GoNDy — Grandparents of NeuroDiverse Youth

Raising the next generation.

Grandparents are stepping into a bigger caregiving role than ever — including for neurodiverse grandchildren. But most grandparents never had the chance to learn what today's parents are learning. GoNDy, by In Clear Terms, is part education, part practice, and part support network: a space to reflect, connect, ask questions, and build practical skills alongside other grandparents who get it.

Wed 16 Sept, 10am–2pm $100/person · $150/couple Small groups, 4–12 people
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The problem, gently named

The world you parented in didn't teach you this.

Today, more grandparents than ever are taking on a hands-on caregiving role — especially for grandchildren who are neurodiverse. But the world you parented in didn't teach you what today's parents are learning about ND kids. GoNDy gives you a space to:

01

Reflect

On what you're seeing and feeling.

02

Connect

With other grandparents in the same boat.

03

Ask

The questions you haven't had anywhere to ask.

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Learn

Practical, up-to-date strategies.

05

Practice

New skills in a supportive room.

A grandfather and young grandchild examining a plant together in the garden

Built for the people who show up for neurodivergent kids every day.

Try it first

The Sampler Workshop

Unsure if this is right for you? The Sampler Workshop is a one-off taste of what our full 6-week Beginners Course covers — no commitment, an overview of beginner information.

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When

Wednesday 16 September 2026, 10am–2pm (arrive from 9:45am).

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Where

Boyanna Room, 35 Boyanna Rd, Glen Waverley VIC 3150 — a private space with its own kitchenette and disability access toilet.

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Cost

$100 per person, or $150 per couple.

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Group size

4–12 people — small enough to actually talk.

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Includes

Light lunch, snacks, tea and coffee, plus $10 off your course fee if you book into Term 4.

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Getting there

Parking behind the building or on Boyanna Rd (not Kerrie Rd). Buses 737, 742 and 754 stop 300m away.

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The courses

Two courses, depending on where you're at.

Each day blends mini lessons, worked examples, worksheets, practice and discussion — practical, immediately useful strategies you can use the same day.

Term 4 2026 6 weeks, fortnightly

Beginners Course

For families whose child has been recently diagnosed, and who have little awareness yet of how best to support them.

7 & 21 Oct · 4 & 18 Nov · 2 & 16 Dec, 10am–2pm

  • Week 1Neurodiversity and the Nervous System
  • Week 2Navigating Rules and Boundaries
  • Week 3Sensory Considerations
  • Week 4Supporting Multiple Conditions
  • Week 5Executive Dysfunction
  • Week 6Cooperating with the Care Team
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Term 1 2027 6 weeks, fortnightly

Intermediate Course

For families further along the journey, ready for more specific strategies.

Dates to be announced

  • Week 1Navigating Meltdowns/Shutdowns
  • Week 2Logical Consequences (Rules & Boundaries)
  • Week 3Proactive Sensory Environments
  • Week 4PDA (Demand Avoidance) Language Empowerment
  • Week 5Executive Dysfunction
  • Week 6Cooperating with the Care Team
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Pricing

 Drop-in classFull 6-week course
Per person$150$600
Per couple$250$1,000

Payment is required upfront to secure your spot — if this is difficult, please email us, we're happy to talk it through. Invoices are available for those using NDIS funding.

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Because understanding starts at home.

About the host

You'll be learning from someone who's lived it.

Daina

Host & facilitator, GoNDy

Daina is a qualified Primary Teacher with 9 years in schools and 20 years working with kids. She has worked closely alongside care teams for neurodiverse children, and is a neurodivergent person herself. She's passionate about creating spaces of belonging and believes everyone deserves the chance to be seen and understood in ways that let them thrive.

Ready to book?

Reserve your spot at the Sampler Workshop.

Small groups — min 4, max 12. Book early to secure your place for Wed 16 September.

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