Becoming a parent is a big life change that can be made easier with the right support and guidance. We'll work together with you, to provide innovative and helpful parenting programs across Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Working with government departments and other community , we provide a range of services to help you find the support you need.
Children and parents can enjoy a variety of age-appropriate, fun play activities that help them to bond with each other and develop healthy relationships. PeeWees can support you to:
The PeeWees program is coordinated by two family support workers operating Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Transport assistance is available in the local area, depending on individual situations. Please speak with the program coordinator to assess your eligibility.
Clients will be referred by Services Australia as a condition of receiving Parenting Payment or can join the program on a voluntary basis by contacting us. Our staff will be in touch once a referral has been made.
If you're a parent of young children starting primary school and would like support with returning to work, our ParentsNext program may be able to assist.
If you're a parent of young children starting primary school and would like support with returning to work, our ParentsNext program may be able to assist.
If you're a parent of young children starting primary school and would like support with returning to work, our ParentsNext program may be able to assist.
Beenleigh Family Centre provides a range of family and parenting support services.
Morning & afternoon tea
Natural outdoor environment
Nappies and wipes provided
Activities and care
Mabel Early Learning provides quality early childhood services which supports children to explore, create and discover the natural world through play based learning.
Mabel Early Learning is partnered with ParentsNext and other community organisations to provide adjunct care for parents of any age who are taking part in study, work readiness or personal development activities. With adjunct care at Mabel Early Learning, families can access childcare for short periods of time (up to three hours) while they remain on-site participating in programs at the Beenleigh Family Centre.
Our childcare program encourages children to play at their own pace in their own way and engage in developmentally appropriate activities that extend their learning, and supports parents and carers to set and work towards their own goals and aspirations at the same time.
Mabel Early Learning also offers parenting support and playgroups. We are committed to building and fostering healthy parenting and playgroup communities.
Our early childhood services create responsive and sharing environments in our community where we want children to have a positive and memorable early childhood experience.
Mabel Early Learning provides quality early childhood services which supports children to explore, create and discover the natural world through play based learning.
The Community Centre is a safe and welcoming environment that offers a wide range of programs, activities and services to support youth, families, children and individuals.
The program supports parents to strengthen their parenting skills and create a safe and positive childhood experience for their children. Industry professionals will offer outreach services and home visits to support participants.
This is a free service and is available to you if you've received a referral.
The Young Parents Program, delivered at YHES House in Southport at the Gold Coast, is for young parents aged 12 - 25 years and includes childbirth education and support, as well as a support group for new parents.
Childbirth education and support includes:
Our support group for new parents provides education on:
YHES House is a safe, youth-friendly community hub that provides a non-judgemental space where young people are welcomed, listened to, and respected. Our services are available either through our centre or at outreach points.