❓ Hon. Alison Xamon inquires about the Family Support Network, specifically regarding referral processes, usage statistics, and awareness campaigns. The Minister's response clarifies access, provides initial usage data, and outlines promotional methods.
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I refer to page 701 of the 2012-13 Budget papers regarding the Family Support Network, and I ask —
(1) Do families need a referral in order to access this service?
(2) Are families able to access this service without a referral?
(3) How many families accessed the service in —
(a) 2011; and
(b) 2012, to date?
(4) How are families made aware of the availability of this service?
(1) Do families need a referral in order to access this service?
(2) Are families able to access this service without a referral?
(3) How many families accessed the service in —
(a) 2011; and
(b) 2012, to date?
(4) How are families made aware of the availability of this service?
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Answered
11 September 2012
Responded by
Minister for Child Protection
Response time
77 days
(1) No
(2) Yes, families can self refer to the Family Support Network
(3) (a) None. The Family Support Network did not commence operation until
April 2012.
(b)
108 families have accessed the Family Support Network since April 2012.
(4) The availability of the Family Support Network is promoted by the Lead Agency, Parkerville Children and Youth Care, and its alliance partners, through the Parkerville website, distribution of brochures, forums with local community service providers, and regular meetings with local schools.
The Department for Child Protection also promotes the availability of this service through its Armadale district office.
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(2) Yes, families can self refer to the Family Support Network
(3) (a) None. The Family Support Network did not commence operation until
April 2012.
(b)
108 families have accessed the Family Support Network since April 2012.
(4) The availability of the Family Support Network is promoted by the Lead Agency, Parkerville Children and Youth Care, and its alliance partners, through the Parkerville website, distribution of brochures, forums with local community service providers, and regular meetings with local schools.
The Department for Child Protection also promotes the availability of this service through its Armadale district office.
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