We work with families to provide the best support possible through their early years of parenting.
Early Childhood Wellbeing & Development
Our Early Childhood service values the importance of family & parenting.
Even with trusted networks like family or friends close by to offer help and support, parents can still feel vulnerable at times.
We understand the ups and downs of being a parent along with the issues and challenges commonly faced by families today, such as finances, health, housing and employment.
We know that families want to give their children the best start in life, and that parents often can’t do this alone.
Our aim is to assist families in the early childhood years to build on what they already know and support them in what they can do.
OUR SERVICE SUPPORTS FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN WHO ARE AGED 0-5 YEARS
First time new parents
Single parent families
Indigenous families
Parents and/or children living with a disability or special needs
Families wanting extra support to get through some difficulties
Families referred by other agencies
Families without family or friends in the local area or who they can call on for support
Families new to town
OUR FAMILY WORKERS CAN:
Provide parenting and early child development information and resources
Refer families to link them up with other support services & types of assistance. We can speak on your behalf to make this easier, if needed
Connect families with other groups, programs, activities in their local area
Help families struggling to get some available assistance
Organise group activities that are interactive and fun such as craft, music and singing, story time, as well as guest speakers on topics of interest to parents
Organise group get-togethers for mums, dads, grandparents to help with caring for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers build social connections, friendship, and peer support for each other
Work individually with families
Every Thursday morning from 10 -11.30
Painting, crafting, toys for imaginary play, with focus on indigenous culture. Fully fenced play area! Dont forget your drink bottle, hat and snacks are optional
Playgroup for Children 0-5years of age
CONTACT US TODAY
Julia Brown
Early Years Family Worker
Wednesday to Friday 9:00am to 3:00pm
earlychildhood@ncobs.org.au
Honey Cairns
Aboriginal Early Years Family Worker
Tuesday to Thursday 9.30am to 2.30pm
familysupport@ncobs.org.au