Challenge Community Services

We all have dreams. Whether it’s to land a good job, live independently or be part of a secure, loving family, we all want to belong.

That’s why Challenge Community Services has created one inclusive community. We’ll help raise you up to meet your goals. We’ll be there to support you when life gets tough.

Take a look around our site and see for yourself the multitude of activities and services we offer. You’ll find a Challenge community in 68 locations across New South Wales.

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What's on

Tue Oct 9 Albury Foster Care Information Session

Would you like to know more about becoming a Foster Carer?Challenge Foster Care are providing two free information sessions in the Albury area. These sessions will be a great opportunity to learn mor...

10:00am – 7:00pm Albury more info

Thu Oct 11 Wagga Wagga Foster Care Information Session

Would you like to know more about becoming a Foster Carer?Challenge Foster Care are providing two free information sessions in the Wagga Wagga area. These sessions will be a great opportunity to lear...

10:00am – 7:00pm Wagga Wagga more info

Wed Oct 17 Tenterfield Open Day & Art Exhibition

Challenge Community Services has 60 years' experience providing community support to people living with disabilities. We are pleased to invite you to join us for an open day and art exhibition at Cha...

10:00am – 9:00pm Tenterfield more info

Thu Nov 22 Challenge Community Services Art Competition

The Challenge Community Services Art Competition is open to people with a disability and foster care children throughout New South Wales. The theme for this year's competition is "Australian Country"....

– Tamworth more info

News & Stories

13 September 2018 Three ways the web can help you live independently Three ways the web can help you live independently

Are you or your loved one thinking about taking the first steps towards independence? You may be wondering where you or your child will live, or who you will live with, even if you’re not planning on making changes any time soon.For young people with a disability, planning your life goals after sc...

12 September 2018 Do you have what it takes to be a foster carer? Do you have what it takes to be a foster carer?

With images of global crises filling our TV screens, you may be surprised to learn that on our own doorstep in NSW there are 20,000 children at risk and in need of out-of-home care. These are children who have witnessed domestic violence, alcohol and drug abuse or have experienced other traumatic ev...

6 September 2018 Giving young talent a start Giving young talent a start

Over 30 children have taken refuge over the past three decades in Shaun and Jane’s home. Some have been brought in the middle of the night escaping from a domestic emergency, others have stayed for a short time and some for almost 20 years.Starting life tough‘The home situations of the young one...

24 August 2018 Managing challenging behaviour: breaking the conflict cycle Managing challenging behaviour: breaking the conflict cycle

Children who are exposed to abuse and neglect, or who witness distressing scenes such as domestic violence, can find it difficult to trust or relate to others in a healthy way. They may find it difficult to manage their behaviour or to soothe and calm themselves. They may appear to always be on a sh...

20 August 2018 Finding career inspiration after school Finding career inspiration after school

Not everyone gets to the end of school and knows what they want to do. In fact, most people really have no idea and may not know for years. They just get in and give different things a try until they find the job that suits them best. But you don’t have to try every single career option yourself. ...

13 September 2018 Three ways the web can help you live independently Three ways the web can help you live independently

20 August 2018 Finding career inspiration after school Finding career inspiration after school

14 August 2018 Tonya’s path to a career solution Tonya’s path to a career solution

Tonya Lewis has some handy advice for school leavers: find work experience and gain computer skills.Her advice is the result of her experience securing employment with Challenge Community Services Secure Scanning Solutions ten years ago. Since then, Tonya has moved through the ranks, adding to her s...

6 August 2018 Connexions Cafe: Tamworth cafe run by exceptional people with disabilities Connexions Cafe: Tamworth cafe run by exceptional people with disabilities

“Well what do you like best about working at the cafe?” “I don’t know.” This was going to be harder than I thought. Nestled between two unremarkable homes on Johnston Street is Connexions Cafe, inside, exceptional people deliver service that’s far from average. They’re exceptional...

24 July 2018 Eliza's on track to achieve her goals Eliza's on track to achieve her goals

If you know the industries you would like to work in, it can be easier to gather skills while exploring your career options.Connexions client Eliza has spent her time since school adding job skills and work experience to her resume. Connexions is a community-based program that gives you a chance to ...

12 September 2018 Do you have what it takes to be a foster carer? Do you have what it takes to be a foster carer?

6 September 2018 Giving young talent a start Giving young talent a start

24 August 2018 Managing challenging behaviour: breaking the conflict cycle Managing challenging behaviour: breaking the conflict cycle

8 August 2018 Foster love: a critical link Foster love: a critical link

At age 13, Ella was living with her mum who was struggling to overcome alcohol abuse issues. Her dad, now living in Queensland, had similar issues. Both parents wanted to keep Ella. But Ella needed somewhere to stay while her parents got on top of their alcohol abuse issues.New guiding principles fo...

27 July 2018 A helping hand for a traumatised child A helping hand for a traumatised child

Stella was a little girl facing multiple psychological and physical challenges, and an uncertain future. When they put up their hands to help, foster carers Liz and Harry knew they were not signing up for an easy ride. But there were a few surprises even they didn’t expect.Originally Stella was to...

22 June 2018 Daniel takes control with the NDIS Daniel takes control with the NDIS

When Daniel decided he needed to improve his mental health and behavioural issues, he enlisted the support of Challenge Therapeutic Services. Together, they have navigated financial hurdles and put in place strategies to improve Daniel's life.Tackling the financial hurdleDaniel first attended Challe...

18 May 2018 Planning to enjoy life Planning to enjoy life

A little planning and support can go a long way, especially if you have behaviours that keep you from achieving your goals.Challenge’s Therapeutic Services team help people living with a disability further develop their social skills and relationship skills, as well as help you to manage your emot...

23 March 2018 New service to provide psychological support for local NDIS clients New service to provide psychological support for local NDIS clients

If you or a loved one receives NDIS funding and has trouble with anxiety or behaviour management, a new service on the Central Coast could be the answer.Challenge Community Services recently opened a Therapeutic Services office in Tuggerah employing four psychologists. Two of the on-site psychologis...

6 February 2018 Building brighter futures together Building brighter futures together

Providing foster carers with a helping handFostering is hugely rewarding. Helping a child to grow and learn, seeing them smile, and playing a part in the development of their self-confidence are the greatest gifts of foster caring.In fact, as a foster carer, you will possibly form the closest relati...

17 October 2017 Advocating for the homeless Advocating for the homeless

Shane arrived in a small rural town having been placed in a NSW Housing flat, after being homeless for several years. He had not seen his flat before arriving, he just needed to take whatever place he could so he didn’t have to sleep in his car anymore.Shane had moved far away from his family and ...

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