At AEIOU Foundation, we help children with autism live their best lives. For more information, call 1300 273 435 or visit aeiou.org.au.
We provide leading early intervention therapies and specialised childcare for children aged 2 to 6 years. AEIOU Foundation’s social media community guidelines
We use this page to raise awareness and promote positive discussion about early intervention for children with autism. We welcome you to be part of the conversation, keeping in mind this platform needs to remain a supportive environment for all involved. As such, we have some guidelines in place to ensure all discussions are fair and appropriate for our community. Please review these guidelines before you jump into the dialogue and as they say; if in doubt, don’t post it! If you have an enquiry outside the scope of this page, please email communications@aeiou.org.au
A note on privacy
As a children’s organisation, privacy is our main priority. Please do not post any personal information which might identify either yourself or another person, child, family or staff member. In addition, any reference to claims against a child or a staff member working with our children will be immediately removed from the site and you will be asked to make contact with us in person. If you have something important to discuss with us, please do so via the correct channels such as your Centre Manager or Central Office. What is acceptable
- Informed debate and discussion,
- Courteous, respectful and supportive comments
- Free expression of opinion
What is not
- Misleading or inaccurate remarks
- Threatening or harassing tone
- Defamatory, disrespectful, rude or profane language or comments
- Discouraging to others who want to engage
- Repetitive content which is consistently off topic or judged to be "trolling"
- Solicitations or advertisements
- Facilitating illegal activity
- Hate speech directly attacking people based on their: race, ethnicity, nationality, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender or disability
How we moderate
As the administrators of AEIOU Foundation’s official page, we reserve the right to moderate and remove content we deem to be inappropriate, offensive or off-topic. If we do so, we’ll make sure you are aware what has occurred. If we find ourselves removing your content on a regular basis, we may be required to block you as a user from our page for a period of time. If you believe content should not have been removed, please contact the AEIOU communications team at communications@aeiou.org.au
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We’ve got an exciting opportunity to be part of something BIG at the Broncos vs Cowboys game on April 10 — and we need your help to make it happen!
✨ We’re aiming for 70 amazing volunteers to join us for the Broncos 50/50 Charity Raffle — and every single person makes a real difference.
🙌 What’s involved?
-Arrive about 1 hour before gates open
- Quick briefing + full support on the night
- Team up in pairs
- Soak up an electric game-day atmosphere!
💛 Why it matters
Our charity receives a share of the funds raised — so the more volunteers we have, the more we can raise to support children and families in our community.
👥 Who can join?
- Friends
- Family
- Partners
- Workmates
(Anyone 18+ — no experience needed!)
🎉 It’s a fun, social night at the footy for a great cause — what more could you want?
🎉 It's a fun, social night at the footy for a great cause — what more could you want?le — and every single person makes a real difference. happen!
💬 Tag a friend, bring a mate (or two!), and share this post to help us reach our goal of 70 volunteers!
Together, we can turn game night into real impact 🧡
Event Timing: April 10th, 2026 Event Address: Suncorp Stadium Contact us at 07 3320 7500 or communications@aeiou.org.au Please note: Volunteers must be over the age of 18 years old.
16/02/2026
✨ This is what AEIOU can achieve for children with autism ✨
During her time at AEIOU, Niamh made incredible progress—not just in her development but also in her happiness and confidence. She was content, supported, and truly cared for in a safe, accepting space designed for children like her.
For Niamh’s family, AEIOU offered so much more than childcare. It brought peace of mind. Knowing their child was safe and understood improved their mental health, reduced daily stress, and provided meaningful respite. It even made it possible to spend precious one-on-one time with siblings—moments that wouldn’t have been achievable otherwise.
With the guidance, therapy, and unwavering support from the AEIOU team, nothing ever felt like a burden. Every step forward was shared, supported, and celebrated.
Today, Niamh is ready for her next chapter at school—and much of that readiness is thanks to the care, expertise, and dedication of the AEIOU community.
💛 We are so grateful to be part of these journeys and to everyone who chooses to study, work, and give back to children with autism.
10/02/2026
Meet Ayden 💙
A bright, curious, and joyful little boy who loves letters, music, and exploring the world around him.
Ayden has been part of the AEIOU family since January 2025, and his energy, curiosity, and sense of fun make every room he enters feel brighter.
Ayden receives enteral nutrition, meaning he gets the nutrients his body needs through a feeding tube to help him grow strong, healthy, and full of energy. Enteral feeding is one of the many ways children can be supported to get the nourishment they need — particularly when eating by mouth feels overwhelming, when medical conditions affect swallowing or digestion, or when extra support is needed to ensure they receive the right balance of vitamins and energy to thrive. And that support is completely okay.
Recently, our AEIOU Townsville team partnered with the Alliance Clinics Dietetics & Nutrition team to complete a refresher training in enteral feeding. The session focused on safe feeding practices, equipment use, and hands-on techniques to support children who receive nutrition via a feeding tube. This training helps ensure Ayden continues to receive consistent, positive, and individualised care, so he can fully access his early intervention supports and thrive in learning, play, and everyday moments.
While Feeding Tube Awareness Week has just passed, raising awareness doesn’t stop with the calendar. We’re proud to continue recognising the strength and resilience of children like Ayden and to highlight the important role feeding tubes play in supporting children to grow, learn, and live full lives.
We’re incredibly proud to announce our partnership with the Brisbane Broncos and the AEIOU Foundation as 1 of 12 Charity Partners selected for the Broncos’ 2026 Charity Partner Program 💙💛
As part of the program, players will work alongside each charity to help share their stories, with every partner recognised at a dedicated Broncos home game during the season. Recently, four players visited our Nathan Centre, and the children were thrilled to show them the fun play they were having that day. (Even big kids, aka centre staff, were joining in!)
The Broncos’ commitment to community impact is something we deeply admire.
We’re excited to stand alongside the Broncos, AEIOU Foundation, and the wider Broncos family in creating positive change where it matters most.
Thank you to the Brisbane Broncos for the opportunity to be involved in such a powerful community initiative. We can’t wait to share this journey with you in 2026.
Follow along as we share more throughout the 2026 season.
Brisbane Broncos
19/12/2025
At AEIOU, every step is a milestone. Lenny can now count to 20, loves letters and numbers, and even has his own “comfort box” filled with all the things that help him feel safe.
Please, make a Christmas gift today to help more children like Lenny continue learning and thriving.
A BIG thank you to Renee Rennie, Principal of Ray White Banyo 💙
Each year, the incredible Ray White banyo team generously organise and donate gifts for our children to enjoy at our Christmas party—handed out by Santa himself 🎅
This beautiful tradition is part of their Little Ray of Hope initiative, and we’re so grateful for their ongoing support.
Pictured with our wonderful team members Hannah, Renee from Ray White, Speechie Taylor, OT Sam and Santa!
17/12/2025
Wonderful smiles and pure joy at our centre 💙
The children were thrilled to receive fabulous new toys, generously donated by the Brisbane City Council’s Lord Mayor's Charitable Trust. We’re incredibly grateful for this support and so proud to be selected for this donation.
12/12/2025
“With the NDIS changes, so many families have had to cut their days with us, and it’s going to have a huge impact on their children’s future.”
– Trudy, AEIOU Centre Manager
Every child deserves access to life-changing early intervention.
Help us keep their doors open and their futures bright🌟
At AEIOU, we provide a range of autism supports that help children with high support needs live their best lives.
Our educators and therapists are trained to help children with high support needs grow, learn and thrive, even when others have said, “We can’t meet your child’s needs.”
But right now, NDIS funding cuts are forcing families to reduce days or withdraw entirely.
We can’t let that happen.
💙 Your donation keeps children with autism learning safely, surrounded by care and understanding.
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Rosemaria Flaherty as AEIOU Foundation’s new Chief Executive Officer, commencing Monday, 17 November 2025.
Following a comprehensive national search, Dr Flaherty was selected from a strong field of candidates to lead AEIOU into the future.
Dr Flaherty brings extensive leadership experience across the health, social services and child protection sectors, with deep expertise in government engagement, policy reform, and organisational transformation. She is also a registered Senior Psychologist with a PhD in Psychology, and postgraduate qualifications in business administration and counselling psychology.
AEIOU Foundation Chair, Mark Algie, said the Board is confident Dr Flaherty will lead AEIOU with vision and commitment as the sector continues to navigate changes to the NDIS.
“Rosa and the Board are aligned and deeply committed to AEIOU’s future vision and strategic direction. We are excited to welcome her as we continue building on AEIOU’s legacy of delivering high-quality, evidence-based services for children with autism and their families.”
Dr Flaherty said she is honoured to join AEIOU Foundation at such a pivotal time.
“My focus as incoming CEO is to ensure more children with autism, and their families, experience the life-changing outcomes AEIOU Foundation is known for. Together with our partners, we’ll continue to create a community where every child’s potential is nourished and celebrated.”
AEIOU Foundation also acknowledges the outstanding contribution of Alan Smith, who is retiring after more than 16 years of dedicated service. Under his leadership, AEIOU expanded its reach across Queensland, South Australia and the ACT, diversified its services, and strengthened its reputation as a leading provider of early intervention for children with autism.
We thank Alan for his remarkable leadership and welcome Dr Flaherty as she begins this exciting new chapter with AEIOU Foundation.
👉 Learn more about AEIOU Foundation and our mission:
AEIOU Foundation appoints Dr Rosemaria Flaherty as new Chief Executive Officer - AEIOU Foundation provides high-quality early intervention for pre-school aged children with an autism diagnosis.
07/11/2025
When Nikki’s little boy, Lenny, was diagnosed with autism at 18 months, she was desperate to find the right support.
Mainstream daycare wasn’t safe for him as he ran, climbed, and often had meltdowns because no one knew how to help.
At AEIOU, Lenny finally found a place where he belongs. A place where his needs are understood, and his potential is nurtured 💙
But with changes to NDIS funding, families like Nikki’s are facing impossible choices.
This Christmas, you can help close the gap and give a child like Lenny the care they deserve.
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We use this page to raise awareness and promote positive discussion about early intervention for children with autism. We welcome you to be part of the conversation, keeping in mind that this platform needs to remain a supportive environment for all involved.
As such, our Social Media Community Guidelines ensure that all discussions on our page are fair and appropriate for our community. Please review these guidelines before you jump into the dialogue and as they say: if in doubt, don’t post it!
If you have an enquiry outside of the scope of this page, please email communications@aeiou.org.au
AEIOU’s Social Media Community Guidelines
Privacy
As an organisation that is charged with protecting the safety and wellbeing of our children as part of our service, their privacy is our main priority. Please do not post any personal information which might identify either yourself or another person, child, family or staff member which is against the wishes of that person or their legal guardian.
Complaints or claims
Any reference to claims against a child or a staff member working with our children will be immediately removed from the page and you will be asked to make contact with us directly. If you have something important to discuss with us, please do so via the correct channels (e.g. with your Centre Manager, through Central Office or through our confidential online Feedback, Complaints and Compliments form).
Acceptable content
AEIOU accepts and encourages fair and appropriate content on this page, such as:
Informed debate and discussion;
Courteous, respectful and supportive comments; and
Freedom of expression and opinion.
Unacceptable content
AEIOU opposes and will not condone content on this page that is:
Misleading or inaccurate;
Threatening or harassing;
Defamatory, disrespectful, rude or profane;
Discouraging to others who want to engage;
Repetitive content which is consistently off-topic or judged to be "trolling";
Solicitations or advertisements;
Facilitating illegal activity; and/or
Hate speech which directly attacks others based on their race, ethnicity, nationality, religious beliefs, s*xual orientation, s*x or gender identity, and/or disability or disease.
How we moderate
As the administrators of AEIOU Foundation’s official page, we reserve the right to moderate and remove content we deem to be inappropriate or offensive. If we do so, we’ll make sure you are aware what has occurred. If we find ourselves removing your content in accordance with these Community Guidelines on a regular basis, we may be required to block you from our page for a period of time.
If you believe your content should not have been removed, please contact the AEIOU Communications Team at communications@aeiou.org.au.
For information on Facebook’s community standards, go to: https://www.facebook.com/communitystandards
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