Importance of Goal Setting

A Goal: Something in your life that you want to achieve, learn how to do, do more often or improve.

Goals can be small or large. An individual may have goals for the present and/or goals for the future. Goals are generally more effective when they are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound).

Supporting the transition to high school blog series: Being Ready For Big Changes

Combination Lock Over Key Lock: Consider using a combination lock instead of a key lock for the locker. This reduces the risk of losing a key, which can add stress.

Locker Placement:

If possible, request a locker placement at the end of a row. This can provide more space and make it easier for your child to access their locker without feeling crowded or rushed.

Supporting the transition to high school blog series: How OTs can help - Our role during a school transition

Early Discussions: Engage in proactive conversations with the student and their family about high school routines, expectations, and changes, providing information in advance to ease anxiety.

Personalised Resources: Develop tailored resources such as visual schedules, checklists, and planners to cater to the student’s new needs in high school.

Supporting the transition to high school blog series: How to support yourself through the change

How to look after yourself!

Transitioning from primary to high school is a significant milestone for all students, but often presents unique challenges. It is important to look after yourself and enter this time with as much confidence as you can! This guide offers strategies to help you manage stress and anxiety, so you can navigate this new chapter with resilience and assurance.

What does Neurodiversity affirming practice actually mean, and why is it important?

Neurodiversity-affirming practice is the idea that neurodivergent people may have differences in their abilities and how they interact with the world around them, however these differences are not considered deficits that require fixing. Rather, it’s that neurodivergent people may require some extra support or accommodations to live happily in a world that wasn’t built for them.

Meet our new graduate Jenna

My name is Jenna, and I am a graduate Occupational Therapist (OT) at Geronimo Allied Health. I studied at Deakin and worked as a peer mentor, therapy assistant, and support worker during my last 2 years of study. I would describe myself as kind, fun, and funny. I enjoy working with clients and seeing their confidence increase as they achieve their goals, try new things, and overcome challenges.