This chapter outlines Australia’s powerful government and it’s interest in in providing integrated services. The chapter goes in depth discussing two specific nonprofit organizations that are known for providing integrated services in Australia. Through these services, professionals from different fields are able to work together and help families who are struggling, and in need of support. These services help build a partnership between the government, families and practitioners. They also build a sense of trust between families and their surrounding communities. Further, integrated services take into account the importance of family and community involvement on the child’s development process. In order to improve child and …show more content…
integrated services. This organization was also known as The Lady Gowrie Child Centre, and was established in 1940 by the Australian government. The organization is well known for providing integrated services, and resources to families and the education field. Further, it provides families with full day programs where they can be provided with care, and gain knowledge on early childhood education. The program also serves families by providing them with Early intervention and parenting support programs. Lastly, it provides families with a specialist resources center where they can be provided with help for their specific needs. organizations have spent a lot of effort working towards integration. Through this process they have changed and altered their services so that they can support families facing challenges in parenting. Further, they have emphasized the importance of critical engagement, which is done through reflection, and action within the community, policy environment, and organization. Lastly, it is important to be aware that all of these previous factors are the reasons why both organizations have been extremely successful and have been well known for their reputation until