Safe and Strong Families

The Safe and Strong Families Program provides culturally responsive, early intervention support to help Aboriginal families in the Liverpool Plains strengthen family wellbeing and create safer home environments. Delivered by Winanga-li and funded by DCJ, the program supports families experiencing stress, vulnerability or early concerns around child safety.

Safe and Strong Families works with parents and caregivers to build protective skills, improve family relationships and strengthen the home environment. The program aims to support families before challenges escalate, helping children remain safely at home and connected to culture and community.

Our team partners with families to understand their goals, identify strengths and provide practical and culturally informed support tailored to each family’s needs.

Support may include:

• Building parenting confidence and skills
• Supporting family routines and home organisation
• Improving communication and strengthening relationships
• Providing practical help during challenging times
• Advocacy and guidance when engaging with services
• Cultural connection and identity strengthening
• Linking families with community, health and education supports
• Regular yarning, home visits and ongoing encouragement

The program is designed to empower families to build strong foundations and long-term change.

The program supports Aboriginal families who are:

• Referred by DCJ, schools, health or community services
• Experiencing stress or early signs of vulnerability
• Wanting to build safer, more stable home environments
• Seeking culturally safe guidance and support

Referrals may come through:

• DCJ
• Community services
• Health services
• Schools
• Self-referral