Text Contrast: Apply | Normal View: Apply | Text Resize: A+ | A-

  • Supporting families

    Family support

    The Raphael Centre Blacktown
    offers a range of services to parents and families...

    Find out more
  • Mum and baby

    Feeling depressed?

    Are you feeling anxious or depressed in pregnancy or after childbirth? We're here to help...

    Find out more
  • Contact us

    Contact us

    Our friendly staff can talk to you and give you more information about Raphael Centre services...

    Find out more

Welcome to Raphael Centre Blacktown

Raphael Centre Blacktown supports pregnant women and families with children up to the age of four who may be experiencing anxiety or depression. Raphael Centres provide a family-centred service that aims to enhance social and emotional wellbeing of women and their families, supporting parents in their relationship with each other and their baby.

One of the Social Outreach and Advocacy services operated by St John of God Health Care, Raphael Centre services are accessible by providing them free of charge or at minimal cost.

Find out more about Raphael Centre Blacktown.

Features

Parents with babyPregnancy and childbirth is a period traditionally associated with happiness and celebration but this can also be a time of distress for parents. Parenthood brings immense physical, emotional and social change that can be overwhelming when you are getting to know and adjust to your new baby.


More on pregnancy and parenting.

  • Youth challenged by Christian art

    St John of God Health Care is encouraging young artists to aim high through its sponsorship of a national Christian art award for emerging artists, the Mandorla Youth Art Award.

    Date: 20.05.12
  • Brighter horizons for pregnant young women

    St John of God Subiaco Hospital will operate Australia’s first ever accommodation service – Horizon House Dianella – solely focused on supporting homeless young women prepare for the birth of their baby and assisting them to find a secure home.

    Date: 17.05.12
  • New Board Member Appointed

    Peter Prendiville, respected Perth businessman, joins St John of God Health Care Board

    Date: 08.05.12
RSS Feed