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  1. What We Do
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Group Programs

The Family Co. offer a range of group based therapeutic programs for children, women and parents. Programs are on offer to Sutherland Shire families only unless otherwise specified.

Social Space

Social Space

Social space is a safe space that young people can go to make community connections, re-charge, meet with their friends and receive support from our youth workers. Read more

Published: 3rd April, 2019

Updated: 23rd June, 2023

Author: Nicki Mead

Pathway of Change - Domestic Violence Support Group

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 to understand the complexity of Domestic and Family Violence and reduce the social isolation of their experience. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2019

Updated: 18th August, 2023

Author: Nicki Mead

Building Resilience in Children (BRIC)

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. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2019

Updated: 29th March, 2023

Author: Nicki Mead

Koori Kids Supported Playgroup

Koori Kids Supported Playgroup

Koori Kids Playgroup is held on Wednesdays during school terms at Jannali, and is a culturally sensitive playgroup run by Aboriginal Staff. Read more

Published: 20th August, 2019

Updated: 22nd June, 2023

Author:

Little Koori Thinkers Homework Group

Little Koori Thinkers Homework Group

Little Koori Thinkers is an Indigenous Homework Group which runs Wednesday afternoons during school terms, established to provide educational support to Aboriginal Children in Years K-2. Read more

Published: 20th August, 2019

Updated: 22nd June, 2023

Author:

Baby & Me:  Young Parents Support Group

Baby & Me: Young Parents Support Group

Our FREE, 4 week "Baby & Me" Parenting Group for Young Parents is for pregnant or new parents with babies under 6 months to learn parenting skills and "parenting secrets" to help foster connection. Read more

Published: 17th April, 2020

Updated: 27th September, 2022

Author: Nicki Mead

Warrior Women

Warrior Women

Warrior Women is an empowering self-discovery program for teenage girls. This six-week program is designed to increase knowledge and give tools and strategies for young women to develop resilience, find their essence, build identity and self-esteem and create a supportive community of caring and connected young women. Read more

Published: 30th March, 2021

Updated: 30th December, 2022

Author: Nicki Mead

Location: 16-20 Station Street, Engadine, 2233

Tuning in to Teens

Tuning in to Teens

Tuning Into Teens Parent Education Program is a FREE, 6 week workshop series to help parents learn important skills that will improve their communication and relationships with their teens and reduce conflict in their homes. This program is run periodically throughout the year and is available for Sutherland Shire residents. Call us to see when the next intake is. Read more

Published: 9th June, 2021

Updated: 14th December, 2022

Author: Nicki Mead

Location: 16-20 Station Street, Engadine NSW, 2233

Love Bites

Love Bites

Love Bites is an extremely successful school based domestic and family violence, sexual assault and consent awareness education program, targeted at Year 10 students, which is run in local high schools by trained facilitators. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Updated: 30th December, 2022

Author:

Managing Big Feelings in Little People

Managing Big Feelings in Little People

Big Feelings in Little People is an Emotion Coaching Program developed by The Family Co. which aims to help parents understand their child's cognitive and emotional development, and give them practical tools to help their children learn how to express their feelings and regulate strong emotions. Read more

Published: 7th October, 2021

Updated: 27th September, 2022

Author: Nicki Mead

Consent Conversations Parenting Workshop

Consent Conversations Parenting Workshop

Consent Conversations is a Parent Education Workshop to help parents have open and honest conversations with their teenager about respect and consent in their relationships. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2022

Updated: 30th December, 2022

Author: Nicki Mead

Art Classes for kids

Art Classes for kids

Creative Hearts and Minds Art Classes for Kids are a great way for kids aged 6-12 years to express themselves while trying lots of different art making practices. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2022

Updated: 27th September, 2022

Author: Nicki Mead

Location: 90 Soldiers Road, Jannali, 2226

Drum Beat Program

Drum Beat Program

Drum Beat Program focusing on exploring healthy, supportive relationships with an emphasis on team work and co-operation. Themes such as self-responsibility, values, emotional expression, identity and peer pressure are all addressed in this program that aims to engage, connect, entertain and encourage participants allowing the expression of creativity and reducing anxiety and stress. Read more

Published: 4th July, 2022

Updated: 30th December, 2022

Author: Nicki Mead

Respect is Key

Respect is Key

Respect is Key is a school based respectful relationships program for primary school students which builds their knowledge and understanding around key concepts of respect, consent and healthy relationships. Read more

Published: 27th July, 2022

Updated: 30th December, 2022

Author: Nicki Mead

Meet Anxiety

Meet Anxiety

Meet Anxiety is a parenting group for parents of children of any age who suffer from anxiety to help them parent in a way that supports their child's mental and emotional health and builds the child's long term resilience. Read more

Published: 27th July, 2022

Updated: 23rd August, 2023

Author: Nicki Mead

Conversation is Key

Conversation is Key

Conversation is Key is a free parent education workshop of parents of children in Year 5 or 6 about navigating talks with your child about healthy relationships and consent. Read more

Published: 27th July, 2022

Updated: 27th September, 2022

Author: Nicki Mead

Mums & Bubs Yoga

Mums & Bubs Yoga

Mums & Bubs Yoga is a yoga program for mums and their babies (under 6 months old) to build strength, reduce stress and increase connection. Available for Sutherland Shire residents. Read more

Published: 27th September, 2022

Updated: 23rd June, 2023

Author: Amber Schacht

Consent Conversations Youth

Consent Conversations Youth

A Respectful Relationship Education workshop for young people in year 10. Engaging young people in relevant, real-world content that matters to them including respect, consent and healthy relationships. Read more

Published: 14th December, 2022

Updated: 30th December, 2022

Author: Amber Schacht

Giggle and Grow

Giggle and Grow

The free Giggle and Grow playgroup provides relaxed and fun organised playdates for parents and their babies aged 0-18 months. Held weekly at Yarrawarrah Community Hall, the sessions allow parents to connect, build their support network, and learn more about their babies. Facilitated by professional staff, the group helps build confidence in parenting skills. Read more

Published: 25th March, 2023

Updated: 31st August, 2023

Author: Nicki Mead

Play and Connect

Play and Connect

Play and Connect is a free playgroup for families, 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. Read more

Published: 25th March, 2023

Updated: 31st August, 2023

Author:

Group Programs Schedule

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. Read more

Published: 31st August, 2023

Updated: 19th September, 2023

Author: Nicki Mead

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  • Consent Conversations: Parenting Seminar (18 October 2023) *Open to Sutherland Shire Residents Only

    Consent Conversations: Parenting Seminar (18 October 2023) *Open to Sutherland Shire Residents Only

    Join us on Wednesday 18th October 2023 from 7pm-8:30pm for a parenting workshop on the topic of "Consent Conversations" for parents wanting to learn how to talk to their kids about consent, and navigating their rights and responsibilities in relationships.

  • October School Holiday Art Class for Kids (Aged 7-12) - Clay & Painting

    October School Holiday Art Class for Kids (Aged 7-12) - Clay & Painting

    On 5th October, we're offering a School Holidays art class for kids! Using clay and painting methods, facilitated by a qualified art therapist, our child will have the opportunity to express themselves artistically while trying out new materials and art making techniques. Class is $40 for 1.5 hours and includes all materials. For children aged 7-12 only. Book now as limit of 12 children applies. Creative Kids Vouchers Accepted.

  • Pathway of Change: Domestic Violence Support Group (Term 4, 2023) *Open to Sutherland Shire Residents Only

    Pathway of Change: Domestic Violence Support Group (Term 4, 2023) *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.

  • Managing Big Feelings: Emotion Coaching Workshop for Parents (Term 4, 2023) *Open to Sutherland Shire Residents Only

    Managing Big Feelings: Emotion Coaching Workshop for Parents (Term 4, 2023) *Open to Sutherland Shire Residents Only

    This FREE Parent Education/ Emotion Coaching Workshop Series will be held on Tuesdays for 3 weeks during October/November at our Jannali site. This 3 week program will help parents understand what emotion coaching is, and how they can use it to help their children understand and better manage their emotions. Limited places available.

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  • About Us

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

  • Group Programs Schedule

    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.

  • How to Refer

    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.

  • Domestic and Family Violence Caseworker

    Domestic and Family Violence Caseworker

    A vacancy exists for a Domestic and Family Violence Caseworker. This role is Full Time (37.5 hours a week) and offered on a Fixed Term contract until 30 June 2024

  • Family Caseworker Program

    Family Caseworker Program

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

  • Learning about Australian Animals sparks joy in Djanaba kids

    Learning about Australian Animals sparks joy in Djanaba kids

    Last week the Djanaba Occasional Care team integrated a learning unit on Australian Animals, with the children showing great interest in the varied activities from reading, to art, to games, that helped them learn all about koalas, kangaroos, and other native fauna.

  • Southern Sydney Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service

    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.

  • 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!

  • Support The Family Co.

    Support The Family Co.

    Help us put your donation to work where ever the need is greatest. You can give a one-off donation or make a regular gift by Direct Debit.

  • Play and Connect

    Play and Connect

    Play and Connect is a free playgroup for families, 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.

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