Connected Families Intensive Family Support

Where positive change begins.

Mercy Community’s Connected Families Intensive Family Support Program is designed to empower families with children and/or young people up to 18 years of age on their journey toward positive change. Our mission is to work collaboratively with you, offering support and guidance to manage and improve various aspects of your family life.

Explore our individual and family support programs today. Families can self-refer or be referred by others with the consent of the family (certain state government services can refer without consent).

Supporting Your Family

We are dedicated to assisting your family in managing and improving various aspects, including:

Family Relationships & Communication

Navigate challenges and enhance communication within your family.

Children’s Behaviour

Work with us to address and improve your child’s behaviour.

Teenage Issues

Support for your teenager in dealing with the challenges they face.

Health & Wellbeing

Prioritise and improve the health and wellbeing of family members.

Household Routines & Maintenance

Establish and maintain effective household routines.

Family Budgeting

Receive guidance on effective family budgeting practices.

Key Services

Tailored Interventions: Our experienced team provides personalised interventions to address the unique needs of your family.
Community Engagement Programs: Join inclusive community activities that promote connection and wellbeing.
Development Programs: Explore opportunities for personal and collective growth through our community development initiatives.

Why Choose Connected Families

Holistic Approach:
We take a holistic approach, addressing physical, emotional and social aspects to foster overall family wellbeing.

Experienced Professionals:
Benefit from the expertise of our compassionate professionals committed to making a positive impact.

Positive Change:
The Connected Families program aims to guide your family toward positive change and resilience.

Navigating Support Services

We guide you through the support services available, helping you ‘navigate the system’ and access the resources you need.

Building Social Connections

Enhance your family’s social connections and links with community resources, equipping you to face future family challenges with resilience.

Eligibility for Support

Our program supports families with children ranging from unborn infants to 18 years of age, experiencing multiple and/or complex needs, and would benefit from intensive and specialist services, you qualify.

Additionally, if lack of support could potentially involve a child in the child protection system, you are eligible for our assistance.

Where can I access the Connected Families Program?

Connect with Mercy Community to explore how our Connected Families Program can make a difference in your family’s life.

Toowoomba, Greater Darling Downs and Southern Downs

Areas surrounding Toowoomba, Warwick, Stanthorpe, Dalby, as well as Withcott below the Toowoomba range.

Greater Ipswich

Areas surrounding Goodna and Ipswich, Esk in the Somerset Region and Gatton in the Lockyer Valley.

Access the online Queensland Child Protection Guide (CPG) to determine whether Connected Families is the right program for you.