Parents
Welcome to the Australian Family Matters Community Services Directory section. You will find helpful information on community organisations that may be beneficial to you. If you know of additional links that you believe would be useful to list on this page then please contact us or phone Anni 0408 654510 or Fiona 0409 662525
Orange NSW Australia
Orange City Council, NSW
Orange City web site has plenty of information about Orange and surrounding areas. For an overall view of what Orange has to offer I would recommend a visit to the site. www.orange.nsw.gov.au/
Greater Western Area Health Service-Orange Base Hospital
Thinking of moving to Country New South Wales? Orange has outstanding health service facilities and great job opportunities available. Visit their website to find out more.
Orange Aboriginal Medical Service
14 Palmer Street, Orange Ph (02) 6363 1343
Provides the following free services to families- Antenatal Care, Postnatal Care, Child and Family Health and Immunisation.
Department of Education
The NSW Department of Education and Training provides public education and training services to close to over 1.2 million students through an extensive network of government schools, TAFE NSW Institutes, Adult and Community Education (ACE) colleges, the National Art School (NAS) and the Adult Migrant English Service (AMES). The NSW Department of Education and Training provides:
- Preschool education
- Primary school education
- Secondary school education
- Vocational education and training (VET) programs and services
- TAFE NSW industry-recognised VET qualifications
- Apprenticeships and traineeships
- Adult and community education courses
- Adult migrant English programs
- Tertiary courses in Fine Art
- Further information can be found at the Department's website:www.det.nsw.edu.au/index.htm
Centrelink
Centrelink is an Australian Government Statutory Agency, assisting people to become self-sufficient and supporting those in need. Visit their site http://www.centrelink.gov.au/
Families NSW
There are several programs outlined below that have been set up in Orange in conjunction with Families First NSW. All these services are available to the public please find contact names and numbers below for further details.
To learn more about Families First visit their website which is set up for NSW but you can locate information for your area by searching the sitewww.families.nsw.gov.au
OCRO- Older Parent Carer Program
OCRO's Older parent carer program provides case management services, inclusive of future planning for parents 65 and over caring for their own disabled son/daughter or 45 years and over if indigenious. Grandparents and Kinship carers will be considered if they are the legal guardian. The program is funded by DADHC and is based within OCRO in Orange but covers from Lithgow to Lake Cargelligo. For further information contact Nicole Vanderhel on Ph 6391 2425
Home Library Service-Orange
The Home Library Service is available to Orange residents who are unable to visit the Library due to infirmity, physical or sensory impairment or extended illness. This service provides a continuing library service for clients confined to home.
People applying to join the Home Library Service must provide a doctors certificate, or letter from a health care worker, stating that they are unable to personally visit the Orange City Library.
Volunteer couriers will be allocated to the clients who have no family member able to collect materials on their behalf. Staff will select material according to the client profile, however this may be altered as the client requests.
This allows clients continuing library service, access to all library materials and the companionship of books.
This library service is tailored to your needs and books are delivered to your door every 4 weeks. Please phone 6393 8132 for further information
Library Bus Service
The library bus service provides transport and assistance for library clients who are unable to use regular transport systems to access the library. Restrictions apply- please talk to the staff. A regular bus service will collect you from your door and deliver you to the library and home again.
This service provides transport to and from the library, a social outing, independence, access to all the library’s resources and personal selection of library materials. Come to the library in comfort and safety. Friendly, courteous staff will assist you to enjoy the library’s resources. Please phone 6393 8132 for further information.
Migrant Support Worker
If you are new to town from another country and need some help finding your way around and services that you may need contact Anni Gallagher Migrant Support Worker with Orange City Council. Located at 79-81 Kite street or ph (02) 63938625
Parenting Programs
Centracare
Cnr Keppel and George Streets, Bathurst (Covers Central West including Orange)
Ph (02) 6331 8944
A non-government, non-profit organisation with professionally trained staff offering education and development programs especially for women, children and men. Regular courses include; 123 Magic, Parenting Journey (birth-2yrs), Surviving Adolescence and Anger Management.
Autism and Asperger's Support Group Central West
Orange Community Information and Services Centre, rear of Kite Street, Orange
Ph 8977 8377
Support for carers and their families, when they need to discuss an issue, look to advise or suggest an alternative way to approach various situations.
Orange Family Support
211 March Street, Orange Ph (02) 6361 4883
At Orange Family Support families can: get information, have discussions with a family worker about how to make changes in their situation, meet other families and learn about child development.
Home-Start
Buena Vist, Nile Street, Orange Ph (02) 6369 1455
A free program for any family with young children under 5 years who may be experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including mothers who are exhausted or feeling isolated, single parents and families with new babies.
Keeping Children Safe
Orange Family Support, 211 March Street, Orange Ph (02) 6361 1004
Keeping Children Safe discusses child protection in the context of the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998 and guides parents in the best ways to ensure their children remain safe.
Capable Kids
322 Anson Street, Orange Ph 6361 1370
Primarily targeted towards the treatment of children and adolescents. However the service is not age restrictive and referrals are taken for any age group requiring assistance. Our practitioners all have experience working with children and adults.
Fusion
Fusion is located at 217 Anson Street Orange
The service includes Youth and community activities, including festivals, parenting courses, day trips, community lunch, advocacy & support; school seminars, peer support program, brekky club at Orange High School, etc! Fusion is interdenominational.
Contact person Bev Rankin Ph (02) 5310 2474 http://www.fusion.org.au/
Welfare Document
The Smith Family
The Smith Family is a national, independent, social enterprise helping disadvantaged Australian children realise there potential through education.
To find out more about how Learning for Life programs support children in Orange call Sarah Ph 6360 4795 or visit http://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/
Orange Lending Library
Founded in 1990, the Christian Lending Library is a not-denominational, non profit, charitable organisation with the goal of strengthening and supporting families and individuals and positive values within the community. They provide a huge range of videos, DVDs, CDs, audio tape sets and books free of charge for information and public education on issues of family well being.
Even though this is a Christian based service, they carry many items that are not "religious" but encouraging and educational as well as family friendly entertainment. There is a Storytime and Craft at 11am every Thursday during school terms. A Counselling service and Justice of Peace are also available.
Something good for all ages and everyone in this region is very welcome. Definitely worth a visit!
Located at 560 Cecil Road Orange Ph (02) 6362 9792 Contact person Carol Haines Open Tuesday 3pm to 8pm, Thursday and Friday 9.30am to 2.30pm
General Information
Lone Parent Family Support Service
Lone Parent Family Support SErvice's basic concern is for the welfare of the children. Lone Parent Family Support Service recognised the stress and vulnerablitiy of single parents who have the day to day responsibility of their children
www.loneparentfamilysupport.com.au
Parenting ideas
Parentingideas provides strategies and solutions for parents and organisations who support parents. Our resources and seminars are designed to be practical, up-to-date and fun. Parentingideas can support you with information, advice and coaching through every one of the four parenting stages. Parentingideas - your partner in parenting.
The Australian Breastfeeding Association
The Australian Breastfeeding Association(ABA) is a large community-based self-help group, recognised as a leading authority on breastfeeding management. The Association provides innovative counselling and support services to the community and health sector throughout Australia.
You will find a wealth of information for both breastfeeding women and for health professionals and others who are involved in supporting and promoting breastfeeding on their web site.
Little Bundle
Comfort and inpiration for new parents. At little bundle they will help you manage the emotions and issues that face you as a new parent. They will help you care for yourself rather than tell you how to care for your baby. This site is all about reassuring you. www.littlebundle.com.au
Parents Online
Parents Online is an Australian online parenting resource and guide. Sally-Anne McCormack (psychologist) offers parents the opportunity to share information, read hints and offer support and advice to others. Visit the website at www.parentsonline.com.au
NSW Family Services
The aim of NSW Family Services is the promotion of quality support services provided by non-government organisations in NSW and ACT to families experiencing stress.
Family Services are local community organisations that are trained, caring staff to strengthen families and their links with the community. www.nswfamilyservices.asn.au
Aussie Helpers
Extreme isolation and six years of drought have taken its toll on drought affected families in Australia with loss of breeding stock, high incidents of depression, tragedy of suicides, families finacially crippled and family break-ups. To learn more about how Brians story helped the nation to open their hearts visit their site www.aussiehelpers.org.au/
Raising Children Network
The Australian parenting web-site: comprehensive, practical, expert child health and parenting information and activities covering children from 0-8 years. Visit http://raisingchildren.net.au/
Department of Community Services (DoCS)
The NSW Department of Community Services promotes the safety and well being of children and young people and works to build stronger families and communities. Visit the Department of Community Services web-site.
Rural Women's Network
Rural women have identified a range of priority issues which include isolation, health, education, lack of services, family and broader community issues. The RWN works with other agencies and groups to stimulate action to address these issues. RWN also works with rural women themselves - enhancing their skills, knowledge and confidence and their access to information and support, so they too can stimulate action and address these issues. The the Rural Women's Network site and get involved.
Busy Mothers
BUSY MOTHERS is a parenting website deigned to make your life easier.
We have lots of information for busy parents, including book reviews, articles and our very popular forums. BUSY MOTHERS is also the home of The Busy Mothers Companion - the resource for all busy households. It is full of practical resources and a wealth of tips and ideas that you can use to help you manage your family life.
Family Planning NSW
Family Planning NSW has been providing reproductive and sexual health services in NSW for 80 years. They are an independent and not-for-profit organisation responsible for a voluntary Board of Directors. They provide information such as services, education, resources and research. Visit their site to learn more http://www.fpahealth.org.au/
NSW Department of Housing
Helping build a stronger community by providing housing solutions to people in need. Visit their site to learn more www.housing.nsw.gov.au
NAPCAN
NAPCAN seeks to resource and network child welfare professionals and practitioners working to prevent child abuse and neglect from happening before it starts, through the provision of parenting brochures, training, support networks and information.
Led by the passion and commitment of its founders - Rosemary Sinclair AO and Christine Stewart - NAPCAN was founded in 1987 to establish lines of communication between government departments and agencies, professionals and community groups working in child protection.
This national community network was used as a channel to share educational material and to filter key issues onto a national agenda: to promote a national focus on the prevention of abuse and neglect of children; and to establish community advocacy for the prevention of child abuse and neglect, and to provide information about nurturing and protective parenting. Visit NAPCAN
Child Friendly Australia
Child Friendly Australia is the exciting new social change initiative of the National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN).
Through Child Friendly Australia NAPCAN works to inspire every Australian to make a positive difference to children's lives, and help build an Australia where every community that involves children in any way is child friendly. NAPCAN believes that by inspiring every Australian to take responsibility for children's wellbeing, then child abuse and neglect in this country will be prevented before it starts.
Through Child Friendly Australia NAPCAN works to inspire every Australian to make a positive difference to children's lives, and help build an Australia where every community that involves children in any way is child friendly. NAPCAN believes that by inspiring every Australian to take responsibility for children's wellbeing, then child abuse and neglect in this country will be prevented before it starts.
This includes programs and tools to assist with the formation, development and sustenance of Child Friendly Community Action Networks, to support parents themselves, and to encourage the general public to 'take the child friendly challenge' and make a positive dfference to children's and young people's lives.
Children See, Children Do is NAPCAN's first campaign promoted through Child Friendly Australia. Launched during National Child Protection Week '06, this challenging and inspirational television commercial raises adults' awareness as to how impressionable children and young people really are, and challenges them to role model only positive behaviour.
Children See, Children Do is NAPCAN's first campaign promoted through Child Friendly Australia. Launched during National Child Protection Week '06, this challenging and inspirational television commercial raises adults' awareness as to how impressionable children and young people really are, and challenges them to role model only positive behaviour.