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Supporting Future Generations

National Child Protection Week, organised by NAPCAN (National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect), is a chance for all of us to come together and raise awareness about the importance of keeping our kids safe. This year, the focus is on how powerful conversations can be in protecting children and young people. Whether it’s a chat at home, at school, at work, or within the community, every conversation can make a difference in a child’s life.
Navigating the Complexities of Father's Day

Father’s Day is a complex and often emotional time. Whether it’s a day of joy, reflection, or pain, it’s important to honour your feelings and do what’s best for your well-being. At The Family Co., we understand the range of emotions that this day can bring up. Read on for more tips and strategies to help navigate the complexities of this day.
In Light of Recent Events

In response to the recent domestic violence incident in Engadine, The Family Co. expresses deep concern and solidarity with the victim and their family. Read our statement of advocacy here.
Media Kit

Legal Support

The Family Co. is pleased to partner with a number of legal practices supporting women experiencing domestic or family violence. Legal services will provide a free initial consultation to referred clients, offering legal advice and assessing the potential legal options available to them.
Pathway of Change: Domestic Violence Support Group (Term 4, 2024) *Open to Sutherland Shire Residents Only

This free, 5 week education and support group is designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for women to understand the complexity of Domestic Violence and reduce the social isolation of their experience. Through the lived and shared experiences of women and their children, the group allows women to build on their strengths to keep themselves and their children safe.
Art Therapy for Women impacted by domestic violence

The Family Co. have a qualified Art Therapist on staff, who works with women impacted by domestic violence in regular sessions.
Staying Home Leaving Violence

Staying Home Leaving Violence is a specialised domestic and family violence program covering the Sutherland Shire to assist women and their children who have separated from a violence partners or family member. The program aims to improve outcomes for women and children by supporting them stay in their own home safely where possible, or relocate to safe accommodation and live free from violence.
Love Bites

Love Bites is a school based domestic and family violence, sexual assault and consent awareness education program, targeted at Year 10 students This program is run in local high schools by trained facilitators.
The resilience of our BRIC team on display with online transition

What a week it's been! Today our "Building Resilience in Children" (BRIC) Team have been "practicing what they preach", showing incredible resilience themselves in quickly adapting their programs to online formats,. Today, they delivered their Healing Connections program via video conference, showing families that even when times are "extra" tough, support is still available.
Domestic violence groups
Domestic violence advocacy
Building Resilience in Children (BRIC)

Building Resilience in Children (BRIC) is a highly effective, trauma-informed, attachment parenting service designed to rebuild the relationship of the parent and child following domestic violence and trauma.
Pathway of Change - Domestic Violence Support Group

Pathway of Change DV Support Group is a free, 5 week education and support group designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for women who reside in the Sutherland Shire, to understand the complexity of Domestic and Family Violence and reduce the social isolation of their experience.

Group Programs Schedule

Each term, we publish a calendar of events for programs we offer. This includes our Parenting Support Programs, Early Childhood and Educational Support Programs and Domestic Violence Support Programs.
About Us

We exist because all children and families should have a safe home, strong connections and opportunities to thrive in life.
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.
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!
About Toolbox Talks

Find out more about the Toolbox Talks Project - How it started, our goals, and what we've already achieved.
Family Caseworker Program

Family Workers provide assistance to families who, for a variety of reasons, would benefit from additional support.
Youth Programs & Services

The Family Co. Youth Services offer information, support and programs for young people, schools and families. Our experienced staff aim to support young people to strengthen and foster relationships and develop resilience and life skills. We offer a range of programs and services that help young people become self-aware, understand and explore their potential, and be present and connected in their community.
Kid's Helpline

Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free, private and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. The service can be accessed by calling 1800 55 1800 or their website https://kidshelpline.com.au
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.
Play and Connect

Play and Connect is a free playgroup for families with children aged 0-5, and operates every Thursday morning during school terms at The Family Co centre in Jannali. This supportive group provides opportunity for families to connect with their child through fun, interactive activities, sensory play and art.