TANYA’S HOME LIMITED

TANYA’S HOME LIMITED is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting mothers facing addiction, trauma, and child custody challenges, with a focus on family reunification and healing. It provides a nurturing and safe environment where mothers can rebuild their lives and reconnect with their children, fostering stable and loving family units. The organisation prioritises support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mothers and women escaping family violence, recognising their unique vulnerabilities and higher rates of child removal.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Tanya’s Home is to empower mothers on their recovery journey and reunification with their children, creating safe, supportive environments where families can thrive together. Its vision is a future where every child grows up with their mother in a stable, loving home, breaking cycles of trauma and addiction to create lasting positive change for families and communities.

Main Objectives

• Provide comprehensive recovery support to mothers struggling with addiction and trauma.
• Offer legal advocacy and court support to assist mothers in navigating child protection and family law matters.
• Deliver outreach case management, counselling, and referrals to essential services including housing and financial aid.
• Create pathways for family reunification by addressing barriers to custody restoration.
• Develop a residential rehabilitation facility and day programs to provide structured, ongoing support.

Benefiting Groups

Tanya’s Home primarily supports mothers in active addiction or those involved with child protection services, especially prioritising:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mothers
• Women escaping family violence
• Mothers who have lost custody of their children

Types of Services and Activities

Currently, Tanya’s Home offers:

• Outreach case management to help mothers access resources and develop personalised recovery plans.
• Counselling addressing trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges.
• Advocacy and court support for navigating legal systems related to child protection.
• Referrals and practical support for housing, financial assistance, and crisis services.

Upcoming services include:

• Residential rehabilitation program providing a safe, structured environment for mothers to recover and reunite with their children.
• Day program offering flexible recovery support for mothers who retain custody or cannot relocate.
• Peer support groups to build community and ongoing encouragement among mothers in recovery.