is the plan that is developed for your child when […]
October 4, 2018
By JULIE PEAKE, B.Soc.Sci (Hons – Psychology & Sociology), Dip Social Work, PG Dip SS Supervision. Registered Social Worker. Parent to Parent/Altogether Autism Researcher Disabled people […]
September 6, 2018
By REBECCA ARMSTRONG, MAppPsy Parent to Parent Researcher FASD is an umbrella term for children or adults with a multitude of symptoms and confirmed maternal consumption […]
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