Central Queensland Indigenous Development

Family Wellbeing

Providing practical and tailored support to families who need a hand to improve the safety and wellbeing of their children

This service is available in:

Family Wellbeing (FWB)

Our Family Wellbeing Program is a free service dedicated to supporting the social, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

We take a holistic, culturally responsive approach to meet families where they are, offering support across all levels of need. Our team works alongside families to strengthen safety, connection, and wellbeing at home – helping to reduce the risk of children entering or returning to the child protection system.

Support is provided through a combination of in-home assistance, group and community-based activities, and access to specialist services, including Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) support and tailored interventions for those who use violence.

Who is this service for?

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families who:

  • Have children (0 to 18 yrs)
  • Are experiencing, or have been impacted by domestic and/or family Violence (DFV)
  • Need support with parenting and child development
  • Are seeking culturally safe guidance and support
  • Need support to access early childhood education and care
  • Need help to build practical life skills and household routines
  • Want to strengthen family relationships and social connections
  • Are looking to connect with local services, programs, or CQID supports
  • Are involved in Family Participation planning and need extra support

Referrals

You can self-refer or refer someone via the forms below or call 1800 000 307

Self referral

Refer someone

How CQID can help you?

  • Helping you create a safe household and family routines
  • Providing cultural support that respects your identity and values
  • Supporting your parenting journey with practical advice and encouragement
  • Offering guidance and education around Domestic and Family Violence (DFV)
  • Linking you with services, supports, and programs in your community
  • Supporting your children’s wellbeing and development
  • Helping you build everyday life skills like budgeting and money management
  • Strengthening your family relationships and social connections
  • Assisting you in accessing early childhood education and care for children
  • Helping you make informed choices about available referral options

Meet our Family Wellbeing team

Amanda Ferguson

Amanda Ferguson | CQID

What I do

FWB, DFVS, FPP & ASC Manager
Hervey Bay

Anna Gates

Anna Gates | CQID

What I do

Domestic and Family Violence Specialist
Hervey Bay

Axle Lange

Axle Lange | CQID

My Mob

Wakka Wakka, Muninjali Descendant

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Bundaberg

Blake Laybutt

Blake Laybutt | CQID

My Mob

Wakka Wakka

What I do

Domestic & Family Violence Specialist
Bundaberg

Cerese Hanley-Stone

Cerese Hanley-Stone | CQID

What I do

Family Wellbeing Intensive Family Support
Hervey Bay

Demi Searle-Felton

Demi Searle-Felton | CQID

What I do

HIPPY Home Tutor
Family Wellbeing Officer

Ella

Ella | CQID

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Rockhampton

Elvina Smith

Elvina Smith | CQID

My Mob

Iman & Gangulu

What I do

FWB, FPP, DS, and Youth Manager
Woorabinda

Emma Lennox

Emma Lennox | CQID

My Mob

Wiradjuri

What I do

Family Wellbeing Manager
Rockhampton

Jade Ah Wong-Howland

Jade Ah Wong-Howland | CQID

My Mob

Knganji Yarrabah | Yarrabah

What I do

Domestic Violence Specialist
Rockhampton

Kahlee Anderson

Kahlee Anderson | CQID

My Mob

Gangulu, Iman and Wulli Wulli

What I do

Family Wellbeing Team Leader
Rockhampton

Kylie Major-Oakley

Kylie Major-Oakley | CQID

My Mob

Wangka-Yutjurru, Wangkamanha & Waluwarra

What I do

General Manager
Woorabinda

Latoya Cocup

Latoya Cocup | CQID

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Emerald

Mahara Domic

Mahara Domic | CQID

My Mob

Iman, Kalkadoon, Kullilli & South Sea Islander

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Rockhampton

Marniah Little

Marniah Little | CQID

My Mob

Djakunde

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Bundaberg

Miesha Huet

Miesha Huet | CQID

My Mob

Ghangalu & Butchulla

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Emerald

Natalie Watson

Natalie Watson | CQID

My Mob

Iman & Bidjara Nation

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Rockhampton

Peter Williams

Peter Williams | CQID

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Hervey Bay

Raylene Chambers

Raylene Chambers | CQID

My Mob

Wakka Wakka | Mundubbera QLD

What I do

Regional Manager
Bundaberg

Richard Mooney

Richard Mooney | CQID

My Mob

Yuwi & South Sea Islander | Mackay QLD

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Rockhampton

Ron-Keyah Bond

Ron-Keyah Bond | CQID

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Hervey Bay

Roseanne Savage

Roseanne Savage | CQID

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Emerald

Sara-Jane Thornton

Sara-Jane Thornton | CQID

My Mob

Wemba Wemba

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Hervey Bay

Shannon Bloomfield

Shannon Bloomfield | CQID

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Woorabinda

Shaqie Howard

Shaqie Howard | CQID

My Mob

Wakka Wakka Djakunda, Gurang & South Sea Islander

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Bundaberg

Sharon Riddiford

Sharon Riddiford | CQID

My Mob

Barladong | South West WA

What I do

FWB Officer & FPP Facilitator
Longreach

Simone Raymond

Simone Raymond | CQID

My Mob

Garawa/Wakka and Koa

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Woorabinda

Tamikah Murray

Tamikah Murray | CQID

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Rockhampton

Tamyra Hunter

Tamyra Hunter | CQID

My Mob

Djabugay & Jirribal | Kuranda & Tablelands

What I do

Family Wellbeing Officer
Emerald

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