WHAT WE SEE

WHAT WE SEE

Click on one of the options below to uncover the hidden signs of poverty

Click on one of the options
below to uncover the hidden
signs of poverty

Empty Lunch Box

THE EMPTY
LUNCH BOX
Missed Days of School

THE MISSED DAYS
AT SCHOOL
The sleepovers in the car

THE SLEEPOVERS
IN THE CAR
Empty Lunch Box

THE EMPTY
LUNCH BOX
Missed Days of School

THE MISSED DAYS
OF SCHOOL
The Sleepovers in the car

THE SLEEPOVERS
IN THE CAR

WE SEE BEYOND THE STRUGGLE

Our caseworkers see the signs of poverty when others don’t. We also see the potential of every child. Our support puts them on the path of realising that potential.

Caseworker Jo

“

You see it in the way parents carry themselves. Like they have the weight of the world on their shoulders. They can’t see a way out.
That stress impacts how children behave.

We make sure the child’s voice is heard and support the parents with whatever they are facing so that they can meet their children’s needs. All those missed meals, school days and other moments can really add up.

When you support a family to overcome their challenges, you can really see the confidence, the smiles and the potential.”

Jo, Caseworker

WE SEE BEYOND
THE STRUGGLE

Our caseworkers see the signs of
poverty when others don’t.
We also see the potential of every child.
Our support puts them on the path of realising that potential.

Caseworker Jo

“

You see it in the way parents carry themselves. Like they have the weight of the world on their shoulders.
They can’t see a way out. That stress impacts how children behave.

We make sure the child’s voice is heard and support the parents with whatever they are facing so that they can meet their children’s needs. All those missed meals, school days and other moments can really add up.

When you support a family to
overcome their challenges, you can really see the confidence, the smiles and the potential.”

Jo Lancaster, Caseworker

WHAT WE SEE

Parents who could not afford to provide a nutritious packed lunch
because of financial burdens like overdue bills.

They are already working two or three jobs and trying to make ends meet.

Parents who could not afford to provide a nutritious packed lunch because of financial burdens like overdue bills.

They are already working two or three jobs and trying to make ends meet.

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We see beyond the empty lunchbox and recognise that many Australian families are forced to choose whether to pay rent or put food on the table. We help families break the cycle of debt so that they don’t have to make impossible choices.  

paying bills

Support with
paying bills

Budgeting

Budgeting or negotiating
big expenses such as medical bills

Providing household essentials

We walk the journey with families so that children can have the security of knowing
there will be a nutritious lunch everyday.  

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We see beyond the empty lunchbox and recognise that many Australian families are forced to choose whether to pay rent or put food on the table.
We help families break the cycle of debt so that they don’t have to make impossible choices.


Support with paying bills
♡
Budgeting or negotiating big expenses such as medical bills
♡
Providing household essentials

We walk the journey with families so that children can have the security of knowing there will be a nutritious lunch everyday.

You can help too! A simple gift today can help towards utility bills for a family.

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WHAT WE SEE

Due to rising rental costs, a child and their family were forced to move into an
overcrowded house with extended family.

Now they are 30 minutes away from school and struggle to get there
without access to transportation.

Due to rising rental costs, a child and their family were forced to move into an overcrowded house with extended family.

Now they are 30 minutes away from school and struggle to get there without access to transportation.

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We see beyond the missed days of school and understand that when poverty keeps
a child from attending school, it can have lasting impacts on their self-confidence,
well-being, and future opportunities.   

safe accommodation

Help with transitional accommodation

Homework clubs

Homework clubs to support children with learning and school engagement

Community support

Links to other community support services

Our Caseworkers support children to have safe and stable homes, where they
can stay connected to their community and their education. 

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We see beyond the missed days of school and understand that when poverty keeps a child from attending school, it can have lasting impacts on their self-confidence, well-being, and future opportunities.


Help with transitional accommodation
♡
Homework clubs to support children with learning and school engagement
♡
Links to other community support services

Our Caseworkers support children to have safe and stable homes, where they can stay connected to their community and their education.

You can help too! A simple gift today can provide safe housing for a child tomorrow. 

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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

Counselling icon

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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