Hessel Group always enjoys attending this expo, and we had an excellent team of 12 volunteers from the organisation to work in our stand across the weekend. We met many excited, nervous and eager-to-learn families navigating the precious early years in their growing families.
We spoke to people about how Hessel Group can play a role in their family dynamic. We understand the changing needs of families, particularly in the childcare space where more flexibility is required. Children have different needs, too, requiring stimulation, education and a challenge where they can use their skills while developing and continuously learning.
With people working longer, out of hours and away from home, the traditional support network for families has undoubtedly changed. Thankfully Hessel Group has services to meet these demands and support the entire family to function and succeed. Some of the services we discussed at the expo are:
This was our most popular topic at the PBC Expo. Hessel Group is an approved provider of this flexible child care form provided in your home by an authorised and trained educator. In-Home Care is a Government Childcare funded service attracting the Childcare Subsidy.
Follow the link to see if you qualify for the service, and you can apply for the Childcare Subsidy there too.
We received many questions regarding NDIS and the support available for their family. Hessel Group is an approved provider of the NDIS and supports many clients in our clinic, at their homes and in the community while following our client's NDIS plans.
On Sunday, Laura and Duncan, Behaviour Support Practitioners with Hessel Allied Health Services, volunteered at our stand. Behaviour Support is a program that works with people of all ages to address, understand and aims to decrease the frequency and severity of challenging behaviours.
Our NDIS-approved clinic provides services: care, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychology and speech pathology.
We also spoke with people interested in working as a Disability Support Worker, an advantageous career option offering flexibility and development. You can study for your Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) CHC33015 for as low as $250 should you qualify for all the generous government grants.
Our Registered Training Organisation 40387 Enhance Training can help with enquiries and enrolments for this course.
Hessel Group Babysitters have been in demand this year with the return of many popular events to our calendars.
We take babysitting bookings for a minimum of 3 hours, covering most football games, theatre shows, movies, dinners or a hike through one of South Australia's National Parks.
Our Babysitting services are agile and can fit in with your family's requirements in the home or on location, allowing you to enjoy some much-needed social experiences or time to yourself, knowing your children are safe and content. A practical way to use this service is to share it with friends. One of our babysitters can care for up to four children.
Our babysitters are all well trained and qualified to share in our organisation's values of;
- Collaborative (We work with you to ensure your children are comfortable and happy)
- Committed (We are on time, well presented, continuous learners and dedicated to their clients)
- Creative: (We enjoy challenging our clients with fun activities to promote engagement and learning)
Centre Director Hana Simes was in our stand on Saturday morning. She enjoyed learning about our In-Home Care Service while meeting with potential new families for our centre or discussing childcare. She was able to advise on what to look for and what to ask centres when inspecting childcare centres. Hessel Children's Centre is based in the heart of Port Adelaide on Commercial Road across two levels with plenty of outdoor play, a music room, an industrial kitchen and staff that will light up your day. Book a tour this week via their website.
In General
Thank you for the lovely feedback, interest and comments on our South Australian business. Here's what we'll be working on, thanks to your inspiration:
Parenting Courses: An excellent and practical forum to help with all aspects of family life. Course units will cover all of life's requirements when your new child arrives and gives you an understanding of the services on offer and where to look for guidance and assistance. This will be another expansion to your network where you can share your experiences with parents in a relaxed and comfortable setting.
Harbour Town Creche: With Covid-19 restrictions easing, we'll work closely with the centre to bring this back for shoppers and their little ones. One lady asked - please bring it back, not for me, but our son asks to attend the Hessel Creche every time we go there.
Hessel Group has a popular mobile creche service, too. We attend many events (corporate, family, community) and care for the show's real stars while the adults can focus and relax.
We are now busily judging the beautiful artwork from our colouring competition. One lucky entrant will win a family pass to the Adelaide Zoo. We'll announce the winner on the Hessel Group Facebook Page.
Until next year's PBC Expo, thanks again, everyone.