Now and Next™
As I mentioned in the About Me page I came across Now and Next™ some years ago and have been very lucky to have now become an Irish ambassador of the programme and also a partner to the Now and Next™ team in New Zealand and Australia.
Here is some information on Now and Next™ and the different offerings available through the research, co-design and ongoing development of its tool kits and accompanying programmes.
Pictability™
Pictability™, a visioning tool brought to you by Now and Next™.
What to know:
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It takes 1.5/2hrs hours to complete.
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Guided by the principles of Positive Psychology and Family-Centred Practice.
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You will learn to create a positive vision for yourself and your child, prioritize your goals, and receive resources, including a personal Pictability™ kit.
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This programme can be completed individually or within a group. Have a look at my offerings here.
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There is also an opportunity to become a parent facilitator of Pictability™ where you support other parents in your community by completing the Pictability™ experience with them.
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Professionals also have the opportunity to experience Pictability™. This allows professionals to be able to support parents who are using Pictability™ in their day to day lives to prioritize what is important for them and their family.
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Have a look here at a video created by the Now and Next™ team on Pictability™
Now and Next™ parent programme
Now & Next™ is an award-winning programme that has empowered families across New Zealand, Australia, Finland, Canada, Singapore, and Albania since 2015.
The programme involves:
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Eight interactive sessions that can be run over 8 weeks or over a weekend and a mix of online and face to face options are possible.
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The sessions are led by peer parents with lived experience.
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You will discover how to achieve positive outcomes, create a vision that builds on your child's strengths, and will enhance your family's well-being and resilience.
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You will use proven strategies to support meeting your identified child, family and personal goals.
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This will help with identifying and navigating support systems and professional services confidently.
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Now & Next™ complements how you work with professionals.
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Have a look here at a video created to explain the programme and parents experiences of it.
Now and Next™ Youth Quest
Now and Next™ Youth Quest is the latest offering from the Now and Next™ team.
What does this programme offer:
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It is designed specifically for youth aged 15-25.
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The objective is to provide positive support and guidance as participants journey on creating their unique life vision.
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Through a variety of activities, young people will identify their strengths,
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Design their personal vision,
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and break down their goals into manageable steps.
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This programme is ideal for youth seeking guidance, including those with ASD, cognitive/learning disabilities, and ADHD, as we empower them to achieve their dreams and build confidence in their future.
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The programme introduces participants to the work of Wendy Perez and Simon Duffy of Citizen Network. Wendy and Simon have written Everyday Citizenship. In this book they discuss the 7 keys to a meaningful life, and this is explored during the Youth Quest programme also.
Other programmes offered using Now and Next™ resources
As I develop the services offered through Lead Together and Suzanne Bradley Occupational Therapy services, I will be using other resources developed with the Now and Next™ team. These include:
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My Child's Voice- a programme to support parents as they work with teachers to write their child's IEP or continuum of support plan.
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Strengths based education- Using the strengths identification tool, with school staff we identifying students strengths and use this information to develop plans for future education targets or upcoming activities.
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For more information click here.
