Aunties and Uncles

Wesley Mission's Aunties & Uncles helps to build a better life for children. This is achieved through an early intervention mentoring program based on an extended family model of 'aunts and uncles' who provide mentoring and guidance in a stable family environment. Qualified staff assess volunteers and evaluate the needs of children to link them together.

Spending time with each other for one weekend a month, Aunties and Uncles:

Provide the opportunity for children to experience the stability and benefits of an extended family
Support the role of the parent/s of the child
Provide the opportunity for volunteers to make a positive contribution to a child’s life

Find out more about becoming a mentor here.

Caring for children

Children up to 12 years of age can be referred to the program by social welfare agencies, counsellors or parents themselves. Pending exceptional circumstances, children must be old enough to talk and be out of nappies.

There may be challenging circumstances at home which affect how much direct, one-on-one attention you are able to give your child, such as a family member with a physical or mental illness, chronic illness or a drug and alcohol addiction, or domestic violence
You may be a single parent.
You may lack an extended network of supportive family or friends as role models and mentors for your children.

Recognising need and reaching out for support is a sign of strength and good parenting. It can assist you in giving your child the best possible foundation for life.

If you think your child could benefit from spending one weekend a month with another individual or family who have volunteered to "help build a better life for children", then Wesley Mission would love to help you on this journey.

Find out more about mentoring for your child here.

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