Programs

Aboriginal Family Worker

Email: afw@uhcs.org.au
Primary focus on assisting new parents and families with children aged 0 – 8 years, in a culturally appropriate way to enhance parents’ skills to improve educational, social and health outcomes for their children. Areas covered within the Upper Hunter region: Muswellbrook, Merriwa, Scone, Aberdeen, Denman, Murrurundi and Singleton.

Co-ordinator - Leanne Walklate

Muswellbrook Neighbourhood Service

Email: mns@uhcs.org.au
MNS provides information, referral, advocacy and support. MNS provides emergency relief as per service guidelines and policy directives (eg food and electricity vouchers); needle and syringe exchange; computer access; and baby capsule and room hire. MNS supports community groups and initiatives. MNS services Muswellbrook local government area: Muswellbrook, Denman, Sandy Hollow, Wybong, Baerami.

Co-ordinator

Upper Hunter Crisis Accommodation Service

Email: uhcas@uhcs.org.au
UHCAS provides assistance into short term accommodation for people who are homeless. The service covers Muswellbrook, Merriwa, Murrurundi, Scone, Denman, Singleton and surrounding areas. Out of hours please contact the police.

Co-ordinators: Janelle Monro, Vanessa Harshman

Upper Hunter Family Support Service

Email: rebeccam@uhcs.org.au, familysupport3@uhcs.org.au
UHFSS offers assistance to families who may be experiencing difficulties. Support may include parenting education, court support, financial information, referral, home visiting, support letters, group work, and assistance with Centrelink and Dept of Housing. Service coverage includes: Muswellbrook, Murrurundi, Merriwa, Denman, Scone, Aberdeen and surrounding districts.

Family Workers: Amy Collison, Rebecca Moran

Upper Hunter Youth Development Officer

Email: uhydo@uhcs.org.au
The YDO provides support to existing youth services and has a role in identifying the needs of the youth sector and developing appropriate strategies. UHYDO aims to promote positive perceptions of young people in the community.

Co-ordinator: Leanne Simms

The following projects are auspiced by Upper Hunter Community Services Inc. but located externally from the QE11 Community Centre.

Hunter Park Family Centre

58 Wollombi Rd,
PO Box 231, Muswellbrook
Phone: 6543 3566
Fax: 6541 5270
Email: hpfc@uhcs.org.au
Key function is to enhance parent's skills and confidence in raising children, to improve children’s health and well-being. A multi purpose outreach service providing access to services and support for families in South Muswellbrook and anyone from outlying areas, who need a break or support. Outreach includes: Department of Housing, early childhood nurse, supported playgroups, speech pathology, Playtime once a fortnight. Also the Centre can be a venue for groups, recreational and holiday activities.

Co-ordinator: Janelle Risby

Muswellbrook Out of School Hours Care - MOOSH

Bowman Park Community Centre, Skellatar St.
P.O. Box 231, Muswellbrook NSW 2333
Phone/ Fax: 6541 3205
Email: oosh@uhcs.org.au
For children aged 5 - 12. Before and after school care 6.30am - 6.00pm, Vacation care 7am - 6pm.

Co-ordinator: Sharon Pittman

Toy Box Childrens mobile outreach service

Bowman Park Community Centre, Skella
P.O. Box 231, Muswellbrook NSW 2333
Phone/ Fax: 6543 4877
Email: toybox@uhcs.org.au
Mobile outreach service providing structured playgroups for rural/ remote communities.

Co-ordinator: Darrell Bogaard

The following services are co-located in the QE 11 Community Centre.

Appointments can be made by contacting the following phone numbers:
InterrelatePhone: 1300 736 966
Financial CounsellorPhone: 02 4932 9777
Gambling CounsellorPhone: 02 4990 4507
Singleton Community CollegePhone: 02 6572 4029
Family Relationship CentrePhone: 02 4990 4507