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SOCIAL Futures has revived its trauma-informed program, Strong Minds in the Early Years, thanks to new funding from the Waratah Education Foundation.<\/p>\n

The early childhood program, which supports recovery after trauma, is aimed at preschools impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred and will begin on July 1.<\/p>\n

Originally designed in response to the Northern Rivers 2022 flood disaster, the program gives young children practical strategies to understand and manage trauma.<\/p>\n

The program’s Jack the Puppet provides children with a playful, safe and supportive way to talk about their worries and fears, as well as their positive experiences.<\/p>\n

Social Futures general manager for children, youth and families, Melissa Gordon, said supporting young children to understand and manage big emotions after a traumatic event is essential.<\/p>\n

“Jack offers a comforting presence \u2014 for many children, he’s a gentle way to share big feelings when they can’t quite find the words,” Gordon said.<\/p>\n

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Social Futures Melissa Gordon with program favourite Jack the puppet, and Lisa Wilson. Photo: SUPPLIED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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“The program uses best-practice therapies such as play-based interventions, storytelling and engaging activities to help children aged zero to five build their natural coping skills.<\/p>\n

“We’re also equipping caregivers and early educators with insights into how trauma may be shaping a child’s behaviour, whether at home or in the classroom.”<\/p>\n

Social Futures has provided support services in the Northern Rivers for five decades and has a deep understanding of the toll severe weather events can take on families with young children.<\/p>\n

“We understand that trauma from severe weather events can deeply affect children, unsettling their sense of security and disrupting healthy development,” Gordon said. “We’re here to help families strengthen their children’s natural coping skills and reduce the likelihood of lasting trauma.”<\/p>\n

Preschools and early learning centres can contact Social Futures on 1800 719 625.<\/p>\n

For information, visit socialfutures.org.au\/strong-minds-in-the-early-years<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

SOCIAL Futures has revived its trauma-informed program, Strong Minds in the Early Years, thanks to new funding from the Waratah Education Foundation. The early childhood program, which supports recovery after trauma, is aimed at preschools impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred and will begin on July 1. Originally designed in response to the Northern Rivers 2022 […]<\/p>\n

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