Carramar Early Interventions
Early Interventions are a part of Anglicare’s Child, Youth & Family Services, We provide support services for pregnant and parenting young women who are up to 25 years of age and their children aged 0-5 years (and sometimes their partners.) The main components of the program are:
- Accommodation
- Groups
- Case Management
- Counselling
- Early Childhood Support.
Accommodation
Our accommodation is limited to 10 properties which are two or three bedroom units/villas in nearby suburbs. It is medium-term accommodation, so that tenants stay for 12—18 months.
Accommodation is available to young women, who are: pregnant or with children, capable of living independently, and prepared to become involved in other aspects of the program. Tenants provide most of their own furniture, and pay rent and bond in advance.
Groups
We have a playgroup each week. This gives the parents a chance to have some fun play time with their children, and to learn about being a parent. In addition we run groups for parents that cover a range of topics: living skills, personal development, craft, parenting. During these parents’ groups, there is also a program running for the children in the play room. Families in our accommodation come to the playgroup and/or the parents’ group.
Case Management/Counselling
We have experienced support workers, and a counsellor, to assist families to learn new skills. Each family is allocated a support worker, who meets with them regularly; counselling is available. Group clients may also be allocated a support worker and be referred for counselling
‘Watch Me Grow’ Early Childhood Program
We know that parents want to give their children the best start in life, and we know that parenting can be a tough job. An Early Childhood worker runs the playgroups and children’s group, and is also available to meet with families to focus on children’s early learning and development.
Referral
While accommodation is for women and children only; playgroups, some parents’ groups, and some supports are available to the partners of the women referred; and the fathers of their children.
Acceptance onto the program depends on support needs, vacancies and assessment interviews.
Phone contact us for more information or an appointment.
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