About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
At Acacia Kids & Co. we believe that every child is unique and deserving of a tailored approach to help them flourish. We see children, their families, and their communities as interconnected entities, and we celebrate diversity, neurodiversity, and developmental differences.
Our platform is a testament to our journey and dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of families and children. We're grounded in a belief in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs theory. We believe children thrive when they are secure in their basic needs, opening doors to learning, growth, and development. This belief plays a crucial role in our understanding of neurodiversity, behaviour, and developmental delays.
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We understand that children's needs must be met before they can truly excel. For example, if a child is struggling with handwriting, we delve deeper than the surface issue—looking at things like fine motor skills or the need for additional support during lessons. We apply the same philosophy to behaviour; seeing meltdowns or aggression as communication signals rather than just disruptive behaviour.
Our Story
Mandy, a proud member of the neurodiverse community, understands the intricacies of navigating family responsibilities while managing neurodiversity. She's felt the weight of these challenges and recognizes how overwhelming it can be. Combining her personal journey with her professional insights, Mandy's goal is to create a service that collaboratively shares her experiences, knowledge, and skills with other families on similar paths. She strives to provide holistic support and prevent burnout, focusing on the positive impact and transformative potential of such comprehensive care.
the core values
Our core values
our approach
Our approach is holistic—we understand a child's development is shaped by their communities and environments. We take all these factors into account to design comprehensive, family-centred strategies.
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Our mission is to provide a broad spectrum of inclusive services that meet every family's needs. These range from dedicated key workers, behaviour and development specialists, support personnel, to essential products. We aim to expand our services to include speech therapy, occupational therapy, and more.
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We adopt an outcomes-based approach, collaborating with families to set functional goals for children. Regular reviews and clear communication ensure effective progress tracking.
the child
We strive to empower children to achieve their full potential. We emphasize safety, collaboration, inclusive participation, and community relationships. We work closely with families and support networks, focusing on capacity building and continuous improvement.
the family
Families are at the heart of our approach. We value and respect their unique insights into their child's needs, strengths, and preferences. We work together to create culturally sensitive plans that seamlessly integrate into daily routines and build on family strengths.
OUR team
Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, personalized support rooted in evidence-based practices. We continually seek to improve our practices to ensure we provide the best possible support
OUR safety commitment
We're committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment free from violence, abuse, neglect, exploitation, or discrimination. Our policies are designed to prevent and address such issues, and we strictly adhere to mandatory reporting requirements. We strive to provide support to individuals, document incidents, conduct reviews, investigations, and implement preventive actions to ensure a secure environment.