Collaborating with Baagi Milaygiin – “Grandmothers Spirit”

During the height of pandemic restrictions, our ParentsNext team worked closely with local parents who were feeling the strain of supporting their young families during the stresses of lockdown. With the wellbeing of our parents top of mind, a collaboration with local Blak Business Baagi Milaygiin blossomed.

Choices Open Up for Kempsey Mum on ParentsNext

With the help of ParentsNext a Kempsey single mum was able to access guidance, support and financial assistance to enrol in TAFE to learn new skills, overcome travel challenges and access employment options in the region. This is her story of success.

ParentsNext Success for Local Coffs Harbour Mum

ParentsNext Coffs Harbour mum Ebannie is 26 years old and a mother to her 4 year old daughter. With the help of her ParentsNext Mentor she was able to access guidance, support and financial assistance to complete her Nursing Degree. Now Ebannie will soon be a fully qualified Registered Nurse. This is her story of success.

Relaunching Parent’s Career Aspirations

Available to ParentsNext participants, the Relaunch Career Program supports parents to plan for employment.

Connecting through Extraordinary Times

Local CHESS Connect ParentsNext Mentor Mandy Bradley saw first hand how the Taree community has come together after fire and pandemic.

Mentorship – a unique approach to service delivery

We’ve seen first-hand how a holistic ‘mentorship approach’ to our service delivery provides positive long-term outcomes for our customers.

Key Takeaways from the ParentsNext Conference

Recently CHESS Connect were invited to participate in a panel discussion at the annual ParentsNext Conference, sharing our experiences of the program.

Single Mum Succeeds on ParentsNext

Needing support to engage with community and prepare for employment, Kempsey mum Tara was linked to CHESS Connect and the ParentsNext program.

Port Macquarie mum achieves independence with help from ParentsNext

Port Macquarie local Rachael was in desperate need of a drivers licence. Without transport, and responsible for the care of...

ParentsNext Helps Local Mum Achieve her Goals

Needing assistance planning for longer term employment and managing her work/life balance, Crystal signed up to the ParentsNext program