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Reconnect

Reconnect

Uniting Country SA's Reconnect program provides an early intervention service to youth at risk of, or experiencing homelessness and their families. The Reconnect program provides support and intervention to the target group to improve linkages with family, employment, education, training and the community. Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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Youth Service Copper Coast

Youth Service Copper Coast

Uniting Country SA's Youth Service Copper Coast is an early intervention service targeting youth at risk of, or experiencing disengagement from their family and community within the Copper Coast region. We provide support and intervention to improve engagement with family, employment, education, training and the community. Read more

Published: 28th August, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

Author: Matthew Thomson

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Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters

Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters

HIPPY stands for the Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters. It is a free, voluntary home based early learning and parenting program for families with young children. Hippy encourages parents to be their children’s first educator, engaging families in developing early literacy and numeracy skills. This program is only available in Whyalla and Port Augusta Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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  • Whyalla Services
Strengthening Separated Families

Strengthening Separated Families

Uniting Country SA's Strengthening Separated Families (SSF) program provides support to individuals and families with children and adolescents to navigate their way through various separation circumstances. Support is available through individual case management, counselling and group work to help people focus on the needs of their children during this time and manage separation in a healthy way. Read more

Published: 15th August, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

Author: Matthew Thomson

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  • Port Augusta Services
  • Ceduna Services
  • Kadina Services
  • Coober Pedy Services
  • Port Pirie Services
  • Peterborough Services
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  • Clare Services
  • Whyalla Services
Itchy Emu

Itchy Emu

Uniting Country SA's Itchy Emu program is helping tackle the age old problem of Head Lice. The Itchy Emu program available as a free, non-judgmental treatment and education aimed at giving children, parents and families the information to treat their own hair. Read more

Published: 15th August, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

Author: Matthew Thomson

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Advancing Families and Communities

Advancing Families and Communities

Uniting Country SA's Advancing Families and Communities is a strategic activity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families living in Port Augusta and surrounding areas that focuses on children attending school, improving education outcomes and improving access to further education Supporting families to give their children a good start in life. Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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Communities for Children

Communities for Children

Uniting Country SA's Communities for Children program focus on supporting the health and early development needs of young children from conception to 12 years, supporting parents while building and supporting child-friendly communities. This service is only available in Port Augusta. Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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Service to Aboriginal Youth (STAY)

Service to Aboriginal Youth (STAY)

The Service to Aboriginal Youth (STAY) program assists young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people between the ages 10 and 19 access services and find the guidance they need to achieve their goals and strengthen their cultural and community connections Read more

Published: 13th July, 2020

Updated: 29th December, 2020

Author: Matthew Thomson

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Resilient Families - Children and Parenting Support Services

Resilient Families - Children and Parenting Support Services

Uniting Country SA's Children and Parenting Support Service focuses on early intervention and the provision of resources to improve children’s development and well being. The service supports parents and caregivers to build parenting skills and confidence. Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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  • Peterborough Services
Resilient Families - Targeted Intervention Service

Resilient Families - Targeted Intervention Service

Uniting Country SA's Targeted Intervention Service (TIS) supports families identified as being at risk of having ongoing and more serious child protection concerns without intervention. A Case Work and Case Management service is provided to build parenting capacity, increase community support networks, to develop resilient relationships and to build a safe, supportive environment for children to grow and flourish. Read more

Published: 9th August, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

Author: Matthew Thomson

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  • Port Augusta Services
  • Kadina Services
  • Port Pirie Services
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  • Clare Services
Resilient Families - Strengthening Families

Resilient Families - Strengthening Families

Uniting Country SA's Strengthening Families is an early intervention program that works with families to improve parenting skills, reduce problem behaviours, to develop resilience and to build a safe, supportive environment for children to grow and flourish. The in-home service focuses on supporting parents in their efforts to care for their children Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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  • Port Augusta Services
  • Kadina Services
  • Coober Pedy Services
  • Port Pirie Services
  • Help for my family
  • Test Category
  • Clare Services
  • Peterborough Services
Child Aware Approach

Child Aware Approach

Uniting Country SA's Child Aware Approach is a training program aiming to offer every child the opportunity to flourish and thrive. We aim to always keep children safe. CAA takes this one step further. Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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Children's Contact Service

Children's Contact Service

The Children’s Contact Service (CCS) is a child safe, child focused service which provides a family friendly facility to help children to maintain or develop a positive, meaningful relationship with the parent or family they do not live with. Our facilities are located in Port Augusta and Whyalla Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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  • Port Augusta Services
  • Kadina Services
  • Coober Pedy Services
  • Port Pirie Services
  • Peterborough Services
  • Help for my family
  • Test Category
  • Whyalla Services
  • Whyalla Services
Family and Relationship Services

Family and Relationship Services

Uniting Country SA's Family and Relationship Services is a broad program that aims to support people who may be facing relationship challenges within their family. There is an emphasis on improving lifestyle and wellbeing for families, individuals and children in diverse and meaningful ways, leading to growth and change. Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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  • Port Augusta Services
  • Port Lincoln Services
  • Port Pirie Services
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  • Peterborough Services
National School Chaplaincy Program

National School Chaplaincy Program

Uniting Country SA's National School Chaplaincy Program provides experienced staff to work as part of the school team to plan, develop and deliver student resilience and wellbeing services within a school site. Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 29th December, 2020

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  • Peterborough Services
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  • Port Lincoln Services
  • Port Pirie Services
Community FoodHub

Community FoodHub

Uniting Country SA's Community FoodHub provides community members with access to low cost nutritious food in a bid to improve food security in the region. This service is only available in Port Pirie Read more

Published: 21st March, 2019

Updated: 22nd December, 2020

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Mental Health Support

Mental Health Support

Uniting Country SA's Mental Health Support assists people and communities in regional South Australia living with depression, anxiety and more. Read more

Published: 16th August, 2019

Updated: 22nd December, 2020

Author: Matthew Thomson

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  • Kadina Services
  • Help for myself
  • Help for someone else
  • Help for my family
  • Test Category
  • Clare Services
  • Port Pirie Services
  • Peterborough Services
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    From November 2019 through to February 2020, South Australia experienced a number of devastating bushfires. In this article, we reflect on our role in supporting regional South Australians during this crisis.

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    Uniting Country SA has released its 2019-2020 Annual Report. This years report explores how UCSA rises to the challenges that our industry and our clients have experienced over the past 12 months.

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    Annual Report 2018-2019

    Uniting Country SA is proud to release its 2018-2019 annual report. This years report focuses on Our Impact in providing services to country South Australians.

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    Coronavirus update 2 (COVID-19)

    Uniting Country SA is continuing to provide our usual services during the COVID-19 crisis. If you need assistance call 1300 067 777 or email us at [email protected]  You can also still call in and see us at your local UCSA office.  Physical distancing guidelines will apply.

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    How we provide help

    Uniting Country SA provides services to families, single adults and children, who are experiencing difficulties such as domestic violence, disability and mental health issues, financial distress, homelessness, and family breakdown in country SA.

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    Uniting Country SA is a not-for-profit social services and community organisation operating in country South Australia. We are the local experts, trying to make a difference in your community. With over 100 years of experience servicing regional communities, Uniting Country SA is dedicated to Caring for Country People.

  • 24 by 24 Movement Challenge

    24 by 24 Movement Challenge

    On the 19th of October we are supporting Nick Donnellan's 24 hour movement challenge at the Port Pirie Memorial Oval. Move how you want, when you want, for as long as you want, to raise awareness for mental health.

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    “Housing Ends Homelessness” Community Event

    On 8th August from 11 to 1 at the Kadina Wesley Uniting Church. Join us for a light lunch, talk with local services helping to end homelessness and raise awareness of homelessness in the Yorke Peninsula.

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    Coronavirus Update 3 (COVID-19)

    Uniting Country SA is continuing to provide our usual services during the COVID-19 crisis. If you need assistance call 1300 067 777 or email us at [email protected]  You can also still call in and see us at your local UCSA office.  Physical distancing guidelines will apply. Please remember to wear a mask.

  • Community FoodHub

    Community FoodHub

    Uniting Country SA's Community FoodHub provides community members with access to low cost nutritious food in a bid to improve food security in the region. This service is only available in Port Pirie

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