Child, Youth & Family Support Services Banner

Our family support services are diverse and include support groups, Family Connect and Support, playgroups, youth services, casework support and much more.

We provide home and centre based support for children, young people, individuals and families across the Lower North Shore, Northern Beaches, Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai areas.

We will listen to the challenges you are facing, do an assessment of your needs and if we can support your family, our experienced Case Workers can assist with a range of challenges such as child development or behaviour issues, family breakdown, social isolation, mental illness, substance abuse, domestic violence, gambling, housing issues, childcare or other support issues.

We recognise that all families have strengths but some need help in difficult times.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are family support services?

Parenting can be a tough gig, and we all need a little support from time to time.

We will listen to the challenges you are facing, do an assessment of your needs and if we can support your family, our experienced Case Workers can assist with a range of challenges such as child development or behaviour issues, family breakdown, social isolation, mental illness, substance abuse, domestic violence, gambling, housing issues, childcare or other support issues.

Do you support non-English speaking families?

Yes, we can organise for you to connect with us via a translation service. Let us know if you need this.

Do you support families experiencing food insecurity?

Life is expensive. We do offer some limited emergency relief food support. Call us on 1800 324 924 to see if you are eligible. We cover the Central Coast, Northern Beaches, Upper North Shore, Lower North Shore and out to West Ryde. Unfortunately we cannot provide services outside of these geographic areas due to funding limitations.

I am not Catholic, can I still access your service?

Yes, our service provides support to all families across the Lower North Shore, Northern Beaches, Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai LGA’s.

latest news

World Gratitude Day – why saying thanks isn’t just polite, it’s essential

With World Gratitude Day coming up on 21st September, it’s a good moment to think about the little acts of kindness we give and receive every day. Often, it’s those small moments - the quick thank you, the nod of appreciation - that leave the biggest mark. 

Read More

Dementia Awareness Month – your brain matters

For most of us, these are harmless lapses. But for nearly 500,000 Australians living with dementia, memory loss is much more than a moment - it’s a daily challenge that changes lives. 

Read More

Foster Care Week – a call to open hearts & homes

Foster Care Week is a time to celebrate the unwavering commitment of foster carers - individuals and families who provide safety, stability, and compassion to children in crisis.

Read More

Boonah’s first Father’s Day stall – art that makes a difference

This Father’s Day, give a gift with meaning by supporting Boonah Creative Arts Centre’s inaugural Father’s Day stall. From Thursday...

Read More