Parents of a child living with a disability sometimes report it can feel like an overwhelming experience at first. But many parents of special needs children and those with disabilities will tell you it’s overcoming these challenges which invoke happiness, they had otherwise not considered possible. Fair Go Access is here to help parents along their way.

Embrace Optimism

The unique challenges you face as the parent of a child living with additional needs will offer you the chance to deal with negative situations and stress in a much healthier way, beneficial not only to your child but to you and your life in general. As your child’s most important influence, they will learn from the way you handle potentially adverse situations. Remaining optimistic and maintaining a sense of calm will ensure you’re both in the best position to overcome issues together. Fair Go Access has the tools and resources to help you with this.

Educate Yourself

It’s very important to understand the specific situation of your child. That’s why learning about their unique needs is imperative. You can engage the help of disability services like Fair Go Access, join forums full of others in your situation or similar, consult child psychologists, teachers and therapists, along with many other online tools. One thing to remember, however, is that there is nobody who knows your child better than you, so it helps to pay attention and learn from them.

Express Your Emotions

Realise that the emotional roller coaster you may find yourself on at times is perfectly normal, especially if you are still getting used to the idea of being a parent to a child with additional needs or a child with a disability. Lean on your support network of family and friends and, if necessary, seek professional help of your own. Your mental well-being is every bit as important as that of your child, not least of all because they need you at your best.

Enlist Professional Help

There are people trained and qualified to help you. Fair Go Access disability services provide an array of different ways of helping. Professional help not only lightens your load but affords your child a better chance for a fulfilling life.

To find out more about our disability services and how we can provide you with support for your child, call Fair Go Access on 03 5298 2746.