In particular, this program aims to support young people between the ages of 12-25 years who may be experiencing more chronic and episodic moderate to severe mental illness and other psychosocial stressors impacting on a young person and their families’ level of functioning. It specifically targets young people with more complex needs, in particular Aboriginal […]
Women supporting each other who have or are experiencing domestic violence. Did you know that… In Australia, 1 in 5 adult women have experienced abuse in an intimate relationship? 1 in 4 children witness domestic violence? Domestic and family violence affects people from all cultures, ages, genders, religions and sexual orientations. It is a pattern […]
Playtime Plus is fun for children and parents / carers. Not just a fun place but also a place where we: Provide a range of learning experiences to promote children’s development Support ways in which parents can play and communicate with their children Provide information for parents about topics such as child development, health, and […]
Are you in year 5 or 6 at school? Tilly Legends is an after school group for children who are currently in years 5 or 6. The group meets weekly in school term and is facilitated by 2 experienced workers. Drumbeat, an evidence based social development program which uses music to engage and transfer learning, […]
Circle of Security Parenting When ‘good enough’ parenting is good enough - A relationship Based Parenting Program – 8 week parenting program based on relationships. This is an opportunity to: meet with other families and yarn about the joys and challenges of raising young children learn about a simple idea that helps us understand the […]
Playtime Plus is fun for children and parents / carers. Not just a fun place but also a place where we: Provide a range of learning experiences to promote children’s development Support ways in which parents can play and communicate with their children Provide information for parents about topics such as child development, health, and […]
'The Deck’ Youth Venue is a place to drop in with friends, to make friends or to come and grab a feed. We offer a safe space for all young people aged strictly from 12 to 18 to hang out, play Xbox, PlayStation, computer games, pool, watch Netflix, use the internet, join in art & […]
Young Parents Group is for all parents who are 25 years and under. Young parents face the challenge of meeting not only their own developmental needs at a time of significant growth, but also the needs of their children. Young Parents Group is friendly, relaxed and non-judgemental. Offering a space where young parents can meet, […]
Art therapy can provide therapeutic interventions through the use of visual arts, including drawing, painting, art journaling, mixed media and sculpture, for mental health diagnoses, wellbeing, early intervention and developmental disorders. Runs weekly in school terms (excluding week 1). For existing PSFaNS Clients only. Places are limited. Ask your PSFaNS worker for more information.
Art therapy can provide therapeutic interventions through the use of visual arts, including drawing, painting, art journaling, mixed media and sculpture, for mental health diagnoses, wellbeing, early intervention and developmental disorders. Arts therapies can help people to resolve conflicts, develop interpersonal skills, manage behaviour, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and achieve insight. Art therapy utilises visual […]
