PLEASE NOTE: Many of CAFS extensive list of programs can apply to more than one of its four major service categories - For Children; For Families; For Communities; For Men. You are encouraged to explore all four categories for the programs or services you may seek.
CAFS is a community service organisation providing support and services for children, young people, individuals and families from offices in Ballarat, Ararat, Bacchus Marsh and Daylesford. CAFS provides services such as family support, infants' programs, financial counselling, men's groups, foster care and homelessness programs.
Intake and Referral Service
General intake for most CAFS Programs and Services
Information and advice for the public, providing referral to most Child & Family Services (CAFS) programs, other agencies or brief counselling as appropriate. Intake workers are available on (03) 5337.3333 or by appointment weekdays 9am-5pm.
Child First, Greater Grampians
Single referral point for Family Services in Ballarat and surrounding areas jointly delivered by CAFS Ballarat and partner agencies. Direct line is (03) 5337.3388 or 1300.783.341.