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Neurokinship Neuroaffirming Stories, Information, SEASONAL MAGAZINE Services & Events In Melbourne's East
Letter from the Editor NeuroKinship is published by The Local Umbrella, led by social worker and entrepreneur Robyn Killey. As an organisation, we believe in building community connection and individual capacity through listening, learning and growing together. This magazine brings our community stories, collective wisdom, local services and lived experience perspectives together in one place. Our hope is that this will serve to equip and empower our community, bringing about greater acceptance of diversity, more knowledge about living with and supporting psychosocial disabilities, and a recognition of the joys and struggles we all face day to day. If you'd like to advertise with us, recommend services to feature, or share your story, please email admin@thelocalumbrella.com.au
NeuroKinship Winter 2023
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WINTER EDITION Letter from the Editor
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Service Spotlight | The Local Umbrella
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Article | Unpacking Parallel Play
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Service Spotlight | Blossom Paediatric Physio
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Brain Break | Spot The Difference and Riddle
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Service Spotlight | The Side by Side Collective
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Article | Creating Inviting Play Spaces
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Reflective Moment | Difficult Moment Mantras
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Activity Highlight | Tinker Time
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Brain Break | Mindful Colouring
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Service Spotlight | Your Next Steps
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Community Knowledge | Latest Product Picks
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Feature | New to NDIS? The Basics Explained
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Community Knowledge | Neuroaffirming Services
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Brain Break | Quote Page
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Activity Spotlight | Create & Chat Art Group
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Brain Break | Mindful Colouring
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Community Knowledge | Winter Book List
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Reflective Moment | Tree of Life Reflection
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Feature | Navigating Relationships and Red Flags
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Brain Break | Crossword and Word Wheel
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Service Spotlight | Choice Mental Health
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Activity Spotlight | Kaleidoscope Supported Events
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Reflective Moment | Notes and Reflective Prompts
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