EPIC Families LIVE

EPIC FAMILIES...LIVE!

"The Neurodiversity Revolution"

Welcome to the ultimate event to give families strength in neurodiversity.

This is for parents, carers, teachers and professionals who are seeking the confidence, tools, tactics and guidance to support and empower neurodivergent children.

Thinking Differently About Neurodiversity

When it comes to supporting and empowering children with ADHD, Autism and other neurodivergent conditions, we don’t just need change, we need a revolution.

EPIC Families stands for Extraordinary Parents & Incredible Children. We stand with the families who want to discover strength in neurodiversity. 

We understand it.

We've been through it.

We know exactly how it feels.

We were sick and tired of being overlooked, ignored, misunderstood and forgotten.

We were tired of sifting through generic ‘parenting advice’ that didn’t fit the real-life challenges we faced.

We were done with waiting, hoping and praying for somebody to help us.

We had enough of the guilt, the shame, the lectures & the judgement.

So we decided to create something totally different to help neurodiverse families thrive.

A different kind of event for parents…and children.

Learning…without lectures.

Empowerment…without PowerPoint.

Confidence…without being condescending

Shining a light…and sparking a change.

EPIC Families LIVE is on a mission to start a neurodiversity revolution to spread ideas that spark conversation, deepen understanding and drive meaningful change.

For a child, their whānau and their wider support & learning network, neurodivergence can feel dark and overwhelming. 

At EPIC Families wants to enlighten you with new ideas that will have a ripple effect through families, communities, schools and healthcare that point towards a better and brighter future.

What is EPIC Families Live?

EPIC stands for Extraordinary Parents & Incredible Children. 

We acknowledge that every neurodiverse family is already extraordinary and incredible. But an EPIC Families Live event helps families to reach a whole new level of confidence, connection and understanding. 

We showcase important research and ideas from all neurodiversity disciplines and explore how they connect. The goal is to expand the imagination, make unexpected connections, inspire conversation and set the ball in motion for meaningful learning and change.

At EPIC Families Live, every attendee will:

Become part of a community: Speakers take the EPIC stage to share EPIC Talks in their areas of expertise about neurodiversity insights that matter. But EPIC isn't a typical conference, and speakers aren’t the only ones with great ideas to share. The community of attendees — children, parents, carers, healthcare workers, teachers -  from all around New Zealand are as extraordinary as the speakers.

Be heard, seen and recognised: Caring for a neurodivergent child can be lonely, confusing and overwhelming. It can often feel like nobody else ‘gets it’. EPIC Families Live exists so that no parent or carer should feel overlooked, forgotten or unseen. Thinking differently is what unites us, and when we are united, the world will see our differences as our greatest strength.

Embark on a new experience: The format is fast-paced and typically includes: daily sessions of talks from EPIC speakers, interviews, panel discussion, a VIP cocktail reception and activities for neurodivergent children. Unlike other events and conferences, we will not tell you to leave your child at home…they will be welcomed, empowered and celebrated.

Spot the Difference, Find the Magic: Diversity is welcomed. The program is designed for attendees and speakers from vastly different fields to connect and draw inspiration from unlikely places. No lectures. No blame. No shame. No guilt. No judgement. Just EPIC connections, insights and empowerment.

What will you get?

We’re bringing you the experts to give you definitive answers and practical solutions to help you solve the challenges of:

• Managing emotional dysregulation, drama, meltdowns and outbursts
• Focusing in the classroom, managing life at school…and cracking the teacher communication code
• Sleeping and bedtimes
• Dealing with anxiety for children…and parents
• Mealtimes, nutrition and eating habits
• Being an neurodivergent parent with neurodivergent children
• Communicating with your child about ADHD
• Helping your child to discover their ‘ADHD Advantage’

…and much more!

We will give you simple insights and discoveries in plain English, with no jargon or scientific mumbo-jumbo. 

EPIC Families Live is designed to meet you right where you are - no nonsense, no fluff, just real guidance and a room full of parents, carers and children building the future they want, one manageable step at a time.

If you’re ready for a breakthrough and want to build an epic family future worth fighting for…Welcome to EPIC Families Live

Why Attend EPIC Families LIVE?

Join us for an inspirational gathering with the winning formula of brilliant minds, groundbreaking insights, extraordinary parents and incredible children. 

You’ll hear talks from gamechanging speakers on neurodiversity, child psychology, emotional regulation, behavioural change, sleep, nutrition, school & education…and perhaps even a Guinness World Record holder or two.

Plus you’ll make lifelong connections during curated workshops and panel experiences where you can dive deeper into an area of expertise or learn something completely new.

EPIC Families LIVE is your chance to be immersed in meaningful ideas and surrounded by those seeking to think and act differently when it comes to child neurodiversity.

The event is brought to you by Bay Paediatrics - one of New Zealand's leading child neurodiversity clinics.

Yes...Children ARE Welcome!

No need to worry about organising childcare, at EPIC Families Live, your children are welcome!

We will have specialised Occupational Therapists on site to engage and entertain your kids. We have dedicated spaces for them to run and be noisy, and we have space for them to be quiet. Your children will always be close enough to see you if they need you, and far enough to give you a little 'you' time with experts and parents.

VIP Experience: The EPIC Experts Fireside Chat

A small group of parents will are invited to attend a VIP drinks reception immediately after the main event.

You will take part in an intimate Q&A session and panel discussion, and will have time mingle with the expert speakers to gain specific insights about your children and family situation

You will get:

• A 90-minute reception with all the expert speakers where you will be able to ask all those tricky, long-held questions about your children and family situation, and get specific support to hep you with your challenges.
• Deep dive insights and inside tips that are tailored to your needs
• Access to a Q&A & panel discussion on topics of your choice
• Complimentary drinks & snacks
• A quiet, relaxed atmosphere for you to connect with other parents who are in similar situations to you.
• …all while your children will be supervised and entertained by a movie and popcorn next door

Please note: The VIP Experience is limited to a maximum of 30 people.

FAQS

Q: Can I bring my child?

A: Yes! Children are welcome and we will have qualified Occupational Therapists on site to entertain them, plus quiet space if they prefer to read a book or use their iPad.

Q: Will food & drink be provided?

A: We will have complimentary tea, coffee and snacks. If you wish to eat anything more substantial or have specific dietary requirements we recommend you bring your own food or eat beforehand.

Q: I want to purchase a VIP ticket, what about my child?

A: Your child is already a VIP ;-) They only need a standard ticket and will automatically be included in the VIP event if you purchase a VIP ticket.

Q: What is the refund policy?

A: Tickets are non-refundable, so if you cannot attend this event, you can either transfer the ticket to someone else, or keep the ticket and use it for free entry at the next EPIC Families event.

Q: I have further questions, who do I contact?

A: You can email the event organisers, Bay Paediatrics at hello@baypaediatrics.com