Children & Youth Support Services

Strive provides a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children and young people who have experienced life challenges. Our focus is on healing, growth, and equipping them with the skills to build a positive future.

Therapeutic Residential Care

Our Therapeutic Residential Care program provides a stable and supportive home environment for children and youth. We provide 24/7 care delivered by qualified staff, implementing our specially developed CREATE Model of Care that prioritises healthy relationships, individualised routines, behaviour support, and the development of life skills. Our goal is to establish a secure foundation where young people can heal, learn, and grow, thereby preparing them for successful transitions towards their permanency goals and a brighter future.

‍Strive is a dual NDIS provider for children and young people requiring Out-of-Home Care who may also have a disability, ensuring we can develop a comprehensive and coordinated care package.

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Step-Up Transitional Care

Bridging Crisis to Permanency with Safety, Structure, and Support.

When a child or young person enters Out-of-Home Care (OOHC) at short notice, experiences a care arrangement breakdown, or faces extenuating circumstances, they need immediate safety, stability, and therapeutic support. Step-Up Transitional Care provides a short-term, high-support response designed to stabilise behaviours, reduce trauma responses, and work towards permanency—all within a structured, therapeutic environment.

A Safe, Predictable Transition

Operating from temporary accommodation, Step-Up Transitional Care ensures consistency and security through:

A dedicated core care team – Familiar, trauma-informed professionals providing stability.
Specialised case management – A lead manager driving individualised support plans.
Therapeutic routines & boundaries – Promoting safety, emotional regulation, and skill-building.
Goal-oriented life skills development – Preparing for the next steps in their care journey.
Positive reinforcement system – A structured reward program to encourage progress.

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Who Is This Service For?

Step-Up Transitional Care supports children and young people in OOHC who:

Have suddenly entered care with no immediate care arrangement.
Are you experiencing high-risk behaviours or care arrangement disruption.
Need short-term stabilisation before stepping into a long-term care arrangement.

Outcome-Focused & Collaborative

Working closely with Child Safety, foster carers, and support networks, we ensure every young person transitions safely and successfully into their next chapter—whether that’s reunification, foster care, or alternative long-term arrangements.

Casework Support Services

Strive can offer comprehensive, individualised support to children, young people, and their families navigating the child protection system, especially where NDIS support services are also available. Our dedicated managers work collaboratively to address complex needs, coordinate services, and advocate for the best interests of their clients. This includes support with:

Supervised family contact in accordance with best practice and legal requirements. Qualified staff can be available to observe, support, report, and make recommendations.
Transporting and accompanying children and youths to various appointments for medical, therapeutic, or educational reasons.
Mentoring programmes that provide children and young people with a positive relationship with an adult role model.

We focus on building resilience, strengthening family connections, and ensuring access to the resources and opportunities needed for holistic well-being.