Now & Next Program

Now & Next Program Now & Next is an innovative, award-winning program for parents, family members, and carers of children with concerns about their child’s development.

N&N helps you develop skills to achieve positive outcomes for your child, your family & yourself Life can be overwhelming for parents or carers if their children don’t develop or behave in the same way as other children. Parents often wonder if there is something more they could be doing to help. Now & Next™ is an 8-session interactive program that can help you to make a positive difference for yo

ur child. We know that parents and carers make the biggest difference in their child’s life. Not by doing more, but by achieving more with less effort. Your valuable time will be well spent because we measure the outcomes and it works.

-94% of parents said: ‘Our child is learning new skills’
-95% of parents said: ‘Our child has positive family relationships’
-91% of parents said: ‘Our child is making choices and communicating’
(*Parents who have completed the Now and Next program reported on the achievements of their child outcomes at the end of the program.) Join the program and you will:
• Learn how to achieve more with less effort
• Use your strengths to make small changes that create a big impact for your child
• Learn how to increase the well-being and resilience of your entire family
• Learn strategies that have worked for other families
• Use our practical toolkit to get the best for your child when funding is limited

🗓 Registrations for May Now & Next groups close this Thursday! Created to support families of children with disability o...
27/04/2026

🗓 Registrations for May Now & Next groups close this Thursday! Created to support families of children with disability or developmental concerns, Now & Next brings parents together to explore goals and strategies for the whole family to thrive.

Now & Next facilitators are parents or carers raising a child with a disability. Our shared experience helps create a space where you feel respected and understood.

⭐ Now & Next May groups are free for all families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Learn more about our May groups and register:
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

If you have concerns about your child’s development, Now & Next creates a respectful and supportive space for parents to...
24/04/2026

If you have concerns about your child’s development, Now & Next creates a respectful and supportive space for parents to work toward meaningful goals and positive outcomes.

🗓️ Registrations for our free May groups close on 30 April. We have a wealth of information to share and would love to see you!

👉 Find out if Now & Next is right for your family and register:
www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

Now & Next brings parents together to focus on what matters most for their child and family to thrive. The program is ru...
22/04/2026

Now & Next brings parents together to focus on what matters most for their child and family to thrive. The program is run by parents who are raising a child with a disability or developmental delay and trained to support families.

Our shared experience creates a respectful and understanding space for you to:
• Set strengths-based goals
• Plan small, practical steps to achieve them
• Connect with other families and learn together

🗓️ Now & Next May groups are closing soon. Free for all families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Learn more 👉 https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

20/04/2026

Stronger families lead to better outcomes for children. See how Now & Next supported Jess with practical resources and a caring space to build confidence and take positive steps for her family ❤️

✨ Now & Next May groups are free for all families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Learn more about our May groups. Registrations are closing soon.
👉 https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

Creating a vision for your child and family is a vital first step towards setting meaningful goals. At Now & Next, paren...
15/04/2026

Creating a vision for your child and family is a vital first step towards setting meaningful goals. At Now & Next, parents do this in the first session using Pictability, our fun and intuitive planning resource. This activity enables you to reflect and picture the future you want for the whole family.

✨ Now & Next May groups are free for all families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Learn more about our May groups and see if Now & Next is right for your family:
👉 https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

Our May groups are starting soon! If you have concerns about your child’s development and are looking for support, you’r...
13/04/2026

Our May groups are starting soon! If you have concerns about your child’s development and are looking for support, you’re not alone. Now & Next is an online program that brings parents together to focus on what matters most for their child and family to thrive.

Now & Next is run by parent peer workers who are raising a child with developmental differences and trained to support families. Our shared experience helps create a space where you feel respected and understood while learning about setting goals and connecting with others.

Parents who have completed Now & Next tell us that:
• 94% saw their child learn new skills
• 95% strengthened family relationships
• 91% saw their child communicate more and make choices

⭐ Now & Next is free for families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between the University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Learn more about our May groups.
👉 https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

08/04/2026

📸 Taking family photos and creating memories brings happiness. Every picture tells a story: when we capture a nice moment, it's a reminder of something important or something we're grateful for.

In Now & Next, many of our activities are designed to bring your family closer together. We hope you're enjoying the holidays and creating wonderful memories ❤️

Our May groups are free for all families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree. Learn more 👉 https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

01/04/2026

As parents and carers, we make the biggest difference to our children's lives. The skills you learn at Now & Next support your child and family to thrive, and it’s always inspiring to hear the outcomes that families achieve 🙌🏼

During the program, we will explore topics such as:
• Planning goals and taking small, practical steps towards them
• Building on your child and family's strengths to make a big impact
• Supporting your child and family's wellbeing with practical strategies

⭐ Now & Next May groups are free for all families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Life may be full, but Now & Next is time well spent. Learn more about our program and register:
www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

30/03/2026

Now & Next is time well spent. As well as practical strategies and resources, our program has built a community of families learning and growing together.

Some graduates became friends; others keep in touch online. Feeling understood, sharing stories and enjoying time with others makes all the difference.

✨ Now & Next May groups are free for all families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Stronger families lead to better outcomes for children. Learn more and register for your free spot.
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next

Pictability is one of the evidence-based resources we share with families at Now & Next to plan and set goals. We design...
25/03/2026

Pictability is one of the evidence-based resources we share with families at Now & Next to plan and set goals. We designed the activity like a game to be fun and intuitive. The Pictability kit is valued over $100; it is yours to keep and continue using in the future as your child and family's goals change.

⭐ Now & Next May groups are free for all families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

We have a wealth of information to share and look forward to seeing you! Learn more and register for your free spot:
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next

23/03/2026

If you have concerns about your child’s development, Now & Next brings parents together to focus on what matters most for their child and family to thrive 🙌

The online program is run by parent peer workers who are raising a child with a disability and trained to support families. We bring our insights to create a space where you feel respected and understood.

Parents who completed Now & Next report:
• 94% saw their child learn new skills
• 95% strengthened family relationships
• 91% saw their child communicate more and make choices

⭐ May 2026 groups are free for families in Australia as part of a research collaboration between the University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Stronger families lead to better outcomes for children. Learn more about Now & Next and register:
https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

Setting relevant, achievable goals is a big part of the Now & Next program. Our resources help you identify what's impor...
18/03/2026

Setting relevant, achievable goals is a big part of the Now & Next program. Our resources help you identify what's important for your child and family. Then you learn how to break goals down into smaller steps and make them happen!

"Helping our child make more friends", "more family outings" and "finding time for ourselves" are some goals that Now & Next families set. Hope our Term 1 participants are enjoying the program!

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Marrickville, NSW
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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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