Uniting Tasmania
Pregnant and Young Parent Support (PYPS)
PYPS is a support, information, advice and referral service for pregnant young mums and young parents aged under 25. PYPS is delivered as a weekly peer support group, and one to one parent support. PYPS is offered in Launceston, George Town and Hobart.
What the service can help with
Familial exclusion
Family supports
Sexual and reproductive health
Social and emotional development
Social exclusion
How the service is delivered
Case Management
Coordination of Services
Information, Advice and Education
Support Services
Services are available for
Parents and Carers
Age eligibility for children
0 - 24
To access the service, clients
Must be pregnant or a young parent aged under 25
Cost of service
Free
Is a referral required?
No referral required
How do clients access the service?
Client responsible for transportation to service
Home visits can be provided
Regions covered
South
North
Contact Details
PO Box 719 Moonah Tas 7009
03 6244 1144
Focus Domains
Being loved and safe
Being healthy
Participating
Having a positive sense of culture and identity