Day: September 13, 2024

R U Ok Day

Posted on by Barnardos

This R U OK? Day, we remember that a simple conversation can change a life—ask R U OK? any day. At Barnardos, we marked the day with a ‘share a lunch plate’ at our head office. There’s nothing like food to bring people together and sharing a meal allows us all to connect on a more personal level. Prior to lunch, in recognition of the importance of RUOK? Day and this year’s theme “Ask RUOK? Any Day”, we were glad to hear from our Executive Leader for Children & Families Dr Rosa Flaherty. Every day is a good day to ask, “R U OK?” By checking in on those around us, we can make a real difference.

WHAT WE SEE

We see beyond the sleepover in cars and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a parent and their child have nowhere safe to stay and are
currently waiting for refuge accommodation.

We see beyond the sleepover in cars
and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a
parent and their child have nowhere
safe to stay and are currently waiting
for refuge accommodation.

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay. At Barnardos, we work closely with children to identify their unique needs and provide tailored support for each family member.   

Safe accommodation

Support with transitional accommodation

Safety Planning

Providing safety planning
so that families can leave violence for good

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Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood. Our caseworkers recognise the importance of specialist support to help them recover and thrive. 

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and
children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay.
At Barnardos, we work closely with children to identify their unique
needs and provide tailored support
for each family member.   


Support with transitional accommodation
♡
Providing safety planning so that families can leave violence for good
♡
Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood.
Our caseworkers recognise the importance of specialist support to
help them recover and thrive. 

You can help too! A simple gift today can support a child who has experienced
domestic and family violence to recover and heal.

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