Who We Are About Us About Us The Family Co. believes that all children and families deserve a safe home, strong connections and opportunities to thrive. We believe in a world where people feel heard, protected and valued. Through all of life’s challenges, the good times and the hard seasons, we’re here to help create positive change. To achieve this, we provide emotional and practical support to individuals and families who work with us. We also offer education, connections, information, advocacy and referrals to other services to help people increase their knowledge and build confidence in managing challenging situations when it comes to parenting and relationships. We identify emerging issues in the community and respond with holistic wraparound services using evidence based and trauma informed programs to deliver lasting benefits and empower parents and children. Our suite of services fall under the following pillars: • Child, Youth, Family & Parenting Support • Domestic & Family Violence Support• Education & Training Our Purpose Creating safe and positive communities where women, children, youth and families can build capacity to take on life’s challenges and realise their best futures. Our Vision All women, children, youth and families are empowered to have a safe home, strong connections and opportunities to thrive. Strategic Focus Areas A centre of excellence and innovation Connected and informed communities Safe and connected women, children, youth and families Stakeholder relationships Areas of Specialisation Trauma Support Domestic Violence Support Parent-Child attachment development support Education & Training Key Enablers Financial Stability A dedicated team of experts, supported by the right culture Strong brand and reputation for being advocates for families and children Strategic stakeholders and partnerships Our Values Compassion Integrity Courage Commitment to Learning & Growth Our History Founded in 1987, and incorporated as an association in 1994, Sutherland Shire Family Services has become a leading provider of innovative and professional services for families and children living in the Sutherland Shire and St.George areas. From humble beginnings working from a small back office in Miranda, Sutherland Shire Family Services has become a key support service for domestic violence victims and their children in both areas. In 2012, SSFS extended their purpose built centre in Jannali, providing workers with much needed office space, more group work space, and counselling rooms. In 2021, SSFS changed our name to The Family Co. Read about volunteering for us