NSW, Australia
Emergency financial support and advice. Crisis Relief. Clothing and blankets.
Visit supplier >Regional Extended Family Services Inc. (REFS) - Armidale
NSW, Australia
Confidential mediation sessions, counselling, family therapy, group work and training programs. Central Intake at Armidale Office
Visit supplier >Country Womens Association - Armidale
NSW, Australia
Clean rest rooms for parents & women during hours of operation. Assoc. meets 3rd Thursday of each month 1.30pm at CWA Hall in Armidale. Craft Group meets Thurs, 10am to 12 midday.
Visit supplier >Armidale Womens Housing Group Inc
NSW, Australia
Personal support, referral, budgeting. Support to get private or public housing. Medium term housing.
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Various clinics and parent support groups. Contact office for times and details.
Visit supplier >Cancer Support Group Inc. - Gunnedah and District
NSW, Australia
Meet at 5.30 pm, 4th Monday of the month, Education Centre, Gunnedah Hospital grounds.
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Information, Referral, Advocacy, Support Groups, Social Support, Programs, Social Activities, Interagency Coordination.
Visit supplier >Tamworth Family Support Service
NSW, Australia
Family support services include counselling, advocacy, referral, parenting & living skills development and intensive, supervised contact with parents.
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Meet 4th Monday of the Month at 2.30pm at the HACC building 27 Hill St
Visit supplier >Werris Creek Carer Support Group
NSW, Australia
Meet 3rd Tuesday of the Month. Social outings.
Visit supplier >Tharawonga Mobile Resource Unit
NSW, Australia
Mobile pre-school, playgroup, toy/book library and community resource information.
Visit supplier >Northern Regional Tenant Resource Service
NSW, Australia
Promotes tenant participation by social housing tenants in the Northern Region of NSW. Promotes and advoacates for needs and needs of social housing tenants.
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Genetic Health provides information, support and counselling for people concerned about inherited (genetic) disorders in order to help them make informed decisions. The genetics team can provide the following services; Discuss and organise appropriate tests, Access the chance of being affected by a particular genetic disorder, Provide counselling and support if an abnormality is detected during pregnancy, Provide community resources and information regarding support groups and Provide written information.
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Range of services to assist cancer patients which includes, Information, Accommodation in Sydney and Wagga Wagga, hospital care and financial assistance with both transportation and accommodation to their place of treatment. The society, along with the cancer council, have accommodation at Lilier Lodge for patients receiving treatment whilst in Wagga Wagga at a nominal cost. Can Assist may also offer assistance to cancer patients with the following; Electricity,Telephone, Water, Rates, Gas, Mobilephone Accounts, School Fees, Breast Prosthesis assistance, Wigs, food, Incontinent supplies, Palliative Care assistance and Chemist accounts.
Visit supplier >Temora Family and Youth Service
NSW, Australia
Family Support Services include Advocacy, Brief Counselling, Budgeting, Parenting Skills, Parenting Courses, Life Skills, Court Support for Domestic Violence cases, Youth Support and The Brighter Futures Program.
Visit supplier >Parkinson's Support Group - Deniliquin
NSW, Australia
Support for persons with Parkinson's disease and their families. The Deni group are not meeting till further notice. The Finley group meet at the location given.
Visit supplier >Best Bet & Wagga Financial Counselling
NSW, Australia
Best Bet Counselling provides a free and confidential service to problem gamblers and their families. Best Bet Counselling also provides therapeutic groups and community education. The financial Counselling service is open to all residents, not just gamblers.
Visit supplier >The aim of this Body is to assist members of the Veteran Community to seek benefits from the Department of Veteran Affairs and provide information in relation to Pensions and Welfare matters including Hospital/Home visits. BBQs get togethers take place monthly at the sub Branch house. Currently, the sub-branch is looking for volunteers to help with activities such as selling badges and poppies on ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day. If you are able to help out, please contact the Office on 69213528
Visit supplier >St Vincent De Paul Society - Wagga Wagga
NSW, Australia
The St Vincent De Paul Society offers assistance to the needy including; Welfare Services, Clothing Assistance, Emergency Material Aid, Budget Counselling, Social Support.<p> The shop sells cheap secondhand clothing, books and knick-knacks Shop hours Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm, Sat 9am - 12noon Welfare hours Mon - Fri 10am - 4.30pm, Sat 9am - 12 noon
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Thurgoona Community Complex aims to initiate community development and to provide quality programs and services to the community.
Visit supplier >Dementia Advisory and Support Service
NSW, Australia
The role of the Dementia Support Worker is to provide information, education and support to people with Dementia, carers and their families. Promote local awareness of Dementia and to link people to assessment and community support services.
Visit supplier >St John's First Aid volunteers are professional medical officers and highly trained First Aiders dedicated to making our community a safer place. Teams of St John First Aiders are available to come along and run a First Aid post at your next event. St John First Aiders are highly trained, professional, and carry advanced First Aid equipment such as First Aid kits and products, defibrillators and oxygen units. St John does not charge a set up fee for these services, although donations are appreciated. For First Aid courses and supply of new and replenishment of First Aid kits call 1300 360 455
Visit supplier >Parents as Teachers Program - Parent Resource Centre
NSW, Australia
Designed to help parents enjoy their parenting roles by giving them information on child development, activities to assist development, support through home visits and group meetings.
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This service provides Recruitment, cost free and confidential, for both employers and persons seeking employment. RCC is a job network member and recruit free of charge and customise your needs for traineeships, employment vacancies or help with a career change. Adult education courses, general (non accredited) and accredited. Community Volunteers - Visiting frail aged residents in aged care facilities.
Visit supplier >Australian Breastfeeding Association - Riverina Region
NSW, Australia
Fully trained volunteer counsellors and community educators provide information, support and resources on all aspects of breastfeeding via 7 day Helpline. Breastfeeding Education Classes for expectant parents, educational talks for primary, secondary and tertiary students and health professional liaison. Regular informal meetings for families - all welcome.
Visit supplier >Special Kids Inspiring Parents (SKIP)
NSW, Australia
Mail out newsletter support group for parents of children 0-12 years with disabilities. Activities organised once a term.
Visit supplier >The Salvation Army - Deniliquin
NSW, Australia
*Sunday Church Services 10.00am, Tuesday Ladies Group, *1.30pm Bible study, *2.00pm afternoon tea and meeting at 2.15.*Mini musos Friday morning at 10-12 offers a short fun filled music program for preschoolers and their carers. Emergency Relief Assistance is provided on Wednesdays 10am-3pm. There are no appointments. Family Store, Edwardes St. open Mon.- Fri. 10am-4pm.Sat.10am-12md.Shop Phone number 5881 8677. Activities Available Tuesday afternoon boys and girls SAGALA from 5yrs to 15years 4pm to 5.30pm. SAGALA is based on the scouting movement.
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Recruiting, training and supporting volunteers who provide information, support and advice to families with children aged 0-8.
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If Wendy is not available leave a message with Moree Community Health Centre on (02) 6757 0200.
Visit supplier >Salvation Army Corps - Barraba
NSW, Australia
Store is at 77 Queen Street (02) 6782 1000.
Visit supplier >The Cancer Council NSW - North West Region
NSW, Australia
Cancer information and support, health programs, major fundraising events and community fundraising.
Visit supplier >Bucketts Way Neighbourhood Group Inc
NSW, Australia
Provides domestic assistance, respite care, personal care, transport for medical appointments, continence assistance, companionship, shopping, banking, carer support group, excursions and socialisation. A peer support group operates for younger people with a disability one day a week. A social support group operates for younger people with a disability one day a week. Post school program outlet 4 days a week. Transition to Work Program, Community Participation Program and Post School Options Program. Centrelink agent, Neighbourhood Centre, Emergency Response Units installed and maintained. NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE: specializes in services for material aid (help with vouchers and food), dealing with government departments/other organisations and developing community projects. It also offers photocopying and faxing facilities. The service covers the Gloucester L.G.A and along Bucketts Way from Lime Burners Creek to Krambach.
Visit supplier >Coffs Harbour Refugee Support Service
NSW, Australia
The project aims to recruit, train and co-ordinate a team of community volunteers who will provide direct settlement assistance, mentoring and support to refugees and humanitarian entrants.
Visit supplier >Child & Family Health Nursing Service - Port Macquarie
NSW, Australia
Clinics provide advice and education in child development and parenting skills from 0-5 years. Provides support in times of crisis. Hospital visits, post-natal home visits, new parent groups for parenting education. Support available for post natal depression, breast feeding and settling crying babies.
Visit supplier >Volunteer Home Visiting Service - Bellingen & Nambucca
NSW, Australia
Support provided for 2-3 hours per week by fully trained Volunteer Home Visitors. Main aim is to assist families to raise healthy happy children. Provide practical and emotional support for any families with a baby under 12 months of age. Give mums "time out" to rest.
Visit supplier >Family Support Service - Gloucester
NSW, Australia
Home visits, centre based support, help keep families together, link families with other services, provide parenting skills, focusing on child protection issues, access to information and resources, practical and emotional support.
Visit supplier >UnitingCare Burnside Family Support Service
NSW, Australia
This service provides support for families experiencing stress and difficulties. There is a range of service options including home visiting, parenting development groups, playgroups, support groups and individual counselling.
Visit supplier >Family Support Services - Forster
NSW, Australia
Home visits, centre based support, help keep families together, link families with other services, provide parenting skills, focusing on child protection issues, access to information and resources, practical and emotional support. There are also Parenting courses available.
Visit supplier >Family Support Services - Manning, Great Lakes, Gloucester
NSW, Australia
Home visits, support to keep families together, link families with other services, provide parenting skills, focusing on child protection issues, access to information and resources, practical and emotional support. Educative group programs continually available. Worker for fathers. Playgroup and Young Parents Group and groups for men. Specialist mens worker providing groups and personal support to men in family relationships and support for young and first time fathers. Gloucester office: Shop 5 Majestic Arcade 78 Church St Gloucester. Forster Office: 8/8 Wharf St Forster.
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Support for people with acquired brain injuries and their families, friends and carers. Community access for individuals and one on one support for people with high needs. Some out of home respite available. Bus trips and outings happen on a regular basis. Bi-monthy newsletters. Accommodation support to clients in their own home.
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Voluntary home visiting program offering early intervention and prevention support for families. Offers low key practical, emotional and social support identified by the family. Volunteers are linked to a family on a one-to-one basis. Families are visited regularly for a negotiated period of time.
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Home Start is a coordinated Families NSW strategy sponsored by the NSW Government to increase effectiveness of early intervention and prevention services in helping families raise healthy adjusted children. Families NSW focuses on providing support and assistance to families who have children under 5 years of age.
Visit supplier >Home Start - Forster/Tuncurry & Taree
NSW, Australia
Nurturing families with children under 5 years. Homestart visitors offer their time voluntarily and are linked on a one to one basis with families whom they visit regularly to provide practical support and friendship.
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A volunteer home visiting program offering support and friendship to families with at least one child under 5 years. Provides support and training for volunteers. Linked with Home Start Australia.
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Legacy is a voluntary service that looks after the needs and welfare of returned service personnel's dependents. Social support, home visits and referral to other organisations.
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Volunteers provide social support, advocacy, information and welfare assistance to widows and children of returned servicemen.
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Traditional Ex-Service organisation established to care for widows and families of Veterans who died on active service or subsequently of such service. Assistance with pension claims and community supports for eligible people.
Visit supplier >LUNGNET Lung Support Group - Taree
NSW, Australia
Support group for anyone experiencing airway problems such as asthma, emphysema, bronciectasis etc and their carers. Regular meetings with guest speakers and health information provided. Meetings alternate between education and social 3rd Tuesday of month 10am at Rural Fire Service rooms Muldoon St Taree. Our support is available to others with an unrelated illness and are welcome to join in our activities and become members.
Visit supplier >Men & Family Relationships Service - Taree
NSW, Australia
Group programs eg Hey Dad. Young parents group run by Family Workers for Fathers. Home visits. Practical and emotional support, relationship issues support, access to information and resources, providing parenting skills - focusing on child development and child protection issues. Link individuals and families with other services, advocate on behalf of individuals and families in areas relating to access and equity, help keep families together (where it's safe), provide support with issues of domestic violence, facilitate groupwork programs.
Visit supplier >Mobile Respite Service for Carers of People with Dementia and/or Cognitive and Behavioural Disorders
NSW, Australia
Assist carers to continue caring for people with dementia and/or Cognitive and behavioural disorders at home. Respite service in/out home, gives carers a break and/or support, and/or dementia education for people in rural or remote areas with challenging behaviours. Also provides Case Management (including care coordination and referrals), Carer support and Education. Services north to Stuarts Point, South to Johns River and west to Ellenborough.
Visit supplier >Multiple Sclerosis Society Support Group - Port Macquarie
NSW, Australia
Provides regular meetings at Westport Club. 2nd Wednesday of each month. 10am to 12 noon. Newsletters with topics of interest and guest speakers. Social support and information, access to MS services.
Visit supplier >Hunter Brain Injury Service - Taree
NSW, Australia
Offers support and counselling to people with brain injury and their families, expert advice to other services in brain injury, also accredited CTP providers.
Visit supplier >Provides support and information. Phone or personal contact only - no groups at present.
Visit supplier >SNIBS - Special Needs in the Bellingen Shire
NSW, Australia
Service supports & encourages the growth of children with special needs. Provides information on the availability of services & support for families. Run special needs playgroups in Bellingen ($1 per child). Provides social support. Home visits/preschool & child care centre visits to assist in inclusion of children with special needs with transition to school. Includes children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and language/communication delay.
Visit supplier >Coffs Harbour Carer Support Group
NSW, Australia
Very informal support group for carers of anyone with a disability, chronic illness or dementia 2pm-4pm every 2nd Thursday of month. Provide information, support, social support, debriefing and outlet for people to feel comfortable within the situation in which they live. Meet at the Community Village in Earl Street Coffs Harbour.
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For women under 25 years of age looking to meet other young mums with babies or toddlers, in a child friendly environment with craft activities provided for the children. Mums can get together in a facilitated group to discuss issues of relevance eg relationships, communication, safe sex etc. Information on Playgroups. Operates Monday 10am-11.30am (school term only). Morning tea provided.
Visit supplier >UnitingCare Burnside Hastings Family Support Centre
NSW, Australia
Provides: Home based family work, Families learning together supported play group with early childhood worker (Port Macquarie and Wauchope); Family Worker fathers, DV Court support for women. Teenagers learning with their children group.
Visit supplier >Amputee Association of NSW Inc - Northern Rivers
NSW, Australia
Support for families and amputees. Meet 1st Mon of each month at varying venues for a luncheon meeting, 12 noon. (Phone prior to meeting date for details). $10 Annual Membership ($15 per couple).
Visit supplier >Arthritis Foundation of NSW - Lower Clarence
NSW, Australia
Support group for arthritis sufferers.Provides education,finances scholarships,research and equipment. Hydrotherapy Fri 11am-12pm Maclean Hospital :pool group with qualified leader for exercises.Public welcome.Meetings 9.30am-12pm 4th Mon of month except Dec/Jan.
Visit supplier >Carer Support Group (On Track) - Tweed Heads
NSW, Australia
Provision of information and support to carers of people affected by mental illness. Meetings every 1st Thurs each month.
Visit supplier >Community Programs Volunteer Home Visiting Scheme
NSW, Australia
Offers trained volunteers to support families in their homes in practical / social ways for a few hours per week.Home visitors assist parents to develop their own parenting and coping skills.
Visit supplier >Dementia Care Education Project / NRSDC
NSW, Australia
Community education responsive to the needs of carers of people with dementia. Information kit supply,support,advocacy and related referral.
Visit supplier >Special Education / Disability Programs
NSW, Australia
Disability Program consultant: early childhood and primary education,secondary education,technical and further education,vocational education and training,higher education,adult and community education.
Visit supplier >Family Support Clarence Valley
NSW, Australia
Information and resources for families.
Visit supplier >Mental Health Family and Carers Support Group - Lismore
NSW, Australia
For people with a relative or friend with a mental illness. Group meets every 1st Monday of the month at Workers Club Lismore at 10 am - 12 pm. Group meets 2nd Mon if 1st is a public holiday. If phone is unattended please leave message and call will be returned.
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Family support. Volunteer Home visiting service. Supported Play Groups Wednesday mornings 10am-12noon. Play Groups at no cost. Babies playgroup Fri 10 am - 12 noon. Parenting classes 1 per term. Bonding with baby. Nimbin Family Centre - parenting & playgroups. Postnatal depression therapeutic group: contact Sophie or Jodie at above phone or email: bondingwithbaby@familynet.ngo.org.au
Visit supplier >Family Support Services - Casino
NSW, Australia
Provides services to families, single people-open age group. Support,c ounselling, information, home visits conducted. Support groups run as needed e.g. for domestic violence, relationships and women's support group.
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Offers professional counselling & supportive assistance to individuals, families and partners. Sexuality Education for young people aged 5 to 18 yrs as well as for persons with a developmental disability. Training on communications skills, self esteem, rebuilding after separation and divorce and positive parenting. Also relationship education and a Mens Program. Free Specific counselling available to families who have a child or adult with a severe disability.
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The service is based in Lismore and offers a variety support, group programs e.g. self esteem and community development services to men and their families. Programs include; MEND (Men Exploring New Directions), Mensline (telephone peer support), BUILD (group programs and one to one counselling), Volunteer training for projects such as the Mobile Men's Shed (outreach and publicity), Dads & Kids Playgroups and training courses for professionals. Support to women who have been in abusive relationships. Professional training on working to stop violence.
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Information, referral & support. Free financial counselling service. Emergency relief - food vouchers, electricity & telephone vouchers. Homeless project - showers, tea, coffee & meals. Food & friendship kitchen - free meals Mon,Wed, Fri 5.30pm - 6.30pm. Tax Help. Playgroup. JP Service. Support groups - AA, Alanon. Audio service for visually impaired.
Visit supplier >Parkinson's Support Group - Northern Rivers
NSW, Australia
Support group meets 10 am on the 2nd Friday bi-monthly starting in February from 10am-12pm the activity centre Crowley Village. Bi-monthly get together at Summerland House.
Visit supplier >Vision Australia - North Coast
NSW, Australia
Assistance for people with low vision or blindness. Assessment and equipment. Independent Living Skills Training; children services; vision assessment; adaptive technology assessment and training; employment services; library services incl. talking books and newspapers. Fact sheets available e.g. pouring safely, telling the time etc. Support groups: Lismore - 1st Tues of the month 1.30pm, Lismore Workers Club Keen St. Murwillumbah/Byron - 1st Wed month, 11.30am, Anglican Church River St Murwillumbah. Casino - 1st Mon month, 10 am, Casino library, Graham Place (behind Police station).
Visit supplier >Sexual Health and Aids Service (SHAIDS)
NSW, Australia
Testing, diagnosis and treatment of all sexually transmitted infections (STI's). Specialised, holistic HIV management. Health promotion & education. Sexual health counselling. Needle & syringe outlet. Clinics in Lismore Mon, Tue, Thurs and Fri. Youth drop in clinic (under 25) Wed 2pm-5.30pm. Counselling (Lismore) Mon,Tue and Thurs. Weekly outreach clinics Byron Bay and Ballina. Youth & Aboriginal outreach clinic at Nimbin 1 pm - 4.30 pm Thurs, at Side Entrance, Nimbin Medical Centre, Cullen St.
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Social support for stroke victims,their carers, friends and families.Organise outings and entertainment,give information.Acrylic art, craft.Tweed 1st and 3rd Thursdays at Terranora Retirement Village, Terrama Drive, West Tweed Heads. Meet at Dinning Hall from 2-4pm. Murwillumbah Group meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday of month at HACC Rooms, Knox Park, Woolumbin St, Murwillumbah. 1-3pm.
Visit supplier >Volunteer Home Visiting Service - Ballina and Byron
NSW, Australia
A Families NSW Program. Coordinator trains volunteers to go into the home of families with a child/ren age 3 years or under (target group is newborns). The volunteers are there as a social and practical support to the family - not a babysitter, the volunteers are not left with the child/ren by themselves. Support is on a short term basis. The Coordinator matches the volunteer with a family. All volunteers are subject to background checks ie Working with Children Check and interviews with the Co ordinator.
Visit supplier >Volunteer Home Visiting Service - Tweed
NSW, Australia
A Families First Program.Coordinator trains volunteers to go into the home of families with a child/ren under the age of 3 years (target group is newborns).The volunteers are there as a social and practical support(advice on child raising etc) to the family.Volunteers are not left with the child/ren by themselves.Support is short term.Coordinator matches volunteer with a family.All volunteers subject to background checks ie Working with Children Check and interviews with co ordinator.
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Assists and supports families with dependant children under 18 eg: parenting, relationships, budgeting, family crisis
Visit supplier >Aboriginal Liaison Officer - GWAHS
NSW, Australia
Provides support/assistance to Aboriginal people admitted to the Broken Hill Health Service.
Visit supplier >Abuse of Older People (ACAT) - GWAHS
NSW, Australia
If you or someone you know requires assistance with an abusive situation you may contact: * Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT): 08 8080 1333 or 8080 1663 * General Practioner * Hospital: 08 8080 1333 * Community Nurses: 08 8080 1642 * Community Legal Centre: 1800 300 036 * Police: 000/local 08 8087 0299
Visit supplier >Provides assistance and support to families with young children up to eight years of age. The workers can also assist in the antenatal period, to assist in planning and preparation for the birth of a child. Playgroup is conducted in Menindee every 2nd Wednesday.
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Provides support for Widows and Children of Ex War Service Personnel, including organising practical assistance such as minor plumbing or home maintenance help. Conducts Fundraising activities. Legacy Aged Care Units at Shorty ONeill Village and 3 Legacy Cottages at Tramway Terrace.
Visit supplier >Carer Support Group - Broken Hill
NSW, Australia
Provides social/emotional support to carers, make new friends and share your caring experiences. Support Group meets the last Wednesday of each month at 12.30pm at the Centre for Community (venue may vary - please check before meeting). Carers also get together for a weekly chat and coffee (except for monthly meeting day). This get together is held at the Broken Hill Visitor Information Centre Cafe every Wednesday at approximately 11.30am.
Visit supplier >Child and Family Health Centre
NSW, Australia
The Centre offers a range of Child and Family Health services including: * Lead Health Program and Blood Lead Testing * Immunisation and Child Health Clinics * Child and Adolescent Mental Health Counselling (by referral and appointment) * Early Intervention Coordination * Newborn Hearing Screening * Community Midwife Service * Child and Family Health Nursing * Child and Family Support Officer * Parenting Groups * Youth Clinic (CHAT) * Public Toilets, Baby Weigh Scales, Baby Change Area, Swings and Play Equipment.
Visit supplier >Child Protection Agency. Provides assistance for youth and families in crisis. Child Protection and Child Abuse Prevention/Investigation. Services available 24 hours 132 111 - 24 hour Help Line.
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The Good Beginnings National Parenting Program fosters partnerships between parents, volunteers, all levels of government, community based services and business to offer support to parents and to create safe environments in which babies and young children can thrive. Helps parents who are isolated, depressed or experiencing difficulties that may disadvantage their children. Home visiting program to Broken Hill and Menindee. Trained volunteers/professionals visit parents. Good Beginnings also operate a Play and Learn program for parents and their children aged from birth to three and a Transition to School Group for children aged three to five and their parents.
Visit supplier >Outback Mobile Resource Unit Inc.
NSW, Australia
The Outback Mobile Resource Unit Inc is a children's service providing both licensed Child-Care and play group sessions to children and families in the remote and isolated regions of Far Western New South Wales. Child care services available in Tibooburra and White Cliffs when in those areas. (Current at 14/08/07)
Visit supplier >Cranebrook Women's Drop-In Centre
NSW, Australia
The program provides a weekly drop-in centre for women whereby there is access to crisis services and planned group activity. 50c donation welcome to both the group and childcare. The service aims to provide information, support, advocacy and education. Child care is provided by way of a playgroup for children 0-5 years but numbers are limited so you need to book beforehand.
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Services provided at Job Quest include: Work for the Dole Schemes; SkillsLink which assists people over 40 in looking for work; Youth Pathway Programme that helps kids aged 13-19 to stay in school, but as a last option, assist them in job searching.
Visit supplier >St Marys Area Community Development Project
NSW, Australia
The St Marys Community Development Project coordinates/auspices a range of services and activities.
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Support and information for people with an acquired brain injury, their families or carers.
Visit supplier >Blue Mountains Family Support Service
NSW, Australia
Service focus is on families raising children - some practical assistance is also available to single people/couples without kids. Manage Blue Mountains Emergency Relief. Services - food parcels, limited financial assistance, help with electricity bills & water rates(when available), crisis and short term counselling, assessment and referral, early intervention support.
Visit supplier >The Upper Blue Mountains Child Protection Service
NSW, Australia
Child protection counselling service. Counselling and group work to children, young people and families where there is a child protection concern. Community educators and community development.
Visit supplier >Lower Mountains Family Support Service
NSW, Australia
Provide counselling, support, groups, information, advocacy and practical assistance to families who are experiencing major difficulties in their lives. Services include the "Family Work Program" where a family worker can meet with families either in their homes or at "The Cottage" to work together on the issues facing the family; "Group Programs" where families can learn more about parenting and relationships and gain support and encouragement from both workers and group participants; and the "Emergency Relief Program" where families can be assisted with food vouchers to help them through a financial crisis. Budget counselling and advice, intervention work with DOCS clients, informal parent discussion/support groups and a mentoring service program for child care services in the Blue Mountains.
Visit supplier >Barnardos Crisis Intake Program
NSW, Australia
The crisis intake is for families and individuals who are experiencing stress and difficulties. The crisis intake program can be the first step in exploring the options to reduce the effects of the stress or resolve the problems concerning your family. Help provided includes: information about services and help to contact them, referrals to other programs within the centre, practical help (parenting ideas, use of a telephone and photocopier, budgeting), emergency aid (electricity, gas and water vouchers when available).
Visit supplier >Special Neighbours Program - Children
NSW, Australia
The Special Neighbours Program aims at keeping children with their families instead of placing them in substitute care. The program provides a number of services: home visitation family support, crisis intake and support, after care and a variety of group programs including parent's groups.
Visit supplier >Western Sydney Tenants' Service (WESTS) - Outreach
NSW, Australia
An independent tenants' advice and advocacy service. WESTS exists to make sure tenant's know their rights and how to go about getting them. We give advice to tenants and act on their behalf. We advise tenant's on issues like: *eviction *repairs *bond disputes *locks and security *right to privacy *residential tenancy agreements *going to the Residential Tribunal. We also: *give written information, such as tenancy factsheets; *run information sessions on understanding tenancy law and how to use it *train community workers and services involved in tenancy issues. Outreach services of WESTS are: Blue Mountains and Penrith. ADVICE LINE: 1800 625 956 or 9413 2677
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