Gateway Health – Child Health Intervention and Parent Support (CHIPS)

This state funded program (until March 2021) is a child centred, family focused early intervention service offered through Gateway Health in Wangaratta, Wodonga, Alpine and Mansfield.

Anticipated Wait Times: 1-5 days max.
Costs: No Costs associated
Targeted Cohorts Included: Family Focused Service, children, carers & guardians

Service Type

Tier 3: Mild Intensity Services

Tier 4: Community Support Service

Services provided through this program include

General Community Services
Parent education and support for families impacted by Bushfires
General mental health counselling services
Bushfire specific mental health counselling services

Eligibility

Children 0 – 12 years who show signs of impact from Bushfires (requiring support with social, emotional or behavioural challenges)
Parents, carer’s, guardians wanting support/education around parenting a child who is impacted by Bushfires
Children must have a parent or significant other willing to be involved and provide consent

How do I refer?

For any enquiries regarding eligibility prior to referral, contact 02 6022 8888 or email intake.chips@gatewayhealth.org.au

You can also visit this website.