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Now & Next Program

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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 your 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

19/01/2026

Now & Next encourages a positive mindset. Discover all the good things you are already doing for your child and family, then build on them with new skills to achieve more positive outcomes with less effort 🙌

⭐ Now & Next February 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’re dedicated to supporting families to become more confident and connected, because stronger families lead to better outcomes for children.

👉 Learn more and register for your free spot:
https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

14/01/2026

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 February 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-ndis/

12/01/2026

✨ Focusing on your child's strengths can increase engagement, motivation and resilience. Give them plenty of opportunities to make choices and show you what they love doing.

🙌🏼 Positive psychology is the foundation of Now & Next, and school holidays are a perfect time for encouraging children to follow their interests. This strengths-based approach can also lead to great outcomes for the whole family!

⭐ Now & Next February 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’re dedicated to building the capability of parents and carers, because stronger families lead to better outcomes for children. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the program at no cost!

👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

07/01/2026

🌱 Build on your child's strengths to help them thrive! Now & Next is an evidence-based program supporting families of children with disability or developmental concerns.

Run by trained parent peer workers raising a neurodivergent child, you will learn strategies for positive outcomes and how to achieve more with less effort. We look forward to sharing our resources with you!

⭐ Now & Next February 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.

Valued at $1,232, don't miss this opportunity to experience Now & Next at no cost!
👉 www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

05/01/2026

Creating a vision for your child and family is a vital first step to develop goals for a good life. At Now & Next, parents do this in the first session with Pictability, our fun and intuitive planning resource. Setting a vision enables you to picture the future you want for the whole family.

⭐ Now & Next February 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.

Valued at $1,232, don't miss this opportunity to experience Now & Next at no cost!
https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

31/12/2025

🎇 A new year brings new goals and possibilities. Thank you for being a part of our community; we've held a wonderful 10-year celebration, an empowering in-person Family Conference with Belongside Families, and received such lovely feedback about our new school program.

🙌 We hope you continue to connect with us and each other to get inspired in 2026. Wishing you all the best for the new year!

23/12/2025

🎉 The holidays are here! We would like to thank all the families who have connected with us in 2025. Together, we have shared stories and learnt so much from each another. We wish you a wonderful festive season with family and friends!

22/12/2025

The holidays and festive season are a lovely time to slow down and plan moments to cherish with your child and family. They remind us about what truly matters.

Many Now & Next parents tell us that spending quality time together as a family is an important goal for them. Outcomes from the program show us that when families thrive, children do too. We hope you find many special moments together.

⭐ Free for families in Australia. Now & Next February groups are being offered at no cost to families as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Valued at $1,232, don't miss this opportunity to experience Now & Next for free!
https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

18/12/2025

Now & Next is time well spent. As well as providing families with practical strategies and resources, our program has built a thriving community of support.

Some graduates have become friends; others keep in touch online. Feeling understood, learning together and enjoying time with others makes all the difference.

⭐ Free for families in Australia. Now & Next February groups are being offered at no cost to families as part of a research collaboration between University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne, Monash University and Plumtree.

Valued at $1,232, don't miss this opportunity to experience Now & Next for free!
https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

16/12/2025

The Now & Next program is based on positive psychology. By focusing on strengths, you will plan and achieve goals for your child, your family and yourself during the online course.

✨ Learn how to do more with less effort in our evidence-based program. Register now for our February 2026 groups, free for all families in Australia!
https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

11/12/2025

Now & Next groups are run by peer workers: trained parents or carers who are raising a neurodivergent child. Peer workers offer a different kind of support that sits alongside your child’s therapists and educators. We complement them by bringing something only lived experience can offer.

We share what helped us and what we’ve learned. Sometimes hearing from another parent who’s been there can make a difference.

✨ This video is taken from our free eBook, Support for Developmental Concerns: An introduction to early childhood professionals. Visit our resources page to explore our eBooks, tips and strategies!
https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families/resources/

08/12/2025

🎉 In Now & Next, we recognise that focusing on your child and family's strengths promotes wellbeing. Together, we build on what’s working well and explore possibilities to create a vision and achievable goals for the future.

🙌🏼 Our February 2026 groups are free for all families in Australia. Learn more and join our community!
https://www.plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next-ndis/

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Yabsley Avenue, Jarvie Park
Marrickville, NSW
2204

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	10:30am - 12:30pm

Website

https://plumtree.org.au/for-families-by-families/now-next/

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