Escare Inc
Early Years News
The Early Years Network is an interagency group that helps to assist children and families and is currently updating the Esperance “Kids Stuff” booklet, which contains vital local information and services for children and their families within Esperance and the surrounding district.
We are keen to hear from anyone who would like to have their services added to the booklet, or if there have been any changes to contact details
Hard copies are currently available from Esperance Community Health, or at Escare situated at Lotteries House on Forrest St.
Funding to update the project came from a grant from the Department of Communities as part of the Early Years Strategy.
More Early Years News:
The Early Years Network were also successful in gaining funding for promoting breastfeeding in the Esperance community so mothers feel at ease breastfeeding in public spaces. The group plans to promote the benefits of breastfeeding for mother and child and hopes to assist workplaces to become "breastfeeding-friendly".
"Breastfeeding protects babies from illness and infection, provides the perfect food, aids development of eyesight and speech, and promotes a special loving bond between mother and baby. Artificially fed babies have increased risk of illness and allergies, costs approx $1500 for 1 year and is less environmentally friendly."
The Early Years group meets regularly at Lotteries House. Everyone is welcome. Any organisations wishing to get further information can contact Janette Fletcher at Esperance Community Health on 90710400, or Jo Aberle at Escare on 90713110
2010 Childrens Festival (FUN DAY OUT)
Escare was successful is the recent Community Development Grants from the Esperance Shire. $4000.00 has been allocated towards this event, that will be held in March 2010.
If you are interested in being part of this event please contact:
Jo Aberle on 08 9071 3110
Financial Hardship Assistance
Financial Hardship Assistance will be available in Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun, weekly from April to June 2009, at the following centres:
Ravensthorpe ASIS Office - On Wednesdays
Hopetoun Telecentre - On Thursdays
At these times you will be able to talk with Ellen Moffat Financial Counsellor from Escare Incorporated, based in Esperance.
Phone: (08) 9071 3101 or 0458 713 101 for queries or an appointment
This is for anyone experiencing financial hardship or anticipate experiencing financial hardship in the coming weeks.
New Escare Team Members!
Escare extends a warm welcome our new team members employed on a casual basis; Natalie Symmonds assisting with Family Support Program and Esther Anderson helping out with Youth activities.
Smith Family Scholarships
Escare has commenced recruitment of families to participate in the Smith Family "Learning for Life" (LFL) Scholarships.
The Learning for Life suite of interconnecting programs offered by The Smith Family today provides financially disadvantaged students with support through financial scholarships to assist with education expenses such as uniforms, books and excursions.
Parents in Teens and Twenties Playgroup
Come and meet other young parents, and their children, in a relaxed play area. Parenting and other useful information will be available at these weekly sessions.
Playgroup WA is supporting a New Playgroup for Esperance.
Location: 1 George Street, Esperance WA 6450
Contact; Sue Whitehead on 08 90717227 or Lorette at Escare on 08 9071 3110
Esperance Financial Counseling Service
Escare offers Esperance a FREE Financial Counseling Service. The service aims to help individuals and families gain financial knowledge and control over their lives. Learn more about the new Esperance Financial Counseling Service.
Escare Family Resource Worker
The Family Resource Worker works primarily with Aboriginal families who are consumers at Escare. Learn about the Family Resource Worker's Role.
Escare Childcare Service
Esperance Before School, After School and Vacation Care are now collectively known as Esperance Outside of School Hours Care. Learn about Esperance Outside School Hours Care
Escare Youth Service
Escare offers a part-time youth service offering practical assistance, outreach, recreational camps, referrals and advocacy. Learn more about the Youth Service.
Escare's Free Quarterly Newsletter
Escare publishes and distributes a free newsletter around Esperance,
containing information regarding Escare activities, as well as other related
community activities.
Download the latest Escare Newsletter [PDF].
If you would like to join our mailing list to receive the FREE quarterly newsletter, phone Escare on (08) 9071 3110 or email us at