This WA parliamentary question seeks information on the Department of Housing's involvement with the Department of Child Protection under the 'Stronger Families' program, specifically regarding the number of cases and meeting frequency. The answer confirms engagement and provides data on case numbers and meeting schedules.

AnsweredQoN 5003Legislative Assembly
Asked
16 February 2016
Portfolio
Housing

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Is the Department of Housing engaging with the Department of Child Protection as part of the ‘Stronger Families’ program, and if so: (a) how many cases is the Department of Housing engaged with; and (b) on average, how regularly is the Department of Housing meeting with clients and the Department of Child Protection under the ‘Stronger Families Program’?

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Answered
16 March 2016
Responded by
Minister representing the Minister for Housing
Response time
29 days
The Housing Authority advises:
Yes.
(a)   147 active cases.
(b)   Strong Families meetings with clients are facilitated on an as needs basis, local Strong Family Working Group meetings occur on a regular basis as required, Regional Management Group/Local Management Group meetings occur bi-monthly in most districts, and the Child Safety Directors Group meets every six weeks.

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