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connections and opportunities to thrive in life

Child, Youth, Family & Parenting Support Services Overview

The Family Co. Child, Youth, Family and Parenting support services provide information, support and programs for young people, parents and families, as well as schools to support all in strengthening and fostering relationships, developing resilience and life skills and thriving in life.

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Author: Nicki Mead

Domestic and Family Violence Support Services Overview

The Family Co. provides the leading Domestic Violence Support Services program in the Sutherland Shire, offering a comprehensive range of support from crisis support, safety planning, court support, case management, therapeutic programs and specialised support groups. People can self refer or be referred by a health specialist.

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Author: Nicki Mead

Education & Training Services Overview

The Family Co. delivers a range of education programs in schools, workplaces and within our communities to educate people of all ages and backgrounds to understand child development and attachment, as well as respond to the impacts of domestic violence and trauma.

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Author: Nicki Mead

Our FY22 Impact

9,966

People assisted through our Youth, Child & Family Services

9,969

People assisted through our DV Support offerings

2,483

people participated in our training & education programs

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Latest news

  • Family Co. Team support 2023 Walk for Respectful Relationships

    The Family Co. team supported the 2023 Walk for Respectful Relationships today at Cronulla. This wonderful annual event brings the Sutherland Shire Community together to shine a spotlight on domestic & family violence, victims and support services. We were humbled to see over 1500 turn out to support this event, despite the inclement weather. Read more

  • 2023 National Children's Week - Let them PLAY!

    The theme of the 2023 National Children's Week is "Children have the right to relax, play and take part in activities they enjoy". At The Family Co., we're big believers in the the benefits to children of PLAY, and many of our programs work to include play in them. So we'd love to share with you the many benefits to your child of unstructured play time, how you as a parent can encourage play. When we let children play, everyone benefits. Read more

  • 2023 Gala Dinner raises $27,955 for Family Support

    THANK YOU to all the wonderful individuals and local businesses who supported our Gala Dinner Fundraising Event on the 13th of October by attending or purchasing raffle tickets or auction items. Read more

Latest events

  • Domestic Violence Awareness - Volvo Session 1

    This session will help you to identify types of violence, common indicators of violence being used or experienced. The content also explores bystander responses and provides practical information about support services for victims and users of violence.  Read more

  • Domestic Violence Awareness - Volvo Session 2

    This session will help you to identify types of violence, common indicators of violence being used or experienced. The content also explores bystander responses and provides practical information about support services for victims and users of violence.  Read more

  • Domestic Violence Awareness - Volvo Session 3

    This session will help you to identify types of violence, common indicators of violence being used or experienced. The content also explores bystander responses and provides practical information about support services for victims and users of violence.  Read more