Family work support

Family Caseworker Program

Family Workers provide assistance to families who, for a variety of reasons, would benefit from additional support. Read more

Aboriginal Family Worker Services

Aboriginal Family Workers provide practical and emotional support and assistance to Aboriginal families with young children who are experiencing difficulties. Read more

Supported Playgroup

Supported Playgroup operates every Monday morning during school terms in our own purpose-built child care centre in Jannali. Read more

The Intensive Family Preservation (IFP) Program provides intensive interventions to work towards improving children’s safety, placement permanency and wellbeing. IFP is a family focused, and community-based service designed to help families cope with significant stressors impacting their ability to nurture their children. Read more

Defence Family Worker Support

Providing Defence Force Families with emotional and practical support, advocacy, information and referrals. Read more

Defence Families Coffee & Connect Gatherings

The regular "Coffee & Connect" gatherings provide local Defence Force Families with an opportunity to meet others facing similar circumstances in an informal and relaxed setting. Please call for location and times for the group. Read more

Latest

Harnessing the Positive Influence of Men

All men can use their positive influence to create safety for women, men and children. Our Harnessing the Positive Influence of Men sessions are about educating men about the different forms of abuse, how to recognise the signs that a workmate, friend or relative might be experiencing or using violence and how they can use their voice to provide safety for victims and a pathway to support for people who are using violence, or at risk of using violence. Join today.
Harnessing the Positive Influence of Men

All men can use their positive influence to create safety for women, men and children. Our Harnessing the Positive Influence of Men sessions are about educating men about the different forms of abuse, how to recognise the signs that a workmate, friend or relative might be experiencing or using violence and how they can use their voice to provide safety for victims and a pathway to support for people who are using violence, or at risk of using violence. Join today.
Harnessing the Positive Influence of Men

All men can use their positive influence to create safety for women, men and children. Our Harnessing the Positive Influence of Men sessions are about educating men about the different forms of abuse, how to recognise the signs that a workmate, friend or relative might be experiencing or using violence and how they can use their voice to provide safety for victims and a pathway to support for people who are using violence, or at risk of using violence. Join today.
Harnessing the Power of Community

Domestic abuse is preventable. Join the Toolbox Talks team for our Harnessing the Power of the Community session to learn more about the different forms of abuse, how to see the signs that someone you know might be using violence or experiencing violence and what you can do to be their pathway to support. Our sessions also explore the ways in which we can challenge gender stereotypes and inequality to prevent violence in the future.

About Us

We exist because all children and families should have a safe home, strong connections and opportunities to thrive in life.
Family Caseworker Program

Family Workers provide assistance to families who, for a variety of reasons, would benefit from additional support.
How to Refer

Help is easy to access. You can be referred by a health professional or another agency, or self-refer. Just call us on (02) 9528 2933 and tell us what you need help with.
Term 3 (2021) Group Programs & Activities

The Family Co's Term 3 program is now confirmed, and we're excited to add some new programs to our existing suite of support and therapeutic groups and parenting education programs.
Support for Parents & Families

We offer services that support and strengthen the capacity of families, build parenting skills, and promote safety for all family members.
Youth and Family Worker

The Youth & Family Worker provides a range of support, information and referrals which assist young people aged 12-18 years, their families and carers, in and environment that is non-judgemental, safe and friendly.
Southern Sydney Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service

The Southern Sydney Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (SSWDVCAS) provides information, advocacy and referrals for women and families attending Sutherland and Kogarah Local Courts for Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders.
Circle of Security

Circle of Security is a relationship program designed to strengthen the parent/ caregiver relationship through enhancing attachment security. It is an evidence based program that helps parents/ caregivers recognise new ways to understand their child’s needs and behaviours, and learn effective ways to connect with their child.
Volunteer

Volunteering is a great way to help us! We're a lean and specialised team, and while we don't allow volunteers in client facing capacities, we are very grateful to have volunteers who can assist with admin, marketing and events. If you're interested, we'd love to hear from you!
The Family Co. partners with Volvo Group Australia to tackle domestic violence

Volvo Group Australia (VGA) and The Family Co., have announced a partnership that will see over 3,000 transport industry workers across Australia educated on domestic & family violence over the next 12 months through their Toolbox Talks Workplace Training Initiative.