An Individualised Family Service Plan (IFSP) suits your family’s values, beliefs, priorities and routines. It is:
- a written plan
- flexible and relevant to the changing needs of your child and family
The plan is developed by a team which includes:
- your family (including siblings and extended family members)
- Early Childhood Intervention Service staff
It may also include:
- other service providers (for example, doctors, therapists, child care providers)
- other individuals invited by your family (for example, family friends)
Guiding principles of the Individualised Family Service Plan
- Your child is unique, with individual strengths and talents
- Your child grows and develops in the context of relationships with your family members and other caregivers
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Your child has a right to:
- belong,
- be welcomed
- participate fully in activities within your community
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Your child has opportunities to learn and develop in:
- everyday routines
- everyday activities
- everyday places
- The life of your family is enhanced when you are successful in maintaining your everyday activities and relationships.
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Your family is able to:
- enhance aspects of your child’s development
- teach and advocate for your child
- support your child’s learning and development within the context of their daily activities
- be resilient and adaptable
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We are professionals who have the training, qualifications and skill to:
- provide caring and flexible support to meet the needs of your child and your family
- assist your family to:
- identify and prioritise needs
- locate resources in the community to meet those needs
- work as members of a team
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