Four patterns we see repeat, and what services can do differently
Examining key barriers faced by parents with disability and outlining practical changes to deliver earlier, more accessible support.
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Parents with Disability and Child Protection
Parents with disability, and parents raising children with disability, can face significant barriers to accessing the support they need before challenges reach crisis point. Drawing on casework experience and parent voices, the report identifies four recurring patterns that can shape families’ experiences of the child protection system.
The report calls for a more accessible, disability-informed approach that prioritises support before crisis, assesses parenting capacity with appropriate supports in place, and treats help-seeking as a strength rather
than a risk.
It recommends practical changes including earlier access to support, supported decision-making, plain-language communication, advocacy, peer support, and stronger safeguards around assessments and voluntary care agreements.
OUR OTHER SUBMISSIONS
Family-Led Pathways to Early Support
This position paper calls for practical changes that make early support safer, more accessible and more responsive to families, where asking for help is recognised as a strength, not a risk.
Supporting Children, Young People and Families Early
A submission calling for earlier support, stronger prevention, and a child and family support system that builds trust as well as it identifies risk.
State Strategy for the Safety and Support of Children and Young People
A submission calling for stronger accountability, practical support and measurable outcomes for children, young people and families.
SUPPORT REILY
The Reily Foundation welcomes partnerships and sponsorship opportunities to help expand access to our support programs and services across South Australia. Sponsorship opportunities may include program delivery, parent participation support, venue partnerships, resources, and community impact initiatives.
To learn more about current sponsorship and partnership opportunities, please contact 📧 info@thereily.foundation.