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Family Support

Sometimes families need extra support to navigate life's challenges. Whether you're facing parenting concerns, adjusting to change, feeling isolated, or looking for support in your community, you don't have to work through it alone.

Our Family Support team works alongside families to understand their situation and connect them with the support that's right for them.

We welcome families from all backgrounds and are here to help you explore your options.

Families contact us for support with:

  • parenting and family relationships
  • adjusting to changes or challenges at home
  • feeling isolated or disconnected from support
  • children's wellbeing and development
  • accessing local services and community resources
  • building confidence and resilience
  • achieving goals for themselves and their family

Who can access Family Support?

We support families with children aged 0–18 years living in the following Local Government Areas:

  • Liverpool
  • Fairfield
  • Penrith
  • Blacktown
  • Inner West
  • Canada Bay
  • Sydney
  • Shoalhaven

What we offer

Parenting Support
Practical tips and guidance for parents and caregivers.
Emotional Support
A safe space to talk through stress, relationships, or family challenges.
Family Support Workers
One‑on‑one support to help you set goals, solve problems, and connect with other services.
Home Visits
Friendly, personalised support delivered in the comfort of your home.
Practical Assistance
Help connecting parents and carers to resources in their local communities.
Safety & Wellbeing Support
Assistance with family conflict, safety planning, and referrals to specialist services.
Cultural Support
Help accessing culturally safe services and staying connected with your community.
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How we help: One-on-one support

Plans tailored to your family needs.
Referrals and warm connections to specialist services.
Advocacy and coordination with other providers.
Home visits and regular check-ins to keep things on track.

How to get started

You don't need to wait until things become overwhelming before reaching out. Family Support provides early help for families who may need extra guidance, practical support or connections to local services.

1
Submit an enquiry

Tell us a little about yourself and your family using the form below.

2
Speak with a Family Support worker

We'll contact you to discuss your situation, goals and any challenges you're experiencing.

3
Receive support tailored to your family

Together we'll identify the support that's right for you, whether that's ongoing family support, parenting guidance, referrals or connections to other services.

Enquire now

If you're a parent or carer looking for support, complete the form below and a member of our team will be in touch.
 
Professionals referring a family should use our Family Support Referral Form.

Frequently asked questions

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