Family Inclusion Network (NSW) - Central Coast Outreach

Family Inclusion Network-NSW (FIN-NSW)

Contact

Meryanne Bonnici (Central Coast)

Telephone: 02 4342 5830

Mobile: 0402 520 330

Web: http://finwa.com.au/

Address

Family Support Group Location C/O Wesley Out-of-Home Care Central Coast 3/13 Anzac Road Tuggerah

NSW 2259

Program Description

FIN-NSW was developed to support families/parents that have children in out-of-home care (OOHC) or are at risk of losing their children through the child protection system. Parents with a mental illness make up a substantial proportion of these families. FIN-NSW provides information, support, advocacy and education to families and professionals alike. The main intake number is: 0450 521 610 (a return call can be made to low income earners to save costs). We believe that by supporting parents/families through the child protection process we are better equipping them to work in partnership with child protection workers; work towards having their children restored where possible; and to enhance their relationships with their children in OOHC.

The Central Coast Outreach Service provides a support and education group for families/parents on a monthly basis, commencing 9th February (on the second Monday of each Month) at Wesley OOHC Service; as well as Court Support, Advocacy and Peer Support. Also available are Education Sessions for community and government organisations.

Evaluation Information

Evaluation methods not yet determined.

Evidence

Evidence based on research both in Australia and overseas.

The most recent research is from the Western Australian Family Inclusion Network. (FIN-WA)


Publication:
Harries, M. (2008)The Experiences of parents and families of children and young people in care. Family Inclusion Network. Perth, W.A.

Any other information

Membership is available at minimal cost.

Content updated Apr 21, 2010

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