Helping Children Heal Program
Helping Children Heal is a free program that provides specialist support for children and their families who have experienced domestic and family violence.
Every child deserves safety - and the chance to heal
Exposure to domestic and family violence has a lasting impact on every aspect of a child's life, growth and development.
After witnessing abuse or being directly harmed, children can struggle with emotional regulation, learning challenges and forming healthy relationships.
By providing specialised and tailored support, we can ensure that every child who has been impacted by violence can heal, recover and thrive.
We help families recover
Helping Children Heal offers a range of support and programs that work with individual children, families and local services to help recover and rebuild stability after an experience of family violence.
Our Child and Young Person Specialists also recognise the impact of trauma on caregivers and help caregivers to rebuild trust with their children and other relationships that may have been damaged by violence.
Who we help
Children (aged 6-12 years) and their families who have had an experience of domestic and family violence. Once a child is engaged, we can support the whole family regardless of age.
Our community hub is located in Burwood but we also provide outreach services.
How we help
TherapeuticProgramsforChildren
We know every child is different, so we offer a variety of therapeutic programs for children to support their healing and recovery after trauma.
Learningsupportandadvocacy
We provide services that assist families to navigate education systems when children need extra support with learning and recovery.
Tailoredfamilysupport
The program also facilitates access to therapeutic supports, such as health care, psychology, and occupational therapy, to make sure kids are physically healthy while they recover from trauma.
Therapeutic Programs for Children
SecretAgentSociety
Online sessions using games and creativity to build children's self-esteem, confidence and social skills.
SchoolHolidayProgram
Activities that maintain children's sense of normalcy, connection and fun while addressing educational and social needs.
Rainorshineprogram
A creative group that supports children aged 6-12 to improve their wellbeing and recovery.
Learning Support and Advocacy
AdvocacySupport
We provide assistance with school liaising, learning resources and navigating systems like schools and the NDIS.
LearningHub
Children can access tutoring during school, and therapeutic activities during the holidays.
AlliedHealthServiceSupport
We can help fast-track access to psychology, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and healthcare services.
Tailored Family Support
Familysupportsessions
Individual and family support sessions that create positive childhood experiences to help children thrive after trauma.
Carersupportsessions
Group or individual support helping parents and carers rebuild trust with their children, respond to their needs, and foster playful, caring relationships.
Counselling&Psychology
Counselling or psychology sessions using a range of creative tools, including art and play.
Testimonials
"Since coming to HCH, I have seen a change in my daughter. At first she was so shy and withdrawn. Now, she's happy, calm, and confident. When visiting, she actually gets excited for our sessions. I'm very happy with our experience."
- Mother (Participant)
Check out the Helping Children Heal Community Hub
Here, parents and carers can access downloadable resources and tools to support their family's healing journey. Our resource library is designed to help you and your children rebuild stability, process trauma, and strengthen relationships after experiencing family violence.
Contact us
Get in touch to organise a chat or ask us for more information.