Communities for Children

A range of programs and initiatives to support the wellbeing and development of families in Cranbourne.

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ADHD Support Group

What: Share your experiences and find support from other parents who truly understand the struggles of having a child with ADHD

Who: Parents of children living with ADHD currently living, working or schooling in Cranbourne

Where: Cranbourne

Having a child with ADHD can be challenging at times. Our support group provides you with the opportunity to share your experiences, stories and knowledge and be supported by other parents who understand the struggles of life that families and their children may experience.

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Beyond the Violence

What: An 8 week program helping families establish safety, rebuild relationships and move forward with their lives

Who: For non-offending parents and children who have experienced family violence

Where: Cranbourne

Facilitated by Anglicare Victoria, our 8 week program offer parents and children the opportunity to share and learn ways to cope with particular behaviours in age appropriate ways to encourage engagement.

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Repair-enting

What: A structured group program for men who have completed a Men’s Behaviour Change Program Level 2 in the past year

Who: For dads who have used violence in their relationships

Where: Cranbourne

A program for men who have completed a men’s behaviour change program in the past year, and who are currently parenting children on a part or full-time basis, or are hoping to redevelop a relationship with their children.

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Balee Koolin Bubup Bush Playgroup

What: Supported playgroup for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families

Who: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children up to 5yrs living in Cranbourne , with their carers and families

Where: Cranbourne Royal Botanic Gardens

Set within a culturally safe and meaningful early years learning environment where Indigenous Elders, artists and cultural educators come along to share traditional cultural knowledge, stories and language with families in the bush playgroup.

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Boys on the Bounce

What: A 10 week program that strengthens cultural, community and educational engagement

Who: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander boys in Grades 5 & 6 at Cranbourne primary schools

Where: Cranbourne

A 10 week program that strengthens Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander boys’ engagement with their culture, community and education.

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Tuning in to Kids

What: A 6 week program that focuses on building the relationship with your child

Who: For parents of children aged 0-12 years

Where: Cranbourne

Tuning in to Kids is an evidence-based program that supports parents to develop and enhance their parenting skills, focusing on building the relationship between parent and child.

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Dads Tuning in to Kids

What: A 6 week program that focuses on building the relationship with your child

Who: For dads of children aged 0-12 years

Where: Cranbourne

Dads Tuning in to Kids is an evidence-based program that supports dads to develop and enhance their parenting skills, focusing on building the relationship between parent and child.

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