With the introduction of the Victorian Children Youth and Families Act 2005 (CYFA), pathways to service for vulnerable families in Victoria were strengthened to include the option of central and accessible intake points to Family Services (Child FIRST) and to ensure prioritisation of service based on greatest need (Child FIRST - stage 1 commenced in 2007).

On 7th July 2011, VACCA presented the Protecting Victorian Vulnerable Children's Inquiry Panel with a proposal about Aboriginal Child FIRST in the North & West Region. VACCA is proposing to deliver Child FIRST services to Aboriginal families across the North & West Metropolitan Region. Governance, service standards and accountability, operating procedures and partnerships with other Child FIRST organisations will be consistent with mainstream organisations operating Child FIRST services.

VACCA Child FIRST will co locate with the Early Intervention and Family Services Team (EI&FS), located at 139 Nicholson Street, East Brunswick, Vic 3057.

For further information contact Kerry Crawford, Executive Manager, EI&FS, VACCA on 03 83881855 or by email kerryc@vacca.org

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