LOCATED in Mooroopna, The Family Haven is a safe space for parents, carers and their children.
It is an invaluable resource within our community, open to all families within the Greater Shepparton region at no cost with no need to formally enrol.
Located in the same premises as the Mooroopna Anglican Church at 15-17 Young Street, Mooroopna (the old SPC canteen), doors are open Tuesday to Thursday from 9.30am – 3pm with lunch and afternoon tea provided.
Children and parents/carers have a chance to relax, engage with staff and volunteers, share a meal and connect socially with other parents to strengthen community and social bonds.
The focus is on play, fun and friendship. Playgroup is a brilliant way to socialise with other families and allow your children to play and engage with their peers.
Local Tamara Cox attends playgroup at the Family Haven regularly with her twin sons, Logan and Xavier.
“This is such a lovely place where we get to come and play, enjoy the company of other parents and children and explore. The volunteers are brilliant and I get the chance to have a little break while I’m here, the boys have so many toys to play with, they have so much fun,” said Tamara.
Courtney Wilson, Family Haven co-ordinator, is also trained in early childhood education and has the ability to work with you and identify issues you may be worried about in regard to your children. At Family Haven you have support in finding resources to help with fine and gross motor skills for example. At times, families also get help with referrals in areas such as mental health, domestic violence and their child’s development.
Quality second-hand goods for families in need are available and they also offer transport and are able to pick families and children up and drop them home.
Follow the Family Haven on Facebook to keep up to date with activities and events. For further information including how to volunteer you may contact Courtney Wilson on 0428 736 961 or email cwilson@gslp.com.au.
