Indigenous Parenting and Children's Program

Our aim in working with Indigenous families and children is to develop culturally supportive and respectful relationships, understanding sometimes people just need someone to talk to, or to feel understood or to seek support with how to help their family. Ngala is committed to working with families to meet their individual needs.

The following are examples of some ways Ngala may be able to assist you:

• Information about available services
• Support with appointments
• Support with other services or departments

• Linking with other services such as schools, childcare, health

Parenting and Play Yarning Time

Ngala Yorgas will explore ways in which parent/carers can nurture their children’s physical, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual needs in culturally appropriate settings. Including:

• Parenting skills Healthy nutrition
• Children’s development and routines
• Children’s behaviour
• Strengthening positive family relationships
• Building self esteem

• Coping with everyday stress

Koorlanga Play and Learning (At Parenting and Play Time)

Ngala Yorgas will enhance and nurture the positive early development for Koorlanga with early learning experiences which build on Koorlanga strength. They will enable Koorlanga to confidently expand their understanding and to engage with new knowledge, skills and interests through activities like:

• Painting and drawing
• Reading and puppet play
• Collage, playdough and clay
• Cooking and pretend play
• Music and dance

• Building and construction play

More information about Ngala's Indigenous Programs.

Parenting and Play Yarning Time Locations

Transport and Lunch Provided

Midland

Mondays – 9.30am onwards

Middle Swan Primary School, Lot 574 Cockman Cross, Stratton

 Tuesdays and Thursdays – 9.30am onwards

Moorditj Noongar Community College, Eddie Barron Drive, Midland

Banksia Grove

Wednesdays – 9.30am onwards

Neerabup Primary School, 14 Mist Place, Banksia Grove

More information about Ngala's Indigenous Programs.

Contact Details

Telephone: 9368 9308 or 0400 829 908

Email: indigenous@ngala.com.au

This program has been funded by the Australian Government Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs.

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