The aim of National Families Week is to celebrate the vital role families play in Australian society. National Families Week runs from May 13 to 19, 2024 and this year’s theme is “celebrating family diversity and connections”. Our event on Wednesday May 15 will mark the week with fun activities, arts and crafts, face painting, raffle prizes, sausage sizzle and more. Bring your family and friends for some fun to the Nelson Park at Forbes.
EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES OF WESTERN NSW
CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes provides a broad range of programs and services caring for the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities, especially the vulnerable and at risk.
- Parents & Children
- Mental Health & Wellbeing
- Families & Relationships
- Homelessness & Domestic Violence
- Financial Counselling
Parents & Children
Our Parent Child Services support parents and families in creating supportive and nurturing environments that enable children to grow up healthy, confident and resilient.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
The primary focus of our Mental Health & Wellbeing Programs is to improve the social and emotional wellbeing of those suffering from mental illness, their carers and families.
Families & Relationships
Our Family and Relationship services support families during challenging circumstances and times of transition through a mix of individual and group-based activities.
Homelessness & Domestic Violence
Our Homelessness & Domestic Violence programs work proactively with those who are homeless or at risk with an emphasis on women and children escaping violence.
Financial Counselling
Our Financial Counselling and Capability Services empower clients and gives them understanding and the ability to take control of their financial situation through individual counselling, education workshops and community awareness campaigns.
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Upcoming Events
Parkes celebrates National Families Week
The aim of National Families Week is to celebrate the vital role families play in Australian society. National Families Week runs from May 13 to 19, 2024 and this year’s theme is “celebrating family diversity and connections”. Our event on Friday May 17 will mark the week with playgroup activities, sausage sizzle, face painting and goodie bags. Bring your family and friends for some fun to the Cooke Park Pavilion at Parkes.