It’s a stressful time right now, with many families in Australia under stay-at-home orders and trying to balance the competing demands of home-schooling with work. These pressures, combined with long term uncertainty and health fears are overwhelming.
If you are struggling to keep all the balls in the air, remember you’re not alone. This week we’ve put together a list of resources to support families with young children at home.
Evidence-based health information
COVID 19 Health Alert – Australian Government
Coronavirus – World Health Organisation
Mental wellbeing for families
COVID-19 Support – Head to Health
Mental health and coping during COVID-19 – CDC
COVID-19 Resources for anxiety and stress – The Black Dog Institute
Coronavirus mental wellbeing – Beyond Blue
Supporting families during COVID-19 – Child Mind Institute
Supporting children during the Coronavirus – Emerging Minds
Resources for families with children at home
Resources for parents working at home with kids – University of Sydney
Coronavirus: Advice, support and resources for parents – Australian Parents Council
Online resources to homeschool during COVID-19 – ABC
Activities for kids at home – Australian Museum
Online educational programs to help your kids during COVID-19 – Ella’s List
Information for families using child care
COVID-19 restrictions and early childhood – Australian Government
COVID-19 – Extra support – Australian Government
Getting help during COVID-19 – Australian Government
We wish everyone in the CareforKids.com.au strength and patience as we face this current national crisis together and will work to keep you informed and updated as new resources become available.
