Children & Families
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Relationships Australia – Family Dispute Resolution
Family Dispute Resolution, also known as family mediation, helps separated or divorced couples to reach agreements around their children, money or property. Mediation is an alternative to going to court. Reaching an agreement without going to court can save parents or couples a lot of money, time and stress.
Parenting
Family Dispute Resolution is available for parents, carers and other family members. It’s a chance to talk about the children and discuss future parenting arrangements. We help people to talk with respect and focus on what the children need. We can also offer a Child Consultation to assist parents with their decision making.
Property
We can also help separated couples discuss their money, debts and property. You do not need to have children to get help with property issues.
Specialist Elder Abuse Service
Specialist Elder Abuse Service can help older people and their families to:
• Feel respected and safe,
• Resolve or prevent family conflict in ways that aim to improve relationships,
• Have ‘difficult conversations’ and improve communication skills,
• Reduce the risk of abuse, exploitation, or neglectRead more
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Relationships Australia – Group Courses
We offer a range of information and therapeutic courses in small groups for individuals, couples and children. Learn about a variety of topics in a group environment including personal development, parenting, relationships, communication skills.
Our experienced facilitators create a safe space where they share knowledge and strategies. Courses are interactive, so you’ll have the opportunity to hear from others and ask your own questions.
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Roper Gulf Regional Council – Community Services
The Community Services & Engagement department is responsible for the delivery of a range of agency contracts, funded programs, and municipal services across the region. These services are critical to the life cycle and function of community.
These services range from upkeep and maintenance of public spaces, the delivery of antisocial diversion activities, and individual care services to improve quality of life for community residents.
Community Services
- Aged and Disability Care
- Alcohol and Other Drugs Program (AoD)
- Animal Management and Control
- Childcare
- Libraries
- Municipal Services
- Night Patrol
- Remote Indigenous Broadcasting Service (RIBS)
- School Nutrition Program (SNP)
- Sport and Recreation
- Youth Reconnect
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Save the Children – Baby Play2Learn
Play2Learn, giving children the chance to learn, grow and develop through safe and supported play based education.Safe and supported playWe know from extensive research that providing very young children with opportunities to learn, grow and develop through safe and supported play is crucial in shaping a child’s cognitive, social and emotional health, and consequently their behaviour in adult life. But supported playgroups don’t only benefit children. They can also provide parents who may be struggling with access to support in a friendly, non-judgemental environment.ÂOur Play2Learn program is the largest of our Early Childhood Care and Development programs in Australia and has been running for more than 30 years. We currently run more than 200 Play2Learn groups for children and parents living in remote and disadvantaged communities across Australia.ÂRead more
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Save the Children – Centre Based Play2Learn
Play2Learn, giving children the chance to learn, grow and develop through safe and supported play based education.Safe and supported playWe know from extensive research that providing very young children with opportunities to learn, grow and develop through safe and supported play is crucial in shaping a child’s cognitive, social and emotional health, and consequently their behaviour in adult life. But supported playgroups don’t only benefit children. They can also provide parents who may be struggling with access to support in a friendly, non-judgemental environment.ÂOur Play2Learn program is the largest of our Early Childhood Care and Development programs in Australia and has been running for more than 30 years. We currently run more than 200 Play2Learn groups for children and parents living in remote and disadvantaged communities across Australia.ÂRead more
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Save the Children – Community Support Play2Learn
Play2Learn, giving children the chance to learn, grow and develop through safe and supported play based education.Safe and supported playWe know from extensive research that providing very young children with opportunities to learn, grow and develop through safe and supported play is crucial in shaping a child’s cognitive, social and emotional health, and consequently their behaviour in adult life. But supported playgroups don’t only benefit children. They can also provide parents who may be struggling with access to support in a friendly, non-judgemental environment.ÂOur Play2Learn program is the largest of our Early Childhood Care and Development programs in Australia and has been running for more than 30 years. We currently run more than 200 Play2Learn groups for children and parents living in remote and disadvantaged communities across Australia.ÂRead more
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Save the Children – Individual Family Support
Protecting children from abuse and neglect whilst keeping children in their families, community and culture.
Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families Since the Federal Government’s controversial intervention in the Northern Territory in 2007, reports of child abuse among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the state has doubled. Protecting children from abuse and neglect is a crucial part of Save the Children’s work, both in Australia and overseas. But we know in order to conquer this issue, we must address the root causes and develop culturally appropriate solutions that meet the needs of the whole family. That’s why we run an Intensive Family Support Service to help parents with complex problems meet the emotional, developmental and physical needs of their children.Why providing family support is important In 2017, the Royal Commission into the Protection and Detention of Children in the Northern Territory found that about 50% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the Northern Territory now come to the attention of the child protection system by the age of 10. Many of these families experience complex issues that contribute to violence and neglect towards their children, such as intergenerational trauma, domestic and family violence, mental health problems, family homelessness and precarious housing, and parental drug and alcohol problems. By addressing these issues and helping parents and guardians to develop healthier coping strategies for their children, we can help ensure children aren’t exposed to abuse or neglect, and families can work towards becoming healthy, happy, safe and strong. Save the Children’s Intensive Family Support Services program We aim to help families keep children in their homes, communities and culture, and out of the child protection system. We work with families who are at risk of recurring child neglect. Support is available to Indigenous and non-Indigenous families with children aged up to 12 years old. Support Workers help families to develop and enhance their parenting skills in areas of care that are most likely to reduce neglect. They often visit families two to three times a week to make sure children are adequately supervised and have their physical, health, emotional, developmental and educational needs met. They offer practical support within a home, and help families reach out and attend services available to them, such as support for drug and alcohol addiction. Our approach is culturally sensitive, intensive and tailored to the individual needs of a family. Support can be provided for up to 12 months – although extended when needed – so families have the time to make long-term positive change.Read more
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Save the Children – Mobile Play2Learn
Play2Learn, giving children the chance to learn, grow and develop through safe and supported play based education.Safe and supported playWe know from extensive research that providing very young children with opportunities to learn, grow and develop through safe and supported play is crucial in shaping a child’s cognitive, social and emotional health, and consequently their behaviour in adult life. But supported playgroups don’t only benefit children. They can also provide parents who may be struggling with access to support in a friendly, non-judgemental environment.ÂOur Play2Learn program is the largest of our Early Childhood Care and Development programs in Australia and has been running for more than 30 years. We currently run more than 200 Play2Learn groups for children and parents living in remote and disadvantaged communities across Australia.ÂRead more
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Smile-A-Mile Fun Bus & Toy Library Inc
Welcome to Smile-A-Mile Toy Library, based in Bees Creek Northern Territory. We have an extensive range of toys and play equipment for borrowing.
The Toy Library is re-open with NO BOOKINGS NEEDED. Returning and borrowing toys will be available to do during our normal toy library hours. Our SATURDAY monthly opening will remain only via booking an appointment.
New Toy Library members are welcome – please call us on 8983 2009 and we will make an appointment for you to come in, join up and start borrowing toys and play equipment.
The Fun Bus will be back running in MARCH 2021.
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