Directory of Child, Youth & Family Services for SESIAHS

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Disclaimer:

Every effort has been made by the Department of Community Child Health to ensure that the

information contained in this directory is accurate. Inclusion of services does not imply endorsement or recommendation. As the information has been supplied by organisations themselves or has been

accessed via public domain directories, the Department of Community Child Health takes no

responsibility for changes made to the original version, errors or omissions, and specifically denies any liability for any damages from the use of this information.

If you or your organisation would like to be included in subsequent versions of this Directory, or your entry needs updating, please contact:

The Department of Community Child Health, Maria Katakouzinos, or Dr Karen Zwi

Ph: (02) 9382 8189 Fax: (02) 9382 8188

E-mail: Maria.Katakouzinos@sesiahs.health.nsw.gov.au

Compiled by Catherine Carney

Aboriginal Project Officer, GESCHN Mapping Project

A Greater Eastern & Southern Child Health Network (GESCHN) project to map services for Aboriginal Children in South Eastern Sydney Illawarra Area Health Service (SESIAHS), Sydney Children’s Hospital (SCH), Randwick 2008

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How to use this directory

1. The right hand column indicates the SESIAHS Network in which the service is located i.e. Central, Northern and Southern. Some services are located on the border or just outside the area health service but have been included if services have been used extensively by Aboriginal people in SESIH.

2. Within each of the Networks, categories of services are listed in alphabetical order. For example, Accommodation, Allied Health, Disability, Early Childhood Clinics, Early Intervention, Family Support, Parenting Program and Youth Services.

3. The Aboriginal flag represents an Aboriginal service that caters specifically for members of the Aboriginal community. Those without the flag have been included as they deliver generic services that maybe useful to Aboriginal people.

4. The guide contained overleaf may be helpful to those attempting to collate services for Aboriginal people in other area health services.

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Developing a service directory… a guide to the process

Mapping services for Aboriginal children in South Eastern Sydney Illawarra Area Health Service was a Greater Eastern & Southern Child Health Network (GESCHN) project.

The process of developing the service directory involved gathering relevant data and interviews with key informants. The key stakeholders and departments/agencies contacted for information are listed below as an aid to others seeking to find this information in their own areas.

1. DATA WAS GATHERED FROM THE FOLLOWING SOURCES:

Pre-existing service directories including early childhood services, adult services, and community services. Some of the services were Aboriginal specific and non-Aboriginal services that cater to Aboriginal families. Health Promotion – directory of children’s services (0-18 years) from the Northern Network.

Brochures & pamphlets sourced from centres & services relevant to either childhood, youth or Aboriginal people. Services were visited and brochures & pamphlets of interest collected.

Internet Searches – city councils/shire council websites in local government areas were searched for

community directories; some have Aboriginal directories. Families NSW, Dept of Education & Training (DET), Dept of Aging, Disability & Home Care (DADHC), Dept of Community Services (DoCS) websites were

searched; most services display relevant information, addresses and contact numbers.

2. KEY INFORMANT INTERVIEWS WERE CONDUCTED AND INFORMATION SOUGHT FROM THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE/AGENCIES:

Networking conducted with a wide range of Aboriginal (including health workers) and non-Aboriginal people. Aboriginal Health, Area Manager – collection of directories from the Southern Network & Redfern area.

Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer, Social Work Dept, Prince of Wales Hospital.

Aboriginal Early Childhood Worker, Child & Family, Sydney Children’s Hospital (SCH). Families NSW Northern & Southern Network.

Child & Family Interagency Facilitator - Central Network. Alleena Home Care Aboriginal (DADHC).

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Dept of Aging, Disability & Home Care, Aboriginal Workers. National Disability Service (NDS).

3. DATA ENTRY

A Word document was created, electronic resources entered, then additional entries from manual directories entered. A table was created with the headings chosen that best describe services and would be meaningful and useful to clinicians working in the field. The six column headings chosen included: service, name, address, contact details, service description and network. This was an ongoing process as new services became known. The Northern Network was first compiled, then the Central Network, followed by the Southern Network. When data entry was completed, the table was sorted by network, then services and service description.

4. DATA CHECKING

Entries were checked for likely accuracy in terms of updated address, contact details, services offered and intake criteria. Wherever possible, services were contacted directly to ensure accuracy of this information.

5. CONSULTATION

Draft electronic resources were sent to various people working with Aboriginal people within the Area to check whether any key services had been overlooked. These included the Area Manager Aboriginal Health, Community paediatricians, Aboriginal health workers, Disability and Child Protection services, Social Work Departments and the SESIH Child and Adolescent Health Stream.

6. DISTRIBUTION

a) Hard copies of the service directory will be distributed to the Area Manager Aboriginal Health, Aboriginal health workers and organisations that provide services to Aboriginal children.

b) The service directory will be distributed electronically through the following channels: Aboriginal Health, Child and Adolescent Health Stream, Aboriginal Child Health Interest Group (SCH) and Social Work Departments.

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CENTRAL NETWORK

Service Name Address Contact Details Service Description Network

Accommodation Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society

Kirinari Hostel, Box Rd West, Sylvania 2224 PO Box 277, Sutherland NSW 1499 Ph: (02) 9522 6241 Fax: (02) 9522 4085 Contact: General Secretary Email: ceo@acas.org.au

Web: http://www.kirinari-acas.com.au

Provide accommodation for Aboriginal education students, aged 11-18 yrs. Residential hostel caters for 50 places. The hostel is owned and operated by Aboriginal Hostels Ltd.

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Allied Health Child & Family School Health Nursing Service

Banksia House at St George Hospital & Peakhurst

Community Health Centre

Ph: (02) 9350 2718 Services: School Health Screening Program, plus Hearing Clinic: includes assessment of vision, speech & language, growth & development, targeted hearing referrals & interviews with parent/family & educational personnel; follow up and referral on health problems identified; health promotion activities & asthma education. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: Children, families & adolescents who live or attend school in the St George Area. Referrals: are accepted from parents, teachers, counsellors, & health professionals.

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Allied Health Diabetes

Education Centre

3rdFloor, Prichard Wing, St George Hospital, Kogarah

Ph: (02) 9350 2416 Provision of education on diabetes management and support for people with diabetes and their families/ carers; children’s program including school visits; assessment and referral service provided by a multidisciplinary team consisting of diabetes educators, dietician, podiatrist, psychologist, Hours: Mon – Fri, 8 – 4.30 pm. Target group: children, adolescents and their families/ carers in the St George area with Diabetes Mellitus.

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Allied Health Paediatric Community Occupational Therapy Service Peakhurst Community Health Centre

Ph: (02) 9350 3999 Services: assessment, intervention and referral for gross motor, fine motor and orvisual perception, developmental delay, premature baby & other specific medical problems; education for teachers; reports for integration funding; advice re school

modifications. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target groups: primary school children in the St George sector. Referral: required. Children must be included on a current Medicare Card

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Allied Health Paediatric Occupational Therapy Service

Caringbah & Menai Community Health Centres

Ph: (02) 9522 1000 & (02) 9543 1111 Services: paediatric occupational therapy services; individual assessment & recommendations; therapy; home, pre-school or school based programs; consultation with schools,

parent/teacher education. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8 – 5pm. Target group: children & adolescents 0-16 years (restricted services only for older school-aged children) living or attending school in the Sutherland Shire. Referrals: are accepted from parents, teachers & health professionals.

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Allied Health Paediatric Physiotherapy Service

St. George Hospital, Kogarah

Ph: (02) 9350 2163 Services: assessment and treatment of children with musculoskeletal problems (including torticollis, talipes, Erbs palsy), respiratory conditions, mild to moderate developmental delay and sports injuries. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8 - 4.30pm. Target group: Children 0-16 years, both inpatients and outpatients. Outpatients must be a local resident of the St. George area. Referrals: by letter to the Physiotherapy Department from

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medical practitioners, physiotherapists or other health professionals.

Alternatively, the parent with the referral can contact the physiotherapy department.

Allied Health Paediatric Speech Pathology

Sylvania & Menai Community Health Centres

Ph: (02) 9522 1010 Services: speech assessment & management: individual/group therapy for language disorders, parent

education, home programs, drop-in clinics at local early childhood centres, school or preschool-based programs & teacher consultation. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: children & adolescents 0-16 years (restricted services for older school-aged children) living or attending school in the Sutherland Shire; must have an articulation, language, fluency, voice &/or oral motor concern/disorder & fall within or above the borderline-average range of cognitive abilities. Children in the IM range are seen for specific disorders. Referrals: are accepted from parents, teachers & health

professionals.

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Allied Health Paediatric Speech Pathology Service Peakhurst, Hurstville & Rockdale Community Health Centres

Ph: (02) 9350 3999 Services: may include parent training, school & or home programs. Problems treated include language, articulation, voice, fluency, oral structures and feeding difficulties. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: Children (0 to school leaving age) who reside or attend school in the St George Area. Special consideration may be given to families who work full time in the St George Area & cannot access local

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services. Referral: are accepted from parents, teachers, counsellors, & health professionals.

Allied Health Allied Health (Paediatric Service & Women’s Health Service)

Sutherland Hospital Ph: (02) 9540 8300 (Occupational Therapy, Social Work and Dietetians)

Ph: (02) 9522 1000 (Speech Pathology)

Services: any paediatric condition up to 16 years of age. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: inpatients & outpatients of the Sutherland Shire up to the age of 16. Referrals: are accepted from child health nurses, paediatricians, GPs, paediatric allied health

professionals. Central Assessment and Therapy Services for developmental concerns/ learning difficulties Learning Links (Sydney Metropolitan area) 12-14 Pindari Rd, Peakhurst NSW 2210 Ph: (02) 9534 1710 Fax: (02) 9584 2054

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, some services provided out of hours

Email: mail@learninglinks.org.au Web: www.learninglinks.org.au

Learning Links is a charity and non profit organization offering information, support and specialist services for children who have difficulty learning. Services include comprehensive assessments; early childhood intervention; an inclusive pre-school; enhanced learning classes for school age children experiencing difficulties with literacy and speech; occupational and physiotherapy; family counseling and professional

development. Services are available from six Sydney metropolitan branches in Peakhurst, Penshurst, Fairfield, Miller, Dee Why and Randwick. Programs in country & metropolitan NSW for children who have been seriously ill and as a result have missed a significant amount of school.

Central Assessment Services for developmental concerns/ learning difficulties Diagnostic and Assessment Services

Old Post Office Building, Cnr Railway

Pde & Belgrave St, Kogarah or at

Ph: (02) 9587 2444 Services: diagnosis, assessment & support services to persons suspected of or identified as having a physical or intellectual developmental disability; specialist clinics to promote

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Service Name Address Contact Details Service Description Network Special Schools (St George, Lucas Heights), preschools, Kogarah Early Childhood Clinic, Community Health Centres.

communication & integration of services (DoCS, Health & DET) for clients & families. School Medical Clinics involve input from school teams. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: children & adults, & caters for all children with disabilities, residing in the St George & Sutherland areas. Referral: parents, counsellors and health professionals Child Protection Support Services NSW Department of Community Services, St George (DoCS) Lvl 4, 12 Butler Rd, PO Box 680, Hurstville BC NSW 1481 Ph: (02) 9585 7222 Fax: (02) 9585 7333 Web: http://www.community.nsw.gov.au

DoCS help children, young people and families across a continuum of care. Our core work focuses on child protection, starting with early intervention strategies to help build stronger families and communities. We work to protect children and young people from risk of harm and to provide care for children and young people who are not able to live with their families. Hours: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, 9 - 5pm, Thurs, 12.30 - 5pm Central Child Protection Support Services NSW Department of Community Services, Sutherland, (DoCS) Level 6, Endeavour Building, 3-5 Stapleton Ave, Sutherland NSW 2232 PO Box 216, Sutherland NSW 1499

Ph: (02) 8536 1111 Helps, protects and cares for children and young people and supports their families. Provides and monitors care and support for children and young people who can’t live with their families. Provides and regulates adoption services. Helps people who were in Government Care trace their records. Funds and regulates children's services. Regulates children's

employment. Meets the basic welfare needs of people affected by natural and other disasters. Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 - 5pm, Thurs, 9 - 12:30pm

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Service Name Address Contact Details Service Description Network Children with Additional Learning Needs Sutherland Shire Learning Difficulties Support Group Inc Multi-Purpose Centre

for the Disabled, 123 Flora St, Sutherland NSW 2232 PO Box 580, Sutherland NSW 1499 Ph: (02) 9545 1505 Fax: (02) 9545 1505 Email: ssldsg@idx.com.au Web: http://www.learningdifficulties.org.au

Information, support and advocacy for families of children with learning difficulties/disabilities, attention deficit disorder and behavioural and emotional disorders as well as Autism; also to adults with ADD and literacy problems. Suggestions for assessment and remedial assistance. Extensive library includes books, video and audio tapes; publications for sale; also help line service. Quarterly speaker evenings, helpline, seminars, workshops and drama classes. Provides extensive database of local therapists and tutors. Hours: Mon – Thu, 9 - 3pm, Fri, 10 - 2pm Central Community Health Centres Community Continence Service Daily at Peakhurst Community Health Centre & one morning each alternate week at Rockdale & Hurstville Community Health Centres

Ph: (02) 9350 3999 Services: provides assessment & treatment for children with bladder or bowel problems including: bedwetting; enuresis; encopresis (soiling);

constipation & toilet training issues; health promotion activities. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: Children aged 5 & upward who live or go to school in the St George Area. Referrals: are accepted from parents, teachers, counsellors, & health professionals

Central

Counselling Service

Child, Youth & Family Counselling Service Community Health Caringbah (The Sutherland Hospital), Engadine & Menai, & outreach in other community locations.

Ph: (02) 9522 1000 Services: Psychological and

psychosocial assessment, treatment & prevention of emotional, behavioural, developmental & social problems; domestic violence counselling; consultation with other other service providers on the management of relevant clinical issues; mental health

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promotion & early intervention programs. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: Children, adolescents & their family’s living/working/studying in the Sutherland Shire. Referrals: are accepted from parents, teachers, counsellors, & health professionals. Dental Services Sutherland

Dental Clinic Sutherland Hospital, 430 The Kingsway, Caringbah NSW 2229 Locked Bag 21, Taren Point NSW 2229 Ph: 1300 134 226 Web: www.sesiahs.health.nsw.gov.au/Services/Dental _Services

There is a waiting list for this service. Eligible: children up to 18yrs.

Central Disability Carinya SSP School Coleborne Av, Mortdale NSW 2223 Ph: (02) 9580 2852 Fax: (02) 9580 7054 Email: carinya-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au Web: http://www.carinya-s.schools.nsw.edu.au/

Full educational program for children and young adults aged 8 to 18 with disabilities. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 - 2.30pm

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Disability Christian Youth Council PO Box 4114, Illawong NSW 2234 Ph: 1300 733 189 Email: camps@cycnsw.com Web: www.cycnsw.com

Provides holiday opportunities for people with mild to moderate

intellectual disabilities. Camp Jonathon is for young people aged 8-18yrs. Camp David is for adults aged 18+. Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 - 5pm

Central Disability Goldenhar Syndrome support group c/- 23 Thompson Av, Illawong NSW 2234

Ph: (02) 9541 0389 Informal contact for families who have children with Goldenhar syndrome and similar defects (Treacher Collins). Hours: Daily 6 - 9pm

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Disability Integrated Playgroup

Miranda Occasional Care Centre (next to Miranda Library), Wandella Rd, Miranda NSW 2228 2 Mikarie Place, Ph: (02) 8536 0109 Fax: (02) 9521 3610

Contact: Nicole Neale (Special Educator) Email: lfretten@sylvanvale.com.au

Integrated playgroup for preschool children with disabilities, aged 0-6 years with disabilities. A parent must also attend, & siblings are welcome. Offers a play-based program. A therapist also attends each

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Kirrawee NSW 2232 week. This service is part

of the early intervention program. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm for information. Facilities: Integrated playgroup Wed, 10 - 12pm. $20 per day or $15 per day if paid by the term. OT and speech pathologist attend by rotation. Eligibility: Up to 6 years. Male only. Disability Multi-Purpose Centre 123 Flora St, Sutherland NSW 2232 PO Box 304, Sutherland 1499

Contact: President/Booking Officer: Mr Bruce Etherden, 5/110 Auburn St, Kirrawee 2232. Ph/Fax (02) 9521 1300

Permanent users: New Era Independent Living Centre,

Ph: (02) 9542 3423, Fax (02) 9545 1585 Sutherland Shire Learning Difficulties Support Group, Ph: (02) 9545 1505, Fax: (02) 9545 1585

Noah's Ark Toy Library

Ph: (02) 9545 2214, Fax: (02) 9545 1585.

A meeting place and other facilities for many disabled groups. It has a main hall, meeting room, kitchen, wheelchair accessible toilet (24 hr 7 days a week). The Centre is managed by a committee of representatives of user groups. Available for use by the community when not in use by disabled people. Hours: Mon – Fri, 5pm.

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Disability Schools Physical Disability Therapy team

Banksia building, St George Hospital

Ph: (02) 9587 2444 Services: therapy services for school-aged children with physical disabilities in the school setting. Hours: Mon – Fri. 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: Children attending or about to attend schools in the St George & Sutherland areas that have: physical disabilities (with or without a mild intellectual disability) & physical needs that interfere with their education programs such that they require therapy at school. Students with physical disabilities & mild intellectual disability, but with complex

developmental problems & high support needs, may be more

appropriately referred to DoCS Service.

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Referral: accepted from school counsellors, teachers, health professionals or parents and are processed through Diagnostic and Assessment Service at St George Hospital.

Disability SOFT Australia c/- 198 Oak Rd, Kirrawee NSW 2232

Ph: (02) 9521 6039 Fax: (02) 9521 2221

Email: karens@optushome.com.au

Web: www.members.optushome.com.au/softaus

Parent support group for those affected by a rare Trisomy (duplication) disorder. Provides information and emotional support. Hours: 24 hours

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Disability Southern Suburbs Autism Support Group

Meetings held in The Multipurpose Centre, 123 Flora St, Sutherland NSW 2232 c/- Sutherland Shire Learning Difficulties Support Group, PO Box 580, Sutherland NSW 1499 Ph: (02) 9545 1505 Fax: (02) 9545 1505

Contact: Linda on (02) 9825 6158 or Leanne on (02) 95414519.

Email: autismgroup@optusnet.com.au

A parent support group, providing support and information for families of children with autism. The group meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm (until approx. 9pm). Eligibility: Families of children diagnosed with ASD aged 0-18 yrs.

Central Disability Sylvanvale Handicapped Children's Centre, NSW 2 Mikarie Place, Kirrawee NSW 2232 PO Box 29, Sutherland NSW 1499 Ph: (02) 9521 2966 Fax: (02) 9521 3610 Contact: General Manager, School Coordinator, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist

Email: enquiries@sylvanvale.com.au

A community based organization offering the following services for people with intellectual disabilities: Sylvanvale School and Early Learning Service (SELS), Pre-School, Autism class, Sylvanvale adult vocational and recreational programs, respite care and group houses for adults, flexible respite for children, Hydro Pool, Post School Options, and accommodation in the Blue Mountains.

Hours: Mon - Fri, 8.30 - 4.30pm

Central Disability Sylvanvale School 2 Mikarie Place, Kirrawee NSW 2232 PO Box 29, Sutherland NSW Ph: (02) 8536 0100 Fax: (02) 9521 6510

Contact: Coordinator: Leanne Fretten Email: enquiries@sylvanvale.com.au

Educational based program for children in school years K-6 who present with a wide range of special needs, and especially for children who are not able

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1499 Web: http://www.sylvanvale.com.au Fees: $32/day

to communicate using conventional methods. The service is coordinated by special educators and supported by a therapy team consisting of occupational and exercise therapist, speech

pathologist and psychologist. The program also includes hydrotherapy. Hours: 9 - 3pm.

Disability The Spastic Centre - Mobile Clinic Miranda Early Childhood Centre, Cnr Kiora Rd and Karimbla Rd, Miranda NSW 2228 PO Box 333, Ryde NSW 1680 Ph: (02) 9524 7551

Contact: Children's Services Manager - Maura Hanney.

Ph: (02) 9809 7055 to contact The Spastic Centre at Ryde.

Web: www.thespasticcentre.org.au

Mobile clinic for children with cerebral palsy or related disability and families. Staff include: a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech pathologist, early special educator, psychologist and social worker. Hours: Tue, 9 - 4pm. Eligibility: Up to 6 years. Referral: Phone Pathways on 1300 888 378

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Disability Woniora Road School 83-85 Woniora Rd, Hurstville NSW 2220 Ph: (02) 9580 6818 Fax: (02) 9580 6376 Email: woniorard-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Students of 13 to 18 years (Years 7-12) who are experiencing social,

behavioural and emotional difficulties. Students follow normal curriculum delivered by Sydney Distance

Education High School with the aim of completing the School Certificate or Higher School Certificate.

Hours: Mon – Fri, 9.15 - 3pm

Central Early Childhood Clinics Arncliffe Early Childhood Health Centre 12 Firth St, Arncliffe NSW 2205 Ph: (02) 9599 2896 Fax: (02) 9599 2832

Monitoring health and welfare of families and infants 0-5 years. Also referral to various health organisations. Hours: Mon - Thur, 9 - 12.30pm, 2 - 4.30pm Central Early Childhood Clinics Brighton Early Childhood Health Centre 15 Hercules St, Brighton Le Sands NSW 2216 Ph: (02) 9567 1240 Fax: (02) 9599 8961

To promote the health and wellbeing of infants and young children (0-5 years) and their families through education and support of parents in matters of child development, management,

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nutrition, immunisation and parent-child relationships. Hours: Mon and Thu, 9 - 4.30pm; Thur by appointment only. Early Childhood Clinics Community Health Caringbah In the grounds of Sutherland Hospital, 430 The Kingsway, Caringbah NSW Ph: (02) 9522 1000 Fax: (02) 9522 1080

A free community health facility provided by the SESIAHS for Shire residents. Qualified staff offer a wide range of services including

occupational therapy for children, child and family counseling, speech

pathology for children. Drug and alcohol counseling adolescents, advice to parents concerned about their adolescent's drug/alcohol use, training on alcohol/drug issues. All referrals are made to this service; however clients can be seen at Engadine or Menai Community Health Centres and Sutherland Hospital, Youth Services and schools. Hours: 8:30 - 5pm. Referral: call the Intake Officer.

Central Early Childhood Clinics Cronulla Child and Family Health Centre Gunnamatta Park, 3 Nicholson Pde, Cronulla NSW 2230 Ph: (02) 9523 5927 Fax: (02) 9527 7351

A Child & Family Health Nurse is available to check and advise on the growth and development of children. Antenatal care available – book through Sutherland Hospital Fathers Playgroup / Mothers Support Group. Hours: Wed - Fri, appointments available. Eligibility: Up to 5 years.

Central Early Childhood Clinics Gymea Child and Family Health Centre 39 Gymea Bay Rd, Gymea NSW 2227 Ph: (02) 9524 2838 Fax: (02) 9525 7142

A qualified nurse is available to check and advise on the growth and

development of babies, feeding, settling, sleeping. Referral to other services: Possum, Tresillian, Karitane. Parenting groups 0- 6 months. Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, 9 - 12:30pm & 2 –

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4:30pm, appointments needed. Home visiting Thurs. Early Childhood Clinics Hurstville Child and Family Health Centre MacMahon Plaza (behind the old Hurstville Fire Station), 65/ 23-27 MacMahon St, Hurstville NSW 2220 Ph: (02) 9580 2150 Fax: (02) 9580 6018

Parenting education, information and support for parents and health development screening for children (newborn to school entry age). Hours: Mon, Thu, Fri, 9 - 12.30pm & 2 - 4pm (appointments necessary). Tue drop-in visits without appointments.

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Early Childhood Clinics

Kingsgrove Child and Family Health Centre 30 Morgan St, Kingsgrove NSW 2208 Ph: (02) 9150 9444 Fax: (02) 9150 7324

Developmental screenings and checks, advice and counseling services to mothers/carers of babies and young children, referrals to other agencies, mothers and babies' groups. Hours: Tue, 9 - 12.30pm & 2 - 4pm; Thu, 9 - 12.30pm & 2 - 4pm Central Early Childhood Clinics Kogarah Early Childhood Health Centre 16-18 Gray St, Kogarah NSW 2217 Ph: (02) 9587 8060 Fax: (02) 9587 5438

Health centre for families with children 0-4 years. Staffed by registered nurses from Southern Eastern Sydney Area Health Service. Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 - 12pm; 2 - 4pm Central Early Childhood Clinics Menai Community Health Centre 32 Allison Cres, Menai NSW 2234 PO Box 295, Menai Central NSW 2234 Ph: (02) 9543 1111 Fax: (02) 9541 9001

Information and counseling for parents and children/ adolescents, early childhood services, occupational therapy, speech pathology for children, community home nursing, information and advice on child health, community development and health education. A Child & Family Health Nurse is available to check and advise on the growth and development of children 0-5yrs. Outreach antenatal clinic, alcohol and other drugs counseling, domestic violence counseling. Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 - 4:30pm. Eligibility: Residents of Menai area. Referral: Self referrals

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Service Name Address Contact Details Service Description Network accepted. Early Childhood Clinics Miranda Child and Family Health Centre 95 Karimbla Rd, Miranda NSW 2228

Ph: (02) 9524 7551 An Early Childhood nurse is available to check and advise on the growth and development of babies. Parenting Groups specific to child's age 0-12 months. Hours: Wed, Thu, Fri. Eligibility: Up to 5 years. Central Early Childhood Clinics Peakhurst Community Health Centre 64 Stanley St, Peakhurst NSW 2210 Ph: (02) 9534 2555 Fax: (02) 9533 2908

Family counseling, speech pathology, home nursing, drug and alcohol counseling, physiotherapy, podiatry, occupational therapy, child health nurses, early childhood centres, children's hearing clinic, dental unit, Carers support, Friday Frail aged group. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 - 5pm.

Central Early Childhood Clinics Ramsgate Early Childhood Health Centre 380 Rocky Point Rd, Sans Souci NSW 2219

Ph: (02) 9529 7056 Hours: Mon, 9 - 12.30pm (drop in without appointment); 2 - 4pm (appointment only); Wed, 10 - 12pm (parenting group); Thu, 9 - 12.30pm & 2 - 4pm (appointments). Central Early Childhood Clinics Rockdale Early Childhood Health Centre 27 Bryant St, Rockdale NSW 2216

Ph: (02) 9567 2368 Service aims to promote the physical, emotional and social health and development of children aged 0-5 years and their families. It provides health screening and developmental checks. Hours: Tue, 9 - 12pm & 2 - 4pm (appointments only); Wed, 9 - 12pm (0-8 wks); Thu, 9 - 12pm (drop-in and mothers' groups). Central Early Childhood Clinics South Hurstville Early Childhood Health Centre 1 Allen St, South Hurstville NSW 2221 Ph: (02) 9546 4010 Fax: (02) 9547 0971

Provides screening, counseling to parents with children aged to 5 years. Full developmental checks. New mother groups, Breast feeding support and home visits. Hours: Tue, 9 - 12pm & 2 - 4pm (appointments only); Wed 9

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- 12pm (0-8 wks); Thu 9 - 12pm (drop-in and mothers' groups). Hours: Tue 9 - 12.30pm (mother's group by

appointment) & 2 - 4pm (drop-in); Thu all day by appointment.

Early Childhood Clinics Sutherland Child and Family Health Centre 749c Princes Hwy (near railway station), Sutherland NSW 2232

Ph: (02) 9521 3818 A Nursing Sister is available to check and advise on the growth and

development of babies from 0-5yrs. Groups available for mothers of babies up to 6 months. Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 - 1pm, 2 - 5pm Central Early Childhood Clinics Sutherland Early Support Service Community Health Caringbah, The Sutherland Hospital, 430 The Kingsway, Caringbah NSW 2229 Community Health Caringbah, Sutherland Hospital, Locked Bag 21, Taren Point 2229 Ph: (02) 9525 3930 Fax: (02) 9525 3936 Email: info@sutherlandearlysupportservice.org Web: www.sutherlandearlysupportservice.org Contact: Mobile no.: 0448 695 988

Volunteering: Ph: (02) 9525 3930

An early intervention program which provides trained volunteers who are carefully selected to offer practical support to families following the birth of a child. The service recognises that parenting is difficult and parents may be feeling isolated and anxious about their new role as a parent. Families in need are matched with volunteers through the Network Coordinators. Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 - 5pm. Eligibility: Indicating lack of supports. Referral: Self or via health professional.

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Early Intervention Early Intervention Program

Loftus Public School, Tenth Avenue, Loftus NSW 2232

Ph: (02) 9521 1066 Fax: (02) 9545 3459

Contact: Sue (02) 9521 1066, for referrals contact early intervention programs coordinator on (02) 9298 6900.

Pre-school program to prepare young children with disabilities for school. Caters for children between 2 yrs 9 months and 6 yrs of age and who may have intellectual, physical, sensory and/or psychological impairment or developmental delay which affects learning. Provides consultancy resource support in community based pre-schools. Hours: 9.30 -12pm; 3 day and 2 day program. Eligibility: 3yrs 6mths - 6yrs, with developmental disabilities.

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Volunteers welcome to assist with the programs

Early Intervention Supported Playgroup

Miranda Occasional Care Centre (next to Miranda Library), Wandella Rd, Miranda NSW 2228

Ph: (02) 8536 0100 Fax: (02) 9531 3610

Contact: Debra Quirk, Special Educator Email: lfretten@sylvanvale.com.au

Integrated playgroup for preschool children with disabilities, aged 0-6 years with disabilities. A parent must also attend, and siblings are welcome. Offers a play-based program. A therapist also attends each week, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, psychologist, and speech pathologist). This service is part of the early

intervention program. Eligibility: Up to 6 years. Male Only. Hours: Playgroup Wed, 10 -12pm. Mon – Fri, 8.30 - 5pm for information.

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Family Support Menai Community Health Centre 160 Bath Rd (Cnr Clements Pde), Kirrawee NSW 2232 Ph: (02) 9545 3566 Fax: (02) 9521 2184 Email: kirrawee@interrelate.org.au Web: www.interrelate.org.au

Provides personal, family and relationship counseling, marriage and relationship education groups and personal growth courses, including groups for children who have suffered loss. Also provides professional training courses, anger management, parenting programs and a Children's Contact Service. The Children’s Contact Service is conducted on Sat and Sun with some sessions on weekdays. Hours: Office hours Mon – Fri, 9 - 5pm. Counseling hours vary with some A/H weekdays.

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Family Support Possum Cottage Sutherland Hospital Grounds, Kareena Rd, Caringbah NSW 2229 PO Box 21, Taren Point NSW 2229 Ph: (02) 9540 7321 Fax: (02) 9540 7336

Free family support for parents of 0 to 5 year olds, by appointment, including advice in relation to feeding, sleeping, behaviour and mild to moderate post-natal depression. Sleep group 6-12 months. Also group talks regarding 1-4 year olds on toddler management and

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stress management for parents. Bookings essential. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 - 5pm. Eligibility: 0-1 yr olds may be from Sutherland or St George areas; 1-5 yrs from Sutherland Shire only. Up to 5 years.

Hospital School Sutherland Hospital School Child Adolescent Unit, Level 3, Kingsway, Caringbah NSW 2229 Ph: (02) 9540 7669 Fax: (02) 9540 4816 Email: sutherhos-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au Web: www.sutherhos-s.schools.nsw.edu.au

The Sutherland Hospital School is a P-12 facility providing educational services within the Children's Ward of Sutherland Hospital for children from 3-18 years. Children attend the Hospital school on a daily basis for periods ranging from several days to several months. The school aims to provide continuity of quality education to school students who are hospitalised whilst offering support to students and families and ensuring a smooth

transition to regular schools. Eligibility: From 3-18 yrs. Central Interagency Network St George Child and Family Interagency Ph: (02) 9330 6093 Contact: Jane Hargreaves

Email: jhargreaves@hurstville.nsw.gov.au

Meeting for all agencies in the Sutherland Shire who work with children and families up to the age of 12yrs. The interagency involves the 5 human service departments: Health, Housing, Education, DoCS and DADHC in order to use a whole of government approach to addressing early intervention and prevention approaches to working with children and families. The aim is to use the Interagency as information dissemination, communication, advocacy, networking, training and professional development and planning tool for the improvement of outcomes

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for children 0-12yrs in the St George area. Interagency Network Sutherland Child and Family Interagency Ph: (02) 9522 1000

Contact: Samantha Lukey, Facilitator Email:

samantha.lukey@sesiahs.health.nsw.gov.au

Meeting for all agencies in the Sutherland Shire who work with children and families up to the age of 12yrs. The interagency involves the 5 human service departments: Health, Housing, Education, DoCS and DADHC in order to use a whole of government approach to addressing early intervention and prevention approaches to working with children and families. The aim is to use the Interagency as information dissemination, communication, advocacy, networking, training and professional development and planning tool for the improvement of outcomes for children 0-12yrs in the Sutherland area. Central Koori Interagency Network Southern Sydney Koori Interagency Kininari Aboriginal Hostel, Box Rd, Sylvania Heights.

Contact: June Riemer, Kurranulla Aboriginal Corp

Ph: (02) 9528 0287

Email: kuranula@bigpond.net.au

Meet on the 1st Tuesday of the month. Region covered, St George down to Sutherland. Hours: 9.30 – 12pm. Koori Interagency meetings have Aboriginal representatives (if possible) from various agencies/ organisations (Police, Education, Health, Workcover, DoCS, Sports clubs etc). The focus is to share what each do in the community & ideas for future programs.

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Medical Services Nurse Audiometrist Hearing Clinic Peakhurst Community Health Centre Ph: (02) 9350 3999 - Appointments Ph: (02) 9534 2555 - Cancellations

Service: Hearing assessment of children with predominantly

conductive hearing loss & middle ear problems and also to exclude sensori-neural loss. Conducted by a qualified Nurse Audiometrist. Target Group:

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Children from 3 & half years to school leaving age that reside or go to school in the St George sector. Referrals: accepted from parents, teachers, counsellors, speech pathologists, GPs and specialists. Mental Health Service Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service St George Hospital, Rockdale, Hurstville and Peakhurst Community Health Centres

Ph: (02) 9113 4444 Services: family based counselling addressing: behaviour management or difficulties; developmental issues; emotional difficulties (sadness, loss, fears/worries, trauma, anger, stress); relationships; blended/step families, cross cultural issues, family & parenting skills/issues; sexuality; adolescent issues; abuse; self-harm, suicidal behaviour etc. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: Children, young people & their families, living, working or at school in the St George Area. Referral: accepted from parents, teachers, counsellors, & health professionals. Central Mental Health Service Reconnect Mental Health Lvl 3, Kirkby Building, 33 Belmont St, Sutherland 2232 PO Box 412, Sutherland NSW 1499 Ph: (02) 9542 5699 Fax: (02) 942 5344 Email: ian.heininger@aue.salvationarmy.org robert.boardman@aue.salvationarmy.org

Reconnect is a service that is

committed to providing young people and families with the support they need to restore healthy relations within the family and the wider community. Young people aged 12-18 years old, and their families, where the young person has recently left home or is at risk of early home leaving, and where there are mental health concerns. Projects include:

Legends – the legends is a peer support group for young people 12-16 in the Shire, who live in families affected by

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mental health concerns.

Gaming club - a group for young people 14-16, who may be socially isolated and have mental health concerns within the family.

Schools Theatre Project – an interactive theatre program dealing with resilience and early help-seeking. Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 – 5pm, or by appointment

Parenting Program Preparation for Parenthood Classes Engadine Community Health Centre, 116D Caldarra Ave, Engadine NSW 2233 Ph: (02) 9520 4644 Fax: (02) 9520 8772

Classes held for Sutherland Hospital clients, at Engadine Community Health Centre and at Sutherland Hospital.

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Parenting Program South East Sydney Parenting Coordination Project

24A Ocean St, Bondi NSW 2026

Ph: (02) 9130 7336

Email: juliek@bensoc.org.au Web: www.resourcingparents.com

The Benevolent Society’s South East Sydney Parenting Coordination Project is funded by Families NSW. The aim of the project is to coordinate, promote and assist in funding parenting

programs for families with children 0-8 years across South East Sydney. The project administers to organizations interested in running parenting programs. Eligibility: Organisations must work with families who live in South East Sydney.

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Parenting Program Southern Community Welfare 4 Tea Gardens Avenue, Kirrawee NSW 2232 Ph: (02) 9545 0299 Fax: (02) 9521 6252 Email: admin@scw.org.au Web: www.scw.org.au

Counseling, support groups and community education. Depression, anxiety, relationship/ marriage, child and family, parenting, childhood abuse, grief and trauma, self esteem,

deliberate self injury, eating disorders and personality disorders. Hours: By appointment

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Parenting Program Southern Sydney Multiple Birth

PO Box 219, Sutherland NSW

Ph: (02) 9523 4347 Ph: (02) 9523 4347

Communication and sharing of information on the care and raising of

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Association 1499 Web: www.ssmba.org.au multiple children and to provide social opportunities. Available to members: electric breast pump hire, twin feeding pillow hire, library with videos and books to borrow, hospital visits. Hours: 8 - 10pm daily. Eligibility: To have had twins, triplets or any higher.

Parenting Program Whispers Cottage and Parenting Centre 2 White St, Jannali NSW 2226 PO Box 436, Jannali NSW 2226 Ph: (02) 9528 4837 Fax: (02) 9528 4837 Email: whisperscottage@msn.com

Private nursing practice run by registered nurses, midwives and child & family health nurses, caring for mothers and babies with feeding problems, sleep and settling issues, postnatal depression. Antenatal classes run in the evenings. Multiple birth antenatal class. Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 -5pm. Appointments essential. Eligibility: Up to 2 years.

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Respite Care Benevolent Society Carer Respite Centre Brighton Le Sands PO Box 576, Rockdale NSW 2216 Ph: (02) 9599 0233, Mob: 0418 691657 Fax: (02) 9599 0540

Carol Simon (Aboriginal Co-ordinator) Email: CarolS@bensoc.org.au

Provide support for Carers who are looking after an elderly relative, an invalid person or a child with special needs. Support is by taking the Carer to support groups and mediating with other family members to stay with the person to give the Carer a break. Also advocate with government

organisations on behalf of Carers. Hours: Tue – Fri, 9 – 5pm, Monday only if required or for urgent matters.

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Respite Services Southern Sydney Therapy Centre 248 The Boulevard, Miranda NSW 2228 PO Box 474, Miranda NSW 1490 Ph: (02) 9540 3011 Fax: (02) 9540 3032

Contact: Manager: Mike Kofod Email: sstc@therapycentre.com.au

Respite and recreation services for people with disability residing in St George & Sutherland areas. Outings for 5-18 year olds to clubs, basketball etc, trivia nights at Miranda Community Centre. Programs include intervention, integration, caring, Host Family Respite, for children 0-18, Out of

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School Hours Care for students 13-16, Vacation Care for disabled children 5-12 years and 5-12-18 years. Respite Options for people with high support needs. Direct Service Program respite allowances used at consumer's discretion. Recreation and Peer Support. Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 - 5pm (for information). Eligibility: person with a disability. Referral: Anyone may refer

School Based Services

Child & Family School Health Nursing Service (school nurses)

Sylvania (includes Hearing Clinic), Engadine & Menai Community Health Centres.

Ph: (02) 9522 1000 or (02) 9522 1034 Services: School Health Screening Program, plus Hearing Clinic: includes assessment of vision, hearing, speech & language, growth & development, referral and follow up; interviews with parent/family & educational personnel; health promotion activities. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: reside or attend school in the

Sutherland Shire. Referrals: are accepted from parents, teachers, counsellors, health professionals. Parental consent is required prior to screening any child.

Central School Based Services NSW Association for Gifted and Talented Children Inc c/- Hilltop Road Public School, 89 Hilltop Rd, Merrylands NSW 2160 Ph: (02) 9633 5399 Fax: (02) 9633 5799 Email: office@nswagtc.org.au Web: http://www.nswagtc.org.au

Assists parents, teachers and gifted children to overcome the problems associated with being or having a gifted child. Can provide contact details for local groups. Hours: Mon – Fri, 10 - 1pm.

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Substance Abuse Alcohol & Other Drugs (A&OD)

Sylvania & Engadine Community Health Centres; also provides services at the Sutherland

Ph: (02) 9522 1018 Services: Assessment and treatment for A&OD issues, including screening for depression and child protection issues; Pit Stop counselling clinics in high schools. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm.

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Service Name Address Contact Details Service Description Network Mental Health Centre, Menai Community Health Centre and at Sutherland Hospital.

Target group: adolescents who live or attend school in the Sutherland Shire. Referrals: are accepted from students, parents, teachers, counsellors, & health professionals.

Substance Abuse Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Services Level 1, 2 South St, Kogarah. Workers also located at Rockdale, Peakhurst & Hurstville Community Health Centres.

Ph: (02) 9350 2944 or (02) 9567 6500 AOD assessment, Brief Intervention, Counselling, Consultation, Advice and Information, Detoxification Support, Hospital Liaison, Education, Needle and Syringe Program. Direct support provided to the general community, consultation provided to health and community workers, schools, general practitioners and the community. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: All ages. Referrals: Self-referrals accepted and Self-referrals from support people/ workers, & health professionals.

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Substance Abuse Resources and Education on Drugs and Alcohol (READY) 18 Treacy St, Hurstville NSW 2221 Ph: (02) 9570 9465, Mob: 0417243 826, Email: readt@stgeorgeyouth.org

Services: Centre, school & outreach based services with young people on alcohol & other drugs issues; health skills based focus, substance free activities/events; referrals to other services; advocacy; training for welfare, youth & health workers, teachers, and police; resource development; community education. Hours: variable. Target group: Young people aged 12–2 years in the Sutherland & St George sectors.

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Substance Abuse Sutherland Alcohol & Other Drugs Service Community Health Caringbah, Sutherland Hospital, 430 The Kingsway, Caringbah NSW Ph: (02) 9522 1000 Fax: (02) 9522 1080

Free and confidential service that can work with clients on a range of

outcomes from reduction to abstinence; also offer counseling to the parents and/or partners. Adolescents can refer

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parents. PITSTOP is a service provided at schools, in school time. Students can be referred through school personnel or can refer themselves. For adolescents 14 years of age and over the service is confidential. Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 - 5pm. Eligibility: Anyone who is concerned about their own alcohol or other drugs use, or who is concerned about a relative or friends drug use. Referral: Referrals are made by contacting Sylvania Community Health Centre Intake 9 - 4.30pm.

Substance Abuse Sutherland Alcohol & Other Drugs Service - Chemical Use in Pregnancy Service (CUPS) Sutherland Hospital, 430 The Kingsway, Caringbah NSW 2229 Ph: (02) 9540 7262 Fax: (02) 9540 7304

Free and confidential service that can work with clients on a range of

outcomes from reduction to abstinence; also offer counseling to the parents and/or partners. The CUPS (Chemical Use In Pregnancy Service) is provided within the Sutherland Hospital, by a Clinical Nurse Specialist - aim is to provide education, support, counseling, advocacy, to pregnant woman and their families who are, or have been

involved in substance use during the antenatal and postnatal period.

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Toy Library Sutherland Special Needs Toy Library Incorporated Multi-Purpose Centre, 123 Flora St, Sutherland NSW 2232 PO Box 604, Sutherland NSW 1499 Ph: (02) 9545 2214 Contact: Paula Goulden Email: ssntl@idx.com.au

Web: http://www.specialneeds.org.au .

Provides a supply of therapeutic, creative and sense stimulating toys to help children overcome physical, emotional, mental and perceptual difficulties, including speech and motor delays. A centre of guidance on choosing and using equipment and information on services available to families of children with additional

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needs. Mon, 10 - 4pm (except public holidays and school holidays) the 1st Sat of each month 10 – 12md. Hours: Mon, 10 – 1pm, Thu, 10 – 12md, (Thu hours being trialed), 1st Sat of month 10 - 12md.

Toy Library Treasure Chest Toy Library 116F Caldarra Ave (behind library), Engadine NSW 2233 Ph: (02) 9548 5522 Fax: (02) 9520 5528 Email: mullos@bigpond.net.au

Available to families with children aged 0-5 years. Volunteers welcome to help with clerical duties, counting toys and working with kids. Hours: Tue, Sat, 9:30 - 1pm.

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Youth Services Sexual Health Service

Short Street Centre, St George Hospital, Kogarah

Ph: (02) 9350 2742 Services: Free and confidential service for all issues related to sexual health including screening and management of sexually transmissible infections (STIs). Counselling service in relation to sexual health and sexuality issues. Free condoms. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm, Tues, 11.30 – 8pm. Target group: All ages including youth Referrals: self-referral (phone for an appointment)

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Youth Services Sutherland Sexual Health Clinic

Outpatient Department, The Sutherland Hospital

Ph: (02) 9350 2742 Services: Free and confidential service for all issues related to sexual health including screening and management of sexually transmissible infections (STIs). Counselling available in relation to sexual health and sexuality issues. Free condoms. Hours: Tue, 9 - 12md. Target group: All ages including youth. Referrals: Self-referral (phone for an appointment)

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Youth Services YouthHealth/ UpZone Youth Health Clinic

18 Treacy St,

Hurstville NSW 2221

Ph: (02) 9570 9678 A free service for young people 12-25 years offering GP Clinic, Drug & Alcohol Services & a Sexual Health

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clinic. Phone for appointment or Drop in. GP Clinic Wed, 3 - 5pm, Sexual Health Clinic Thur, 4 - 6pm.

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NORTHERN NETWORK

Accommodation Aboriginal Hostels Limited 5th Floor, 129-134 Chalmers St, Surry Hills NSW 2010 PO Box 783, Strawberry Hills NSW 2012

Contact 1: Greg Hazel–NSW Regional Manager Email: greg.hazel@ahl.gov.au

Contact 2: Jo Love - Secondary Hostel Support Officer - sydney@ahl.gov.au

Ph: (02) 9310 2777 Fax: (02) 9310 3044 Email:jo.love@ahl.gov.au

Provide affordable temporary accommodation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally sensitive environment throughout Australia. Hours: 9 - 5pm.

Northern Accommodation Aboriginal Youth Services 321 Livingstone Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204

Ph: (02) 9558 1127 Provides crisis accommodation for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander young people.

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Allied Health Centre for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders

Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick

Ph: (02) 9382 1733 Services: paediatric oncology outreach program liaises with schools of patients and siblings at time of diagnosis, relapse, palliative care and

bereavement; education re diagnosis, treatment and side effects and advice to schools to facilitate integration and support. Camp Quality puppet show for infants and primary students. Hours: 8.30 – 5pm. Target Group: children and young people with cancer/ blood disorders and their families. Referral: diagnosed patients are referred to the outreach program by hospital staff.

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Allied Health Occupational Therapy (OT), Sydney Children’s Hospital Sydney Children's Hospital

Ph: (02) 9382 1073 Services: OT community & outreach services are provided.Target group: children & adolescents. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Referral: are accepted from parents, teachers, counsellors, & health professionals in the northern sector and from within the SCH.

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Allied Health Paediatric Speech

Sydney Children’s Hospital Speech

Ph: (02) 9382 1021 SCH Fax: (02) 9382 1200

Services: assessment, early

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Service Name Address Contact Details Service Description Network Pathology Service Pathology Department, Sydney Children’s Hospital Community Health Centre and Clovelley Early Childhood Centre.

counsellors and teachers re children with speech and language disorders; individual and/or group programs; in servicing for school staff. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: 0-18 year olds, with priority given to preschool aged children. Referral: are accepted from parents, teachers, counsellors, & health professionals in the northern sector.

Allied Health Physiotherapy Services, Sydney Children’s Hospital Sydney Children’s Hospital, High St, Randwick 2031

Ph: (02) 9382 1050 Services: assessment & physiotherapy management of children (inpatients & outpatients) including musculoskeletal, respiratory, neurology, brain injury & rehabilitation; advice re integration funding. Hours: Mon - Fri, 8.30 - 5pm. Target group: all patients of Sydney Children’s Hospital, & children residing in the northern sector. Referral: patients referred with acute conditions; also from parents, schools, GPs, health professionals.

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Allied Health Schools Therapy Team for Students with a Physical Disability Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick

Ph: (02) 9382 1052 Mob: 0410 535 841 Services: Therapy services for school aged children. Hours: Mon - Fri, 8.30 - 5pm. Target group: Children attending or about to attend schools in the Botany, Randwick, Waverley and Woollahra areas who have a physical disability that limits their participation in the school curriculum. Students with complex development problems and high support needs may be more appropriately referred to DADHC Service. Referral: Accepted from school counsellors, teachers, health professionals and parents.

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Allied Health Sydney Children’s Hospital Health Education Department Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick

Ph: (02) 9382 1855 Services: seminars to parents, teachers, childcare workers and counsellors. Topics include child development and behavioural issues, adolescence and other related child health issues. Hospital tours, for primary school groups, are also provided. Hours: 8.30 – 5pm Target Group: children, families and schools. Northern Assessment Services for developmental concerns/ learning difficulties Sydney Children’s Hospital Department of Community Child Health Sydney Children’s Community Health Centre Cnr. Avoca and Barker Sts, Randwick

Ph: (02) 9382 8189 Services: Assessment of children with developmental and physical problems. Consultation for childcare agencies. Health education and health promotion. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 – 5pm. Target Group: Pre school age children Referrals: Parents, childcare agencies/ pre-schools, school counsellors, health professionals, DoCS. Northern Assessment Services for developmental concerns/ learning difficulties Tumbatin Developmental Clinic Sydney Children’s Hospital (SCH) Randwick

Ph: (02) 9382 8189 Services: diagnosis & assessment for children who have or are considered to be at risk of a developmental disability or delay; counselling, advice and support for Northern families; referral and liaison with appropriate agencies. Northern Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 - 5pm. Target group: Priority is given to clients in the Northern sector. As part of the Sydney Children's Hospital, the clinic may provide services to some children & families from outside the northern sector with a paediatrician referral. Referrals: parents,

teachers, health staff, GPs, therapists &

other appropriate agencies. Northern Child Care, Preschool, Aboriginal Early Childhood 86 Belmont St, Alexandria NSW Ph: (02) 9319 4800 Fax: (02) 9319 6105

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Support Services Services Support Unit 2015 Private Bag 501, Alexandria NSW 2015 Email: director@aecssu.org.au Web: www.aecssu.org.au

NSW on Aboriginal issues. Provides consultancy, training and programs on Aboriginal early childhood education. Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 - 4pm. Target Groups: Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander; Preschool Children. Child Care, Preschool, Support Services Aboriginal Early Childhood Services Support Unit Cavendish St, Stanmore PO Box 276 Enmore 2042 Ph: (02) 9516 4473 Mob: 0427818 566 Fax: (02) 9516 5495

Contact: Lyn Stewart (Acting Executive Officer) Email: director@aecssu.org.au

Support and educational training for preschools with Aboriginal children.

Northern Child Care, Preschool, Support Services Gamarada Montessori Learning Centre Bourke St Public School, 590 Bourke St, Redfern NSW 2016 Ph: (02) 9699 3160 Mob: 0403 668 632 Contact: Barbara Stephen (Director)

Email: barbarajstephen@hotmail.com

Early Learning Centre / Playgroup / Parenting Workshops / Conferencing

Northern Child Care, Preschool, Support Services Gujaga Multi Functional Aboriginal Children’s Services 1 Elaroo Ave, La Perouse NSW 2036 PO Box 102, Matraville 2036 Ph: (02) 9661 6097 Fax: (02) 9694 1239

Contact: Donna Daly (Administrator) Email: gujagamacs@bigpond.com

MACS centre provides Long Day Care, a Preschool Component, Emergency Care and Occasional Care for 0-5yrs with 39 places. 0-2 (5chn), 2-3 (10chn), 3-5 (24chn). Meals provided, bus service for parents without transport, monthly paediatric health checks/ referrals. Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 - 5pm

Northern Child Care, Preschool, Support Services H.I.P.P.Y (Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters) La Perouse Public School

Yarra Bay Rd, Phillip Bay NSW 2036

Ph: (02) 9311 4900 Fax: 02 9311 2587

Contact: Sherri Longbottom (Coordinator)

Provides early intervention and transitional educational program for Aboriginal preschool children entering Infants School. Northern Child Care, Preschool, Support Services Murawina Child Care Centre/ Preschool 180 George St, Redfern NSW 2016 Ph: (02) 9319 4566 Fax: (02) 9319 0446

Contact: Maria Mahini (Director) Email: murawinaredfern@bigpond.com

Preschool and Long Day Care. Hours: Mon – Fri, 7.30 - 5.30pm

Northern Child Care, Preschool, Support Services Sydney Day Nursery (SDN) Inner Sydney Level 1, 3 Linthorpe Street, Newtown 2042 Phone: (02) 9557 0183 Fax: (02) 9519 0841 Contact: Mandy Meredith

Support child care staff to include children with additional needs. 3 priority areas:

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Inclusion Support Agency

Email: isisa@sdn.org.au 1. Children with high support needs; 2. Children from culturally diverse backgrounds;

3. Children with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Island backgrounds.

Hours: Mon - Fri, 7.30 - 6pm Child Care, Preschool, Support Services Wunanbiri Preschool Belmont St, Alexandria PO Box 455 Alexandria NSW 2015 Ph: (02) 9319 5712 Fax: (02) 9699 9418 Contact: David Watkins

Email: wunanbiri@jabbawoki.com

Care and education of pre-school aged children for 3-5yrs.

Hours: Mon – Fri, 9 - 3pm

Northern Child Protection Support Services Central Sydney Scarba Service 217 Pitt St, Waterloo 2017 PO Box 3099, Redfern 2016 Ph: (02) 9310 3788 Fax: (02) 9310 5966

Contact: Henrietta Foulds (Manager) Email: HenriettaF@bensoc.asn.au

Tertiary child protection outreach service for families experiencing a lot of stress & children at risk of

placement out of home. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 - 5pm

Northern Child Protection Support Services Transform Project 217 Pitt St, Waterloo 2017 PO Box 3099, Redfern 2016 Ph: (02) 9310 3788 Mob: 0407 953 463 Fax: (02) 9310 5966

Contact: Adele Moran & Katie Skulte (Project Officers)

Email: adelem@bensoc.org.au katies@bensoc.org.au

Develop, coordinate and deliver a variety of interventions to children (0-8yrs) of drug using parents and secondly to families and kinship networks of drug using adults. Hours: Mon – Thurs, 9 – 4pm

Northern Child Protection Support Service Child Protection Counselling Service (CPCS) Counsellors at Caringbah and Peakhurst Community Health Centre’s and the Child Protection Unit at Sydney Children’s Hospital.

Ph: (02) 9382 1412

Fax (02) 9382 1410 same as CPU

Services: a tertiary level service based in the community providing both home & centre based counselling for children & their families, where serious harm or injury to the child or young person has occurred or is likely to occur. Hours: Mon – Fri. 8.30 – 5pm. Target group: Families where DoCS have confirmed physical or emotional abuse, neglect, or exposure to domestic violence.

Referrals: Only accepted from DoCS, JIRT, or the Children's Court.

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Support Services Specialist Central Sydney CSC (DoCS) Building, 219-241 Cleveland St Strawberry Hills Locked Bag 42, Strawberry Hills 2012 Fax: (02) 8303 7677 Contact: Dale Chiswick Email:

Samantha.gooch@community.nsw.gov.au Dale.chiswick@community.nsw.gov.au

role of caseworker support and training as well as an interagency role.

Child Protection Support Services Child Protection Unit Level 1, Emergency Wing, Sydney Children's Hospital, High St, Randwick 2031 Ph: (02) 9382 1412 Fax: (02) 9382 1410 Email: Dimitra.Tzioumi@sesiahs.health.nsw.gov.au Web: www.sch.edu.au

Provides medical, clinical and psychosocial assessment and

therapeutic interventions to maltreated children and their families. Evaluation of children who have experienced or are at risk of abuse or neglect. Assessment provided in more unusual cases of abuse such as Münchhausen Syndrome by proxy. Provides

consultative service for uncertain cases. On-call for emergencies - 24 hours. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 - 5pm

Northern Child Protection Support Services Department of Community Services – Metro South East Foster Care Team 55 Renwick St, Redfern NSW 2016 Ph: (02) 9245 1600, Mob: 0425 290049 Fax: (02) 9245 1721

Contact: Cheryl Purchase (Caseworker Aboriginal Foster Care)

Email: cheryl.purchase@community.nsw.gov.au

Recruitment, support, assessment and training of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people interested in becoming foster carers with the Department of Community Services.

Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 – 5pm

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Child Protection Support Services

Eastern Sydney Scarba Service

24a Ocean St, Bondi NSW 2026 PO Box 239, Bondi NSW 2026 Ph: (02) 9130 7336 Fax: (02) 9130 2839 Email: lees@bensoc.org.au Web: www.bensoc.org.au

Child protection service for families where children have been abused/ neglected and are at risk of further abuse/ neglect. The Scarba team provides a range of services to help keep children safe at home with their own family. The services provided include: Counseling for parents and/or children, play therapy for children, group-work for parents and children, help with working with other agencies and services to obtain assistance for the

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family, parental support and assistance for parents to manage behavioral problems and understand their children, support and assistance for parents to provide adequate care.

Hours: Mon – Fri, 8.30 - 5pm Child Protection Support Services NAPCAN (National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect) Suite 604, Level 6, 46-56 Kippax St, Surry Hills NSW 2010 PO Box K241, Haymarket Ph: (02) 9211 0224 Fax: (02) 9211 5676 Contact: Eric Chant

Email: contact@napcan.org.au Web: http://www.napcan.org.au

NAPCAN (National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect) vision is a National commitment to the nurturing and protection of children by supporting parents and communities for the prevention of child abuse in all its forms. Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 - 5pm

Northern Child Protection Support Services NSW Commission for Children and Young People Level 2, 407 Elizabeth St, Surry Hills 2010 Ph: (02) 9286 7276 Fax: (02) 9286 7267 Email: kids@kids.nsw.gov.au Web: www.kids.nsw.gov.au

Promotes and monitors the safety and welfare of children in NSW. Provides advice to government and non-government agencies on issues affecting children and has input into laws and policies that affect children and young people. Undertakes research, including research for the Child Death Review Team. Implements and monitors the Working with Children Check and administers the Child Sex Offender Counselor Accreditation Scheme. Also produces publications and resources about kid's issues. Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 - 5pm

Northern Child Protection Support Services Protective Behaviours Consultancy Group of NSW Alexandria Town Hall, 73 Garden St Alexandria 2015 PO Box 348 Strawberry Hills 2012 Ph: (02) 9699 3377 Fax: (02) 9318 2561

Contact: Alicia Moore (Program Coordinator) Email: pbcgnsw@zip.com.au

Prevention program; child protection and personal safety.

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