The Northern Centre
⭐ Registrations now OPEN for Term 4 Supported Playgroups and Parenting Programs ⭐
How we help
We support FAMILIES to thrive
We offer counselling, information, advice, case management, referrals, and access to evidence-based parenting programs and supported playgroups-helping families build stronger, healthier relationships.
LGAs of Ryde, Hunters Hill and Ku-ring-gai
We support people who are at risk of HOMELESSNESS
We provide tailored housing support to individuals and families – helping them find and maintain safe, accessible, and sustainable housing.
LGAs of Ryde, Hunters Hill, Lane Cove, North Sydney, Mosman, Willoughby, southern half of Ku-ring-gai and Epping
We empower women and
children to leave DOMESTIC
AND FAMILY VIOLENCE
Our SafeT – Staying Home Leaving Violence program supports women with or without children who have left domestic and family violence to transition away from violence safely, to secure a safe home to rebuild their lives and build their capacity to live their lives free from violence.
LGAs of Ryde, Hunters Hill and Hornsby
We provide additional
support through our wide
range of COLOCATED
PARTNERS
Refer to our website for our colocated partner list at Contact/Our Partners.
Supporting Families at The Northern Centre
Parenting Programs
The Northern Centre offers a range of parenting programs to assist in raising happy, healthy children.
Supported Playgroups
Supported Playgroup provide children with an opportunity to socialise, play and learn in a structured and positive environment as well as participating in age-appropriate learning experiences and activities
Parenting Toolbox
Our monthly newsletter with everything you need to know to raise happy, healthy children.
Latest parenting resources
- March 2026 eNewsletter
Check out our shared articles and parenting news including responding to big emotions, enabling safety through distress, developmental benefits of… Read more: March 2026 eNewsletter - January 2026 eNewsletter
Check out our shared articles and parenting news including information on the Under 16 Social Media ban, building good dental… Read more: January 2026 eNewsletter - September 2025 eNewsletter
Check out our shared articles and parenting news including information on strength based parenting, being a step-parent and a guide… Read more: September 2025 eNewsletter
Make a referral
Do you know someone who needs some assistance?
Or do you want to request support for yourself? The Northern Centre is here to help.
We take self-referrals and also referrals from other professional organisations.
Feedback
What our participants say:
Donate
Every little bit counts… and we’re always extremely appreciative of any donations that we receive.
It helps us make the lives of our clients just that little bit easier.
Get involved
We’d love to hear from you if you’re interested in working with us, hosting a joint event or helping out.