Maitland Family Support

Maitland Family Support Maitland Family Support Inc is an early intervention not-for-profit community organisation that has supported families in the Maitland LGA since 1982.

Parenting can be challenging at times and we offer families extra support to improve wellbeing. Maitland Family Support Inc is an early intervention not-for-profit community organisation that has supported families in the Maitland LGA and the suburbs of Beresfield and Tarro since 1982. We recognise that parenting and caring can be challenging at times and that families may want extra support. We w

ork with families who are expecting a baby or already have children to improve their circumstances and capacity to parent through engagement in parenting programs, playgroups, social groups, home and centre-based visits, advocacy, case management, and information and referrals. Maitland Family Support staff remain up-to-date with best practice parenting and caring topics so they can assist your family with issues that are relevant for you such as:
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🩷Confident and safe parenting
�Feeling isolated and lacking support
�Bonding and attachment strategies
�Developing routines
🩵Supporting your child’s physical and mental wellbeing
�Healthy parenting after family violence
�and many more

Services are free unless clearly stated.
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For more information about what we offer, please visit www.mfss.com.au or contact us on 4914 0444.

It might be chilly outside, but it's warm, welcoming and full of fun at Tiny Tykes Supported Playgroup! ❄️➡️☀️✨📚This wee...
10/06/2026

It might be chilly outside, but it's warm, welcoming and full of fun at Tiny Tykes Supported Playgroup! ❄️➡️☀️

✨📚This week's theme is Magical Story Adventures as we dive into the wonderful world of books, imagination and storytelling. Little ones can enjoy story-inspired activities, creative play and plenty of opportunities to spark their love of reading.✨📚

For parents and carers, our Smalltalk topic is "Reading Together" 📖💛. We'll explore how sharing stories with children supports language development, learning, connection and a lifelong love of books.

Come in from the cold and join us for a morning of stories, play, connection and community. We'd love to see you there!

This Thursday on International Day of Play 🎉 we're joining to launch Maitland Toy Libraries and our Importance of Play...
09/06/2026

This Thursday on International Day of Play 🎉 we're joining to launch Maitland Toy Libraries and our Importance of Play parent sessions partnership!
Play is so much more than keeping children busy — it helps build:
🧠 brain development
💬 communication skills
😊 emotional regulation
🤝 social connection
✨ creativity and confidence
Toy Libraries also make quality play experiences affordable and accessible for families, and we can’t wait to celebrate with our community.
Find out more at https://www.maitlandlibrary.com.au/whats-on/toy-library

09/06/2026
We’re excited to be at the Woodberry BBQ this week 🌭Come and say hello to the MFS team, learn more about our programs, c...
08/06/2026

We’re excited to be at the Woodberry BBQ this week 🌭
Come and say hello to the MFS team, learn more about our programs, connect with local supports available for families and enjoy a yummy free BBQ!
We love opportunities to get out into the community, build relationships and make support feel welcoming with our friends Woodberry Place of Friends Rutherford Telarah Rotary - Maitland Hume Community Housing Woodberry Community Preschool .

Public Holiday Reminder 📣Maitland Family Support will be closed on Monday 8 June for the public holiday.For this Monday ...
07/06/2026

Public Holiday Reminder 📣
Maitland Family Support will be closed on Monday 8 June for the public holiday.
For this Monday there will be no groups:
❌ No Circles of Security
❌ No Reclaiming My Place
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful long weekend💚

Happy World Environment Day 🌿Our Team Tip is that children don’t need expensive toys to learn and grow!! Nature is one ...
05/06/2026

Happy World Environment Day 🌿
Our Team Tip is that children don’t need expensive toys to learn and grow!! Nature is one of the best play spaces there is. Simple outdoor activities like:
🍂 collecting leaves
🌧 jumping in puddles
🪵 building stick cubbies
🐞 spotting bugs
help children build creativity, resilience, sensory skills and confidence.
Nature play also helps children learn to care for the environment from an early age.
With all the wet weather around, gumboots, raincoats and muddy adventures can still create wonderful family memories.

Time to start planning the next school holidays (yep, comes around quick!) These holidays join us as we head to Murrook ...
04/06/2026

Time to start planning the next school holidays (yep, comes around quick!)
These holidays join us as we head to Murrook Culture Centre on 16 July 🌿A day to explore their beautiful surrounds, connect with culture, storytelling, learning and community.
This free opportunity includes transport, lunch and cultural activities, thanks to NIAA 2026 funding. Get your tickets at https://www.stickytickets.com.au/UXKZPD

9:00 AM Thu 16 Jul at Murrook Cultural Centre, Williamtown, NSW. TERMS AND CONDITIONS BELOW Maitland Family Support Inc are proud to offer this special opportunity for local indigenous families to celebrate NAIDOC 2026 with a visit to Murrook Cultural Centre on Jul...

🌿🪣 Tiny Tykes Supported Playgroup is on this Thursday! 🪣🌿This week we’re becoming Nature Explorers with lots of sensory ...
03/06/2026

🌿🪣 Tiny Tykes Supported Playgroup is on this Thursday! 🪣🌿

This week we’re becoming Nature Explorers with lots of sensory fun and sand play for our little adventurers! Come along as we dig, discover, create and explore the wonders of nature through play 🍃☀️

Our parent Smalltalk topic this week is ✨ Teachable Moments ✨
We’ll be chatting about the everyday opportunities to support children’s learning, communication and development through simple moments at home and in play.

We’d love to see you join us for connection, play and support 💛

This week we recognise National Reconciliation Week and the importance of learning, listening and walking together. Post...
28/05/2026

This week we recognise National Reconciliation Week and the importance of learning, listening and walking together.
Postponed to 4 June we will join with Hume Community Housing in community connection and shared respect..... how simply beautiful is this image from last year! 🖤 ❤️ 💛

Address

11/13 Lawson Avenue
Woodberry, NSW
2322

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+6149140444

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