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Melbourne Family Care Organisation (1965 - 1987)

From
1965
To
1987
Categories
Care Provider, Family Group Home, Home and Non-denominational
Alternative Names
  • Melbourne Family Care

The Melbourne Family Care Organisation came into being in 1965. It was formerly the former Melbourne Orphanage. The change reflected a shift away from institutional 'care' for children towards family group homes. In 1987 the organisation became known as Family Action.

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Location

1965 - 1987
Location - Melbourne Family Care was located in Glen Waverley. Location: Glen Waverley

Timeline

 c. 1845 - 1853 St James' Orphan Asylum and Visiting Society
       1853 - 1926 Melbourne Orphan Asylum
             1926 - 1965 Melbourne Orphanage
                   1965 - 1987 Melbourne Family Care Organisation
                         1987 - 1993 Family Action
                               c. 1987 - Windermere Child and Family Services
                               1993 - OzChild

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Prepared by: Cate O'Neill