Hanen Parent Programs
Helping Communication Grow Through Everyday Interactions
Children learn communication through relationships and everyday experiences. Hanen parent programs help caregivers recognise opportunities to encourage interaction, language, and social communication during daily routines.At Daffodils Child Development Centre, our appropriately qualified speech-language pathologists support parents in learning strategies they can use during play, conversations, reading, and everyday family activities.
What Are Hanen Programs?
Hanen programs are structured parent-training programs that help caregivers support their child’s communication in natural settings.Parents learn to follow their child’s interests, respond to communication attempts, adjust their language, and create opportunities for meaningful interaction.
Explore Our Hanen Programs
It Takes Two to Talk®
Supporting Early Language Development
Designed for parents of young children with language delays, this program helps caregivers encourage interaction, understanding, and expressive language through everyday activities.More Than Words®
Supporting Autistic Children’s Communication
Designed for parents of autistic children, this program helps caregivers support communication, social interaction, and engagement in ways that build on their child’s interests and strengths.TalkAbility™
Developing Social Communication
Designed for parents of children who have difficulty with social interaction and communication, this program explores ways to support conversation, understanding social cues, and connecting with peers.What Will You Learn?
Depending on the program, you may learn to:
- Follow your child’s lead and interests.
- Recognise and respond to communication attempts.
- Encourage back-and-forth interaction.
- Use language that matches your child’s developmental level.
- Create opportunities for communication during daily routines.
- Support social communication and interaction.
How Are Hanen Programs Delivered?
Hanen programs have specific eligibility, training, and delivery requirements. Depending on the program, participation may involve parent workshops, individual sessions with your child, and practice at home over several months.Your clinician can help identify the program that best fits your child’s age and communication profile.
Everyday Moments Can Build Communication
You do not need special toys or formal lessons to encourage communication. With the right strategies, play, mealtimes, books, and family routines can become opportunities for connection and learning.