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Outback Futures is all about thriving bush communities. Join us for positive conversations about mental health and wellbeing, tips and tools for parents and carers, and practical bush-relevant information.
On the ground, Outback Futures delivers allied health services (psychology, counselling, speech pathology and occupational therapy) both telehealth and in person, and we contribute to bigger picture community wellbeing conversations and initiatives. Find out more at outbackfutures.org.au, or follow Outback Futures on Instagram, Facebook and Linked In.
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3 Ways Routine Can Help Your Child To Thrive

Outback Futures Jun 10, 2023

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4 ways to support someone through grief

4 ways to support someone through grief

Grief is something we all experience, including our kids and teens. In our recent podcast, counsellor Matt shares 4 practical tips for parents and carers to help support their kids and teens as they navigate emotions of grief through change and life's transitions. This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. Head to www.outbackfutures.org.au to find out more about us and if you’d like to connect with one of our wellbeing team, call or text 0417 703 729, or email info@outbackfutures.org.au

Oct 10, 202333:14
4 reasons why values are so valuable for our kids and teens | RESILIENT KIDS & YOUTH WEBINAR

4 reasons why values are so valuable for our kids and teens | RESILIENT KIDS & YOUTH WEBINAR

In a world full of options and opportunity, helping our kids and teens know their values is a great way to set them up for making choices and decisions. In this recent webinar our psychologist Gavin shares some great ways you can help your children identify and live by their values. This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. Head to www.outbackfutures.org.au to find out more about us and if you’d like to connect with one of our wellbeing team, call or text 0417 703 729, or email info@outbackfutures.org.au

Sep 26, 202337:15
4 ways to build connection with your loved ones

4 ways to build connection with your loved ones

Maintaining a sense of closeness and connection with the people we hold dear is vital for our overall wellbeing. In this recent webinar one of our Councellor's Bronwyn shares 4 ways to build connection with your loved ones. 


This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. 

 

#resilient #resilience #kids #youth #teens #resilientkids #webinar #wellbeing #outback #bush #bushkids #parenting #carers #outbackfutures #school  

Aug 31, 202326:41
5 ways to build confidence and resilience in teen girls

5 ways to build confidence and resilience in teen girls

For our teen girls, life is full of both good stuff and challenges. Parents and carers play a really important role in supporting their girls through adolescence. In this recent webinar one of our Counsellers Julia shares 5 positive approaches to support your teen and build their confidence and resilience.  


This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. 

 

#resilient #resilience #kids #youth #teens #resilientkids #webinar #wellbeing #outback #bush #bushkids #parenting #carers #outbackfutures #school  

Aug 30, 202324:13
5 tools to help your kids manage their emotions

5 tools to help your kids manage their emotions

Knowing how to manage our emotions is a valuable life skill for all of us. In this recent webinar our psychologist Gavin shares 5 tools to help our kids and teens manage their emotions. 

This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. 

 

#resilient #resilience #kids #youth #teens #resilientkids #webinar #wellbeing #outback #bush #bushkids #parenting #carers #outbackfutures #school  

Aug 30, 202330:25
5 ways to unlock your child's potential

5 ways to unlock your child's potential

Encouraging our kids to build a growth mindset is a key way to help them bounce forward through tough times. In our recent webinar, Maree, one of our speech pathologists, shares 5 ways to encourage a growth mindset and help our kids and teens unlock their potential. 


This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. 

 

#resilient #resilience #kids #youth #teens #resilientkids #webinar #wellbeing #outback #bush #bushkids #parenting #carers #outbackfutures #school  

Aug 29, 202332:00
5 ways to help your child have a great start in life
Jun 27, 202328:14
3 Ways Routine Can Help Your Child To Thrive

3 Ways Routine Can Help Your Child To Thrive

Want to tap into a parenting superpower? In our recent webinar Occupational Therapist Georgie shared how establishing, integrating and strengthening routines can be a superpower for parents and carers.  


This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. 


If you’d like to connect with one of our wellbeing team, call or text 0417 703 729, or email info@outbackfutures.org.au.


www.outbackfutures.org.au

Jun 10, 202329:48
5 Ways to Supercharge your Kid’s Social Skills

5 Ways to Supercharge your Kid’s Social Skills

Wanting to help your kids connect with others and develop friendships?  In our recent webinar, our occupational therapist Georgie shared 5 ways you can supercharge your kid's social skills. 

 

This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. 


Head to www.outbackfutures.org.au to find out more

Jun 08, 202330:26
4 Ways to resolve family conflict

4 Ways to resolve family conflict

Looking for ways to help address conflict and strengthen your family connections? In our recent webinar, our psychologist Gavin shared 4 ways to resolve family conflict. 

 This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. 


Head to www.outbackfutures.org.au for more info

Jun 08, 202331:38
4 tips to connect with your teen

4 tips to connect with your teen

As 2023 gets underway, are you looking for ways you can create a more positive connection with your teen?  In this webinar our social worker Felicity shared 4 tips to help parents and carers build a more positive relationship with your teenager. 


This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. 

 

Head to www.outbackfutures.org.au for more info

Jun 08, 202330:22
4 ways to start the school year strong

4 ways to start the school year strong

How's the school year started for your family? In this episode our psychologist Margot shared 4 useful ways parents and carers can help their kids and teens start the school year strong.  


This webinar is presented by Outback Futures and is part of our Resilient Kids and Youth Project, funded by Western Queensland PHN and Northern Queensland PHN. 


Find out more at www.outbackfutures.org.au

Jun 08, 202311:31
5 ways to help your child prepare for boarding school

5 ways to help your child prepare for boarding school

In this webinar, Outback Futures psychologist draws on her personal experiences of boarding school to share some great tools and strategies for families navigating a transition to boarding school. 

 

  1. Be positive but acknowledge worries 

  2. Develop life skills  

  3. Encourage independence  

  4. Plan ways to stay connected  

  5. Prepare yourself and your family  





May 26, 202329:06
5 tips to help your kids and teens build identity and purpose

5 tips to help your kids and teens build identity and purpose

Bronwen, one of our counsellors, shares some useful ways you can help your kids and teens build their sense of identity and purpose. It's all part of helping our children build resilience so they can bounce forward through tough times.  


www.outbackfutures.org.au

May 15, 202315:15
4 tools for digital wellness – for you and your kids!

4 tools for digital wellness – for you and your kids!

Knowing how to parent and guide our children in the rapidly changing online and digital world can be confusing. The Outback Futures team will share the latest research about both positive and negative impacts of gaming and social media so you can help your kids and teens establish healthy digital habits.

May 09, 202332:18