MacKillop Family Services
MacKillop Family Services is one of the largest providers of specialist support services to vulnerable and disadvantaged children, young people and their families in south-eastern Australia.
MacKillop exists to help children and young people at risk by giving them support, security and stability. Each young person is protected, nurtured and given the chance to build a bright future through our programs which include:
- Home-Based and Residential Care
- Disability Services
- Refugee Services
- Youth Support
- Education and Training
- Family Support
- Heritage and Information Services
Over 150 years ago the Sisters of Mercy, the Christian Brothers and the Sisters of St Joseph commenced their work in Victoria and established homes for children who were orphaned, destitute or neglected and for mothers who were in need of care and support. Throughout the years, the original model of institutional care evolved into different support services. In 1997, MacKillop was formed as a re-founding of the earlier works providing a range of integrated services to children, young people and their families. This rich history has shaped our vision: To Promote Justice and Foster Hope.
MACKILLOP IS PROUD TO PRESENT “CHILDHOOD PARTNERS”
Every day over 126* children in Australia are abused and neglected but you have the chance to provide the committed care that can help these children learn to trust again.
Click here to become a MacKillop Childhood Partner today, and help give these children their best hope for a new life.
*National Child protection Clearhouse Resource Sheet: Written by the Australia Government, Australian Institute of Family Studies.