No judgement, just support

We know the system can be complex; that’s where we step in.
At PCA Families, we listen and advocate, helping you navigate the care system.
If we cannot provide what you need directly, we will connect you with someone who can.

Annual reports

To learn more about PCA Families, browse our most recent annual reports below.

Membership benefits

PCA Families are the go to organisation for the community, we deliver individual support and peer support services to permanent care, kinship care and adoptive families, informed by lived experience and research.

Advocacy

Helping Families voices to be heard by those making decisions for children.

Flexible Funding 
for families

PCA Families distributes government funding to eligible families to help meet the needs of a child in their care.

Peer & Individual Support

A support network for parents, carers, siblings, extended families and the professionals who support them.

Carer Assistance Programs

Families seeking parenting assistance around their young persons’ and family’s needs 

Help line

PCA Families Helpline is a free, independent and confidential service, offering short term support.

Governance documents

Why become a member of PCA Families?
Join PCA Families to access services, training, and events. Members get trauma-informed support, information, advocacy, and training. We offer practical advice and referrals, all backed by research and lived experience.
Become a Member for free

How can we help?

Phone
(03) 9020 1833

Our office hours are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm, excluding public holidays.