Children and Families Programs

MOCS works with families to enhance their confidence and skills as caregivers. We support the strengthening of family connections so that children thrive and feel a sense of belonging.

Current & Upcoming Programs

Description

Supported Playgroups: an opportunity to play, learn and connect.

We provide a structured and positive learning environment for children and carers. Our aim to support you to meet other parents/carers and children, and together, increase skills, confidence and a sense of belonging. We provide fun and creative opportunities to learn through play and connection.

Duration

Three days a week during the school term.

Description

New Intake October 19!
Come & learn from your peers & experienced workers.

Having or caring for a child for the first time can be isolating and overwhelming, as well as wonderful and amazing. We aim to provide an opportunity for you to meet others who are also new at this and to be supported by an experienced worker who gives you relevant information and referrals.

Duration

Fortnightly on Wednesdays

Description

Yarn, play and connect. Supported playgroup for Koori kids.

This is a collaborative initiative that support local First Nation families across the Blue Mountains.

Duration

Every week on Mondays

Description

Being young is no barrier to being a great parent

Duration

Every week on Fridays

Description

Kids and families having fun connecting to community.

Description

MOCS is running a free simple first aid for babies and toddlers with Pulse First Aid Training on Wednesday 19th June. Please RSVP for a position.

Past Programs

Description

No child comes with a guidebook. Parenting courses can help.

Parenting can be one of the most rewarding and biggest challenges we face as a community.  MOCS offers courses and workshops that can support parenting and caring for children.  

Description

Dog safety training workshop for parents and children.

Description

A new weekly group for young parents based in Lithgow.

Duration

Every week on Wednesdays