how we support families - Very Special Kids

When a child is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, a family’s world is turned upside down. For many families it is the beginning of a roller coaster ride that is unpredictable and full of challenges. From the point of diagnosis, and even earlier, families experience a range of ongoing losses that impact on all family members in different ways. The Family Support Team at Very Special Kids consists of professionals trained either in social work, psychology, family therapy and counselling. When a family joins Very Special Kids a member of the Family Support Team arranges, to meet the family, usually in the family home. The visit gives the family a personal introduction to our services while providing us with a greater understanding of their situation and specific needs. The Family Support Team The Family Support Team includes highly qualified professionals who specialise in the provision of psycho/social support to families within a paediatric palliative care framework. Click here to download the Family Services brochure Click here to download the Family Support Team Brochure Click here to download a Trained Volunteer Program brochure Focusing on improving the quality of life for families, our philosophy of care encompasses the emotional, physical, social and spiritual needs of families. The Family Support Team has developed and implemented a range of flexible programs and services that have been designed to address families’ individual and changing needs. The team member works in partnership with the family, linking them into the various programs and services designed to meet the differing needs of family members. Team members provide counselling for individuals, couples and families as requested. Team members can also refer families to additional resources and support services in their local communities. Watch the Kidd Family video