Vision and Purpose

START is provided in Gippsland by Scope.

START is now different. A new service model is being trialled and evaluated as a result of a review of START over 2008.

START offers support to families while they are waiting for an ongoing Early Childhood Intervention Service (ECIS) in Gippsland.

What START can offer is explained in the brochure (link below).

Referral to START is through ECIS Central Intake: Phone 1800 783 783 or 5136 2400.

A reference group is supporting the implementation of START in Gippsland.

Feedback on the new START is welcome. Please contact Scope with your feedback: Phone 5623 1033; email gss@scopevic.org.au or mail to PO Box 450, Warragul 3820.

All early childhood services will enhance family capacity to give children the best start in life.

GECIAN will enhance family and community capacity
through strategic planning, development of collaborative practice and the provision of advice.