Helping Young Families (HYF) is a program designed for parents to enhance their own parenting capacity with support. This program is for those families with children aged 0 – 12 years old (including pregnancy) in the Burnie Municipality, offering assistance through parenting support, community connections, social participation, advocacy, and referral to other service providers. HYF is funded by the Department of Social Services, through Communities for Children (Catholic Care). The focus of HYF is to enhance parents’ confidence and skill sets, with the safety of children being at the core and forefront of the support provided.
HYF also provide opportunities for parents to participate in building their knowledge and skill base through evidence-based parenting programs such as Abecedarian Approach Australia (adapted), Seasons for Growth, and 1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching. YFCC’s services provide outreach, including meeting with people in their homes or at public places such as cafes, libraries, or parks. If you or someone you know may benefit from our service, please call the office on (03)6423 6635.