Children, Youth and Family Services
Our Children, Youth & Family Programs provide tailored support to young people aged 8 to 25 and their families, helping them navigate conflict, strengthen relationships, and build a more stable future. We offer a range of services designed to address different challenges, from early intervention to circuit breaker accommodation.
Our Programs
Our programs focus on preservation, reunification, and reconciliation, ensuring young people feel safe, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Safe and Connected Youth Program
The Safe & Connected Youth Program works with children aged 8 to 15 years and their families to improve parent-child relationships and family functioning to reduce the risk of homelessness. The S&CY Program values preservation, reunification, and restoration.
Family Connections Program
A collaborative program between CRS and Multicultural Hub (mHub), with a focus on providing inclusive support to young people aged 15 to 24 years and their families in addressing family conflicts, enhancing well-being, and reducing the risk of youth homelessness.
Family Support Program
The Family Support Program supports young people aged 8 to 25 years and their families when a young person is experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless due to family conflict.
Restorative Family Therapy Program
The program works with young people, aged 15- 24, who are living in crisis, transitional accommodation and longer-term housing, to rebuild and improve young people’s relationships with their families.
Sustaining Families Program
The Sustaining Families program provides a contemporary, evidence-informed, integrated program for children aged 0-17 years at risk of entry to Out of Home Care and in Out of Home Care, using practice elements known to be effective in Intensive Family Support, Preservation and Restoration.
Get Support
Accessing our services is easy and confidential. If you or someone you know is experiencing family conflict or at risk of homelessness, complete a referral or self-referral form below. Our team is here to provide the support and guidance needed to preserve family connections, rebuild and strengthen relationships, and restore harmony by reducing conflict.
Our Referral Process
At CRS, we strive to make accessing our services as simple and straightforward as possible. In this video, Melissa Haley, CEO of CRS, provides a clear overview of our referral process.
Whether you’re a client, a community partner, or a professional looking to refer someone to our programs, this guide will help you understand how to connect individuals and families with the support they need.
Learn about the steps involved, eligibility criteria, and how our team works collaboratively to ensure timely and effective assistance. Watch the video to explore how CRS helps create positive change through seamless referrals and impactful programs.