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Struggling with reading, writing, or language skills?
We’re excited to introduce Ruth, our knowledgeable Allied Health Assistant, who combines her teaching expertise with advanced training in the Orton-Gillingham approach. This highly effective, research-based method is perfect for individuals of all ages, from young children to adults, including those with dyslexia and other learning challenges.
What we offer:
Personalised 1:1 support
Strategies to build confidence and literacy skills
Tailored programs to suit individual learning needs
60-minute lessons
With Ruth’s dedication and expertise, you or your loved one can build the foundational skills needed for successful reading and writing.
Contact us today at support@fidlerandford.com.au to learn more or book a session!
Together, let’s unlock the power of literacy!
What are the components of Multisensory Learning?
Sight
Hearing
Touch
Movement
https://www.orton-gillingham.com/approach/
Art Therapy for Physical and Mental Health
Fidler and Ford in St Helens Tasmania, use art therapy such as pottery to help with Physical and Mental Health Improvements.
The arts access and engage different parts of the brain that form a posture of mindfulness and awareness.
Art therapy improves self-esteem, confidence and self-awareness. It has been proven to help with anxiety, depression, stress and a number of other mental health disorders.
Art Therapy can be implemented in a participants NDIS plan.
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Using Equine Therapy as Mental Health Treatment
Equine-assisted therapy encompasses a range of treatments that involve activities with horses and other equines to promote human physical and mental health.
Equine facilitated psychotherapy may be just as effective with children and teens as it is with adult clients. As with adults, children can experience challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more.
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Mental Health Social Worker
Social workers support people to make change in their lives to improve their personal and social well-being. This happens by identifying issues that require change and connecting people with support such as secure housing or family therapy. Social workers have knowledge of human behavior and development, life cycle stages, families and social networks, disability and health, including mental health.
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NDIS Care & Support
Do you usually need disability-specific supports to complete daily life activities?
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https://www.ndis.gov.au/
Psychosocial disability
A psychosocial disability arises when someone with a mental health condition interacts with a social environment that presents barriers to their equality with others. Psychosocial disability may restrict a person's ability to: be in certain types of environments.
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disorders.https://www.ndis.gov.au/understanding/how-ndis-works/mental-health-and-ndis
NDIS Support Coordination
A Support Coordinator helps you manage and implement your NDIS plan and funding options. We can help you prepare a NDIS support plan at Fidler and Ford.
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https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/using-your-plan/who-can-help-start-your-plan/support-coordination
Chickens improve your psychological wellbeing.
Chickens improve your psychological wellbeing.
While it may come as a surprise to some, chickens offer significant therapeutic benefits for people of all ages and are proving a powerful therapeutic tool for those suffering from anxiety, depression, isolation, loneliness and dementia.
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https://www.altaira.com.au/