Federal Budget Submission
Belongside Families (formerly known as Kindred) is working intensively to boost community-based support for families of children with disability in this Federal Budget.
Investing in families has never been more important. After decades of fragmented solutions, we are excited to see real appetite for change from government, families and across the community sector.
When a child is diagnosed with a disability or developmental delays, they and their family begin a complex journey that requires support, guidance and connection with others who understand their experience. These families need the right support to create the strong foundations necessary for children to reach their full potential.
Our plan will help the Australian Government to:
– set families up for success from their child’s point of diagnosis
– deliver peer support and capacity building, designed by families for families
– support carers of children with disability, recognising their invaluable role in our society.
Belongside Families understands the power of family-led peer support and capacity building, based on our own lived experience. We are focused on making this a priority now, on behalf of families across NSW.
Read our Pre Budget Submission here.