Family Violence

Circle of heArts is a therapeutic arts group for women who have experienced family violence and would like to explore their journey through using the creative arts process.

8-week group No prior arts experience needed. All materials provided

Come along for our 8-week program of fun and creative activities. Fun Buddies is a group which provides positive and fun play experiences for families with young children aged between 18 months & 3 years old who have experienced family violence.

We understand that family violence can make parenting challenging at times. We will work alongside you to help you to bond with your child and better understand their behaviour through creative and play based activities.

This program is a gentle, supportive space for women who have experienced family violence. Together, we’ll explore healing, rediscovery, and connection.

What to expect:
• Understanding the nature of family violence, including its various forms and the cycle it often follows.
• Exploring the emotional and developmental impacts of family violence on individuals and children.
• Building tools to manage trauma and triggers, supporting emotional regulation and safety.
• Rediscovering identity and personal strengths, fostering a renewed sense of self.
• Encouraging wellbeing and self-care, with a focus on nurturing internal safety and resilience.
• Developing effective communication strategies, to support healthy expression and boundary-setting.
• Creating opportunities for community connection, reducing isolation and building supportive networks.
• Exploring trust and future relationships, with an emphasis on safety, respect, and emotional readiness.

Beyond The Violence helps families establish safety, rebuild relationships and move forward with their lives after violence. This 8 week program is for non-offending parents and their children who have experienced family violence. The program is conducted with two groups running simultaneously – one for parents and one for children. Both groups offer parents and children the opportunity to share and learn ways to cope with particular behaviours in age appropriate ways to encourage engagement.

PARENTS BUILDING SOLUTIONS
THIS IS A PROGRAM FOR PARENTS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED FAMILY VIOLENCE

Cranbourne Communities for Children Initiative is funded by the Australian Government

Would you like to:

• Re-establish trust in your family
• Improve your relationship with your children
• Improve communication in your family
• Explore strategies for responding to big feelings
• Help your children understand rules and establish boundaries
• Explore strategies to respond to other parenting challenges
  

The program will be co-designed with participating parents, based upon their parenting goals.

The program is open to parents of all genders.

DID YOU KNOW: You can take time off work to attend under the new Family Violence leave entitlements?

DATES: 6 Online sessions (Thursdays) 30th July – 3rd September, 2026

Limited spaces available. Preference will be given to parents or carers residing in Clyde, Clyde North, Botanic Ridge and Cranbourne, but all interested parents are invited to enquire.