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New and Improved Karitane Website Launching Soon
For Parents
To the new parents of today and tomorrow, this isn’t always going to be easy. But it’s worth it.
You're not always going to know what to do, but together we will.
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Parent Testimonials
How we help parents
Sometimes you’ll feel like you know what you’re doing. Other times you won’t. But you don’t have to learn it all on your own. We’re here for you, to work with you. Our team of health professionals will listen to your unique experiences to understand your family’s needs, and work with you as a guide through this new chapter of your life. We offer both face-to-face and virtual services, parents you can self-refer on-line here.
For our COVID-19 update see here.
In-Centre Care
Parenting centres, residential stay, mental health services, toddler clinic, kids behaviour clinic
Virtual Services
Virtual home visits, virtual residential service, I-PCIT, toddler behaviour virtual support, mental health virtual support, parenting workshop webinars, virtual breastfeeding clinic
Community Programs
Linking families, circle of security, tuning into kids, talking realities & more
Latest news
Karitane's Centenary Celebrated on Sky News
07 April 2023
Karitane CEO, Grainne O'Loughlin, joined Karitane Ambassaor Laura Jayes on the SkyNews AM Agenda to discuss our 100 year anniversary!
Mother's Day High Tea
05 April 2023
Celebrate your Mum! Karitane and Holman Barnes Group are excited to present our free Mother's Day High Tea.
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Reconciliation Action Plan
16 March 2023
We are pleased to officially release our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), developed in consultation with Reconciliation Australia.
Karitane Connecting to Country
02 March 2023
Watch this heart-warming video showcasing our Volunteer Family Connect program in Taree.
Karitane Centenary BBQ
19 February 2023
You're invited to join us in celebrating Karitane's 100-year anniversary by attending our Centenary BBQ!
Christmas Closures 2022
12 December 2022
The Karitane team wishes you and your family a happy & peaceful Christmas and a fulfilling 2023.
Annual Report 2022
18 November 2022
We are proud to share our Annual Report 2021/2022 with you, showcasing our highlights and achievements this year.
Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week 2022!
02 August 2022
This week as we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week - a global campaign which aims to highlight the huge benefits of breastfeeding, raising awareness and support to improve the health of babies and mothers.
For professionals
For almost 100 years, Karitane has dedicated itself to providing parents with the partner they need, and the one you can trust. We offer professional development and training on parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT), family partnership and specialised workshops on sleep and settling, toddlers, brain development and more.
For parenting tips, strategies and support
Supporting parents at work
The struggle of the juggle is real. We provide practical parenting support in the workplace to help organisations support their people balancing parenting and career.
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