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FamilyCare’s Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Like the rest of Australia, our region is also being affected by the COVID19 pandemic. This information will help people who use FamilyCare’s services to understand our responses.
From Tuesday the 24th of March, FamilyCare’s offices will be closed to all visitors. Please telephone us to discuss the service options that remain available, on:
ChildFIRST Shepparton: 1300 854 944
ChildFIRST Seymour: 1800 663 107
Other contact numbers for our various offices are available on the Contact Us page.
We will return to normal services as soon as we can. At the moment, this is the best way to maintain access to some support but stick to the rules for social distancing.
Here are some other sources of reliable and up-to-date information.
DHHS VIC – Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
Health Direct – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Groups postponed
Please be advised the following groups have been postponed for Term 2
Harnessing Hope – Connections and Drumbeat
Hold my heart to end the fear
Real Men Make Great Dads
Keeping Kool
RESET
If you require more information, please call Child FIRST in Shepparton 1300 854 944 or Seymour 1800 663 107
Paddock to Plate Postponed
With the rapidly changing situation regarding the COVID-19 outbreak we have decided it is in the best interests of our local community to postpone our upcoming Paddock to Plate Event scheduled for 24th May 2020. FamilyCare would like to thank all those involved with the event for their support. During this time Family Care wish you, your families and colleagues all the best and look forward to sharing with you the Paddock to Plate Fire and Feast Event at a later date.
The Book Inn
The Book Inn will be closed from Tuesday 17 March through to the end of March at which time the situation will be reviewed.
Harnessing Hope – Outside support for inside healing
Nexus Primary Health, FamilyCare and Primary Care Connect will be delivering Therapeutic Family Violence Services to victim survivors recovering from Family Violence across the Goulburn area. Read more……
Sporting Chance – Applications open 9am Monday 16 March and close 5pm Friday 3 April 2020
Do you or your children want to play a sport of join a physical activity club or group? Are funds the only thing stopping you?
Sporting Chance has been established to ensure all Greater Shepparton residents can actively participate in sport and recreation, regardless of their means, through access to small grants. Greater Shepparton City Council together with The Community Fund and FamilyCare aim to provide social and recreational opportunities that enhance the lives of community members.
Playing sport and being physically active coupled with healthy eating is one of the best ways to live a long and healthy life.
One of the biggest barriers to playing sport for some children, young people and adults is cost.
Sporting Chance is here to assist and can fund registration and membership fees up to $80 for approved applicants.
Apply here
