Resource Network

Parent educators help connect family with community resources, such as:

•  community activities, groups, or general enrichment opportunities
• health/mental health professionals, social service agencies, etc
• early intervention for children with developmental delays

How does the ‘Resource Network’ help my family?

Short-term outcomes

Parent/carer will display increased:

• knowlege of and exposure to community resources for parents/carers and children, including basic needs, health, other resources
• knowledge of enrichment/learning activities
• awareness of and access to sources for information and support

If resources/referrals are needed and utilised, family will have increased:

• fulfilment of basic needs
• reduction of stress
• family support

Intermediate outcomes

Parent/carer will have increased:

• connection with school and community
• ability to advocate on behalf of child

If resources/referrals are utilised, child will have improved:

• nutrition and health care
• learning opportunities
• social-emotional development
• home environment

Long-term outcomes of PAFT support