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Parenting Support

Parenting a child with complex needs can be incredibly lonely - feeling like all the traditional parenting advice doesn't work, feeling judged when your child's behaviour doesn't meet neurotypical expectations, wanting to do the right thing but not knowing what the right thing is.

We aim to provide support to parents and wider whānau, as well as their children, to help everyone thrive.

1:1 Parent Coaching

We provide individualised strategies to help you manage concerns at home and support areas of need that have surfaced during an assessment.

Common topics include:

Sleep or toileting plans

Support for transitions to bedtime, school etc

How to manage a child with complex needs alongside other siblings

Supporting infants and children aged 0 - 8

Learning Opportunity

Circle of Security

Circle of Security ® Parenting (COS-P) is an evidence-based parenting programme that helps caregivers strengthen their relationship with their child by helping them:

Understand their child's behaviour as a communication of underlying needs and feelings.

Recognise and respond to cues for connection, reassurance and support.

Be a "secure base" from which a child can explore and a "safe haven" for them to return to when distressed.

Your questions answered...

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered online, over 8 weeks, for 1.5 hours /week at lunchtimes or in the evening.

How many people are in the course?

8-10 people is the maximum, with a couple counting as 2 people.

Do you have to be a parent to attend?

This course is best suited for a parent, foster parent or caregiver. Professionals who support children are better suited to other courses.

Does my child have to be with PerVigeō for me to attend the course?

No - the course is open to all parents.

What is the best age to do this course?

Circle of Security Parenting is primarily designed for parents of young children, 0-6 years. We recommend waiting until your child is over 6 months old before starting. Circle of Security Parenting is also beneficial for parents of older children, 7-12 years.

Book a place on our next Circle of Security course

Our next virtual course is planned to be run fortnightly, starting Mon 10th August from 7-8.30pm. Contact us below for details on times and pricing and to secure your place.
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Please note: The course needs a minimum number of participants to run.

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