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Stepping Stones Parenting Program

Parenting a child with a disability can be challenging, but support is available. The Stepping Stones Parenting Program at Gateway Health helps parents build strong relationships and manage behaviours effectively.

Who: The Stepping Stones Parenting Program is designed for parents and carers of children with disabilities who want to develop effective behaviour management strategies, strengthen family relationships, reduce parenting stress, and build confidence in their parenting journey. It is ideal for those facing daily parenting challenges, looking for expert guidance, or wanting to learn long-term skills to support their child's development.
When: Check the calendar for dates and times
Where: Gateway Health can deliver this program one-on-one or over the phone
Cost: Free

Supporting Parents of Children with Disabilities

The Stepping Stones Parenting Program is a specialised version of the Triple P Positive Parenting Program at Gateway Health, designed to support parents and carers of children with disabilities. Gateway Health delivers this evidence-based program to help families build positive relationships, manage child behaviour and support their child’s development. The program also helps parents reduce stress and gain confidence in their parenting journey.

How Stepping Stones Can Help

Stepping Stones offers practical strategies to help parents:

✔ Encourage behaviours they want to see in their child
✔ Support their child’s development and independence
✔ Build a close, positive relationship with their child
✔ Teach new skills and improve communication
✔ Manage challenging behaviours effectively
✔ Reduce stress and increase confidence in their parenting

Program Delivery

Gateway Health provides the Stepping Stones program in a way that suits your needs:

  • One-on-One Support: Individual sessions with trained professionals
  • Online Sessions: Flexible access to program materials and coaching

Who Can Participate?

Stepping Stones is for parents and carers of children with disabilities who want to:

  • Improve their child’s behaviour and emotional wellbeing
  • Strengthen family relationships
  • Learn practical, long-term parenting skills
  • Reduce parenting stress and feel more in control

Why Choose Gateway Health?

At Gateway Health, we understand that every family is different. Our experienced facilitators offer compassionate, tailored support to help you achieve real, lasting change. Whether you’re facing daily parenting challenges or need guidance in supporting your child’s development, Stepping Stones can help.

Get Started Today

If you’d like to learn more or enrol in the Stepping Stones Parenting Program, contact the Gateway Health Parenting Team on 0457 279 796 or email parenting@gatewayhealth.org.au.

Visit our Positive Parenting Program page to learn more or contact us today to enrol in the Stepping Stones Parenting Program.

Published: March 11th, 2025

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