The wellbeing of children, young people and their families is at the heart of everything we do.
Our support programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
At Cafs, your contribution counts.
We’ve been supporting children and families as a proudly independent organisation for nearly 160 years and, in that time, we have expanded to deliver more than 44 innovative support programs specifically designed to meet the needs of people across the Victorian Central Highlands.
Even the smallest donation makes a difference to someone experiencing hardship.
Your gift, no matter the amount, will help Cafs continue to support people across the Victorian Central Highlands.
Donate* today by following the link.
DONOR THANKS
A big thank you to Nicole Roberts from SJD Foundation Ballarat for dropping into Cafs last week with a delivery of brand new The Oodie for young people in Cafs Residential Care. We have no doubt that these will be very well received!!
If you would like to make a tax deductible donation to Cafs visit www.cafs.org.au/donating or contact thanks@cafs.org.au.
#donate #OurCommunity #CafsCares
It was wonderful to see so many lovely faces at Stockland Wendouree on Tuesday.
Thank you to everyone who expressed interest in becoming a foster carer. We look forward to helping you take the first step in your journey.
#CafsCares #FosterCare #Fostering #Volunteering #Ballarat
We will be at Stockland Wendouree today from 10am to 2pm.
Visit us at the Community Hub (near Vodafone) if you’re interested in finding out more information on becoming a foster carer.
#Cafs #CafsCares #fosterCare #fostering #volunteer
It is National Families Week, where we are celebrating family diversity and connections.
NFW is all about celebrating, recognising and embracing our unique circumstances, backgrounds and dynamics within our families.
These are the Top 10 Tips for celebrating:
1. Create time to play, and have fun with your family.
2. Use technology in a way to connect with each other.
3. Appreciate your family, friends and community - everyone matters!
4. Regularly check in with each other - “how was your day?”
5. Do an exercise or relaxation class as a family group, or play a team sport.
6. Celebrate your family’s achievements, large or small.
7. Have confidence in your abilities and celebrate the positive aspects of family life.
8. Ask others for support to navigate challenges.
9. Help and support others whenever you can.
10. Build connections and learn from others.
These are tips that you can participate in year round with your loved ones.
#NationalFamiliesWeek2024 #NationalFamiliesWeek #family #diversity #connections #Cafs #CafsCares
Mother`s Day is a day to reflect on, and recognise, the important role that mothers and caregivers play in the lives of children and young people in their care.
Today we celebrate the role of "mother" in all its forms.
#MothersDay #mothering #family #CafsCares #CafsCommunity #motherscomeinallforms
Today marks the start of Privacy Awareness Week.
Cafs is proud to support Privacy Awareness Week, running from 6-12 May.
It provides a great opportunity to consider what we can all do to ‘power up’ privacy, whether in our own day-to-day lives, or at work. This year’s theme focuses on privacy and technology and the key principles of transparency, accountability and security.
Find out more about ‘powering up’ privacy on the OAIC’s #PAW2024 website: paw.gov.au #PowerUpYourPrivacy
Got that Friday Feeling thinking that there must be something more to your career?
Check out these great opportunities with Cafs, caring for, working with and making a positive difference in the lives of young people in our community:
Team Leader - Youth Care and After Hours
Team Leader - Youth Case Management and Better Futures
Visit https://cafs.org.au/positions-available/ for all the latest career opportunities.
#friday #fridayvibes #morethanajob #CafsCares #OurCommunity #careers
REGIONAL FOSTER CARE INFORMATION SESSIONS
If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a Foster Carer with Cafs why not join one of our upcoming information sessions?
ONLINE - Monday, May 6
ARARAT - Monday, May 27
BACCHUS MARSH - Wednesday, May 29
Register today at www.cafs.org.au/foster-carer-information-session.
#Takethefirststep #FosterCare #caringforkids #OurCommunity #fostercarejourney
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