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Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services

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Showing 1–10 of 27 news articles.

A chance to thank ‘oarsome’ volunteers Posted: Tuesday 14 May 2013
Volunteer and former Olympian Simon Newcomb and his team of volunteers at the Centenary Rowing Club are one group to thank this week during National Volunteer Week.
Queenslanders recognised for their generosity Posted: Monday 6 May 2013
The Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services recently received a Bravehearts ThankShoe Award in recognition of its support towards helping vulnerable and abused children.
Cairns house marks fresh start for people with a disability Posted: Monday 29 April 2013
Three people with a disability will enjoy new opportunities for independence thanks to a state-of-the-art, purpose-built house opening in Cairns.
'Make the Call' on domestic and family violence prevention Posted: Monday 22 April 2013
A new campaign addressing the devastating effects of domestic and family violence will urge friends, family members, colleagues and neighbours to make the call if they sense someone needs help.
Domestic and family violence support available to Queensland families 24/7 Posted: Thursday 28 March 2013
The DVConnect helpline is available 24/7 offering confidential advice, crisis intervention, support, telephone counselling and access to emergency refuge to people experiencing domestic and family violence.
Do you have room for a foster child? Posted: Thursday 14 March 2013
Queenslanders are being asked to consider whether they have room in their homes and hearts to care for children and young people in need.
Staff members receive national emergency medals Posted: Thursday 7 March 2013
Two departmental staffers have received national emergency medals in recognition of their community recovery work in far north Queensland.
Celebrate your local foster and kinship carers Posted: Friday 1 March 2013
Foster and Kinship Carer Week, from 3 to 9 March, is the time to recognise the people in your community who open their hearts and homes to Queensland’s vulnerable children and young people.
Build connections this International Women’s Day Posted: Thursday 28 February 2013
On March 8, Queensland women are encouraged to attend a local event and ‘build connections’ with women in their community as part of International Women’s Day celebrations.
Connecting parents of children with a disability to support Posted: Monday 18 February 2013
A new program to link parents of babies and children with a disability to support services is rolling out across Queensland.