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About Us

Cafs supports people of all ages across the Victorian Central Highlands with trusted guidance, care and practical help through difficult times.

Here for our Central Highlands community with care & respect

Learn who we are, what we stand for and how we’re making a lasting difference across the Central Highlands through trauma-informed care, inclusive values and over 160 years of community support.

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About Cafs

Supporting children, families and individuals with care, respect and local expertise — creating safe, inclusive and thriving communities across the Central Highlands.

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Our People

Explore the heart of Cafs – a dedicated, place-based team delivering lasting change across the Central Highlands. See how we lead with care, purpose and community.

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Our Commitment

Making a real difference in the lives of children, families and communities through trauma-informed care, inclusive values and measurable impact.

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Our Trauma Responsive Approach

Discover how Cafs embeds a trauma-responsive approach across all services using TBRI®. Learn how we support children, families and carers to heal, grow and thrive through trust, connection and care.

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Our History & Heritage

From orphanage to community care, Cafs reflects on 160+ years of service — honouring truth, supporting healing and building a safer future for all.

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Publications

Explore Cafs’ Annual Reports, History and Heritage Newsletters, and Latest News to learn more about our impact, achievements and commitment to the community.

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Latest Updates

News & Events

Stay up to date with the latest from Cafs, including news, events and stories from our work across the Central Highlands.

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Our Services

Discover how Cafs supports children, families and individuals across the Central Highlands of Victoria with local, trauma-informed services in family safety, housing, youth care and more.

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Foster Care

At Cafs, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing home – somewhere they feel seen, heard and valued. Foster care provides that sanctuary, offering children and young people stability when their own home is no longer safe.