Cafs is a community services organisation that provides a range of programs and services to children, young people and families who are vulnerable or in need of support.  
We provide support to: 

- Children and Young People
- Families
- Men
- Communities

Our goal is to give every individual the optimal opportunity to live in a safe and nurturing family.

We are governed by a Board drawn from the communities in which we serve and deliver a range of programs to support children, young people and families. These programs and services range from family counselling to homelessness assistance, men’s behavioural change programs and foster care.

With more than 200 staff and volunteers in offices in Ballarat, Ararat, Bacchus Marsh and Daylesford, Cafs provides help and support to more than 6,000 individuals and families each year across the Victorian Central Highlands.

Cafs has a long history supporting families, dating back to 1865 with the Ballarat Orphanage and Ballarat Children’s Home. Although our programs and services have changed and expanded significantly since these early days, we are just as committed and passionate to helping children and families in need.

The Cafs key service areas are divided into the following:
- Family and Early Childhood Services
- Out of Home Care and Support Services
- Homelessness Assistance and Community Services
- Family Violence Intervention and Family Support Programs

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This department focuses on providing support and care for the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of children and youth.

Child Wellbeing Services

This department provides support and coordination for executive functions and management accounting.

Administrative Services

This department manages administrative tasks and support functions.

Administration

This department focuses on facilitating programs aimed at promoting positive behavioural changes in men's health and wellbeing.

Behaviour Change Services

This department oversees organizational governance and strategic direction through its board of members.

Board Governance

This department manages the recruitment and support of care professionals and oversees home-based care services.

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Teams

Child Wellbeing Services

Administrative Services

Administration

Behaviour Change Services

Board Governance

Care Operations

Offices

Cafs

Org chart

Teams

Child Wellbeing Services

Administrative Services

Administration

Behaviour Change Services

Board Governance

Care Operations

Offices

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