Under 18 Programs

At SHY Rehab, we offer a range of tailored programs designed specifically for children and young people under 18. These programs are aimed at enhancing social skills, emotional regulation, communication, and independence in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment. Whether your child is homeschooled or attending mainstream or specialist education, our programs are evidence-based and support developmental growth across key areas.

📚 Homeschool Support Program (Day)
Designed to support homeschooled children in building socialisation and communication skills, this program provides regular peer interaction and guided group activities to help young people develop friendships, confidence, and emotional resilience in a safe and structured setting.

🧱 Brick Building Club
Using LEGO® and other construction toys, this program promotes collaborative play, problem-solving, turn-taking, and communication. It’s ideal for children who learn best through hands-on, structured activities and is especially beneficial for those with ASD or social communication challenges.

🎨 Art and Craft Group
A creative space where children explore self-expression, fine motor skills, and sensory experiences through guided art activities. This program fosters confidence, creativity, and social engagement while offering a therapeutic outlet for emotions.

🧠 Superflex: Self-Regulation and Social Thinking
Based on the widely used Superflex curriculum, this program helps children recognise “thinking traps” (Unthinkables), develop flexible thinking, and improve emotional self-regulation and problem-solving skills through engaging stories and games.

🍽 SOS Feeding Program
Our SOS (Sequential Oral Sensory) Feeding Program is tailored for children with feeding difficulties, sensory aversions, or picky eating behaviours. This evidence-based approach helps children build positive relationships with food through gradual exposure, play-based learning, and family involvement.

🌈 Zone of Regulation
This program teaches children to identify and regulate their emotions using the Zones framework. Children learn to recognise their emotional states, develop coping strategies, and respond to social situations appropriately, enhancing emotional literacy and self-control.

⚖️ Bal-A-Vis-X
Bal-A-Vis-X (Balance, Auditory, Vision Exercises) is a movement-based program that uses rhythmic exercises to improve coordination, focus, balance, and brain-body connection. It’s highly beneficial for children with ADHD, sensory integration challenges, or learning differences.

💡 Interoception Program
This program helps children build awareness of internal body cues such as hunger, thirst, pain, and emotions. It supports emotional regulation, toileting awareness, and self-care skills, particularly for children who struggle with recognising and responding to their own body signals.

🔸 Brave Bites Ability (14+)
A unique vocational-style cooking and hospitality program where participants gain hands-on experience in food preparation, food safety, customer service, and working as part of a team. Participants are actively involved in running a food truck or café-style setup and are paid for their participation, promoting real-world work experience and financial empowerment. This program builds confidence, job readiness, and community engagement in a supportive and inclusive setting.

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📞 Interested in Enrolling?
Contact us today to discuss how our Under 18 Programs can support your child’s unique needs and developmental goals.
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