Upper Hunter Community Services -
UHCS Programs and Services
Aboriginal Family Worker
Primary focus on assisting parents and families with children aged 0 – 8 years, in a culturally appropriate way to enhance parents’ skills to improve educational, social and health outcomes for their children. Areas covered within the Upper Hunter region: Muswellbrook, Merriwa, Scone, Aberdeen, Denman, Murrurundi and Singleton.
Mental Health Services
These counselling services are co-located in the QE11 Community Centre with UHCS. Please call the relevant phone number to book your appointment.
Toy Box Children's mobile outreach service
Mobile outreach service providing structured playgroups for rural/ remote communities.
Community Capacity Building Project
Working together to build a strong, sustainable community
Upper Hunter Community Services (UHCS) and Muswellbrook Shire Council (MSC) have partnered with BHP Billiton Mt Arthur Coal to build a strong, sustainable and resilient Muswellbrook Shire community.
Muswellbrook Neighbourhood Service
MNS provides information, referral, advocacy and support. MNS provides emergency relief as per service guidelines and policy directives (eg food and electricity vouchers); needle and syringe exchange; and baby capsule and room hire. MNS supports community groups and initiatives. MNS services Muswellbrook local government area: Muswellbrook, Denman, Sandy Hollow, Wybong, Baerami.
Contact:
MNS- Muswellbrook Coordinator Skye Bennett on phone: 026542-3555 or email:
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MNS-Denman Coordinator Vanessa Harshman on phone 026542-3555 or email:
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Upper Hunter Community and Youth Development Project
The Upper Hunter Community and Youth Development Project provides support to youth services and providers in the communities of Singleton, Muswellbrook, Merriwa, Scone, Denman, Aberdeen and Murrurundi.
Hunter Park Family Centre
Key function is to enhance parent's skills and confidence in raising children, to improve children’s health and well-being.
Muswellbrook Out of School Hours Care - MOOSH
For children aged 5 - 12. Before and after school care 6.30am - 6.00pm, Vacation care 7am - 6pm.
You will find the Moosh Enrolment Form and the Parent Handbook is located under Brochures and Forms.
Upper Hunter Family Support Service
Upper Hunter Family Support Service is a voluntary service with a focus on strengthening and supporting families. We support parents and carers with children in their care up to the age of 12 years. Our workers will listen to your needs and provide your family with guidance, encouragement and strategies to make your own decisions.
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