Centacare experts embedded in police stations
Family and relationship care
Centacare domestic and family violence (DFV) specialist practitioners have been embedded into police stations across the state to enhance policing of DFV and support of victim-survivors. In stage three of the program, four specialist DFV practitioners from Centacare have been embedded at police stations in Caloundra, Maroochydore, Hervey Bay and Maryborough.
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Connection for health and happiness
Family and relationship care
Finding ways to connect with others in our communities supports our health and wellbeing but social isolation is on the rise, taking a toll on people from all walks of life. However, there are things you can do to reconnect with others and build meaningful relationships.
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Supporting your family through trauma
Family and relationship care
When a child experiences trauma it can affect how they think, feel and react to family, friends, other people and everyday situations. As a parent or caregiver, understanding trauma is important to effectively support your child. Our Specialist Family and Relationship Care practitioners offer information and strategies to help your child and your family.
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Partnerships bringing festive cheer
Featured
This Christmas, our services are drawing on their close ties to their local communities. From the Gold Coast and Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast and the Fraser Coast, our teams and their community partners are coming together to deliver festive cheer where it is needed most.
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Having a plan can improve your safety
Family and relationship care
Leaving an abusive relationship can be the most dangerous time for you and your children. It’s important to have a plan that is specific to your situation and can be adapted as things change but here are some things to consider.
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How does family violence affect children?
Family and relationship care
Research confirms the devastating impact family violence can have on children’s lives and their physical and emotional development, even if they’re not experiencing the violence first-hand. Learn about the impacts of violence on children and the signs that a child may not be coping.
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Supporting your family through loss and grief
Family and relationship care
Grief is a natural, emotional response to loss and unfortunately, an unavoidable part of family life. Often, we aren’t prepared for difficult situations and as a parent, you might be navigating your own grief as well. Centacare's Specialist Family and Relationship Care practitioners offer information and strategies to help support you and your family during challenging times.
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