Child and Family Service - South Canterbury

Philosophy and values
·   All children should have the opportunity to develop to their full potential
·   Children with disabilities and their family/whanau are entitled to the same rights as other     children or families
·   Children should be supported to access the same experiences as their peers in the same     environments as other children their age

We Are Committed To:
·   Providing a quality service
·   Working with other service providers
·   Maintaining professional standards

Our Work Is Based On:
·   Families/Whanau setting their own goals
·   Children being fully included in their family's life and Early Childhood or Education Centre
·   Respectful relationships with children, families/whanau and each other

Who is on the team?
Parents/Caregivers/Whanau
·   Occupational therapy
·   Physiotherapy
·   Speech Language Therapist
·   Community Support Coordinators
·   Home To Home Coordinator
·   Education Psychologist
·   Early Childhood centre Staff

To receive this service from CCS Disability Action you child will need to have;
Significant developmental needs in three or more of these areas that impact on their ability to live an ordinary life and enjoy typical experiences. The child would have a diagnosed or yet to be diagnosed disability or medical condition.

These needs include:
·   Physical
·   Social
·   Understanding/Thinking/Cognitive
·   Movement
·   Play
·   Sensory Impairment
·   Communication
·   Self care

How can I be referred?

·   Anyone can refer a child to the South Canterbury Child and Family Service, with parents     consent
·   Referrals are not accepted without signed parental consent
·   Referral forms can be obtained via email: julie.fosbender@ccsdisabilityaction.org.nz

For more information please contact:
CCS South Canterbury, 26 North Street, Timaru
PO Box 585, Timaru
Phone: (03) 684-7151
Fax: (03) 684-6355
Email: admin.southcanterbury@ccsdisabilityaction.org.nz