Frequently Asked Questions
Can my child attend your family programs without their parent?
In our family programs, if the same gender parent is unable to be there, then we encourage an important person in their life such as an Uncle/Aunt, Grandfather/mother, family friend, coach or teacher to attend with them.
Boys without Dads, How can you still be involved?
My relationship with my child’s other parent is strained, what if they don't want to come?
If you have a strained relationship with your partner this can be a great opportunity. We have seen all configurations and dynamics in families and encourage you to persist. Basically, you both love them and staying focused on doing something special for them is the key. We have witnessed much healing in challenging relationships by engaging in these family programs.
What happens in your programs? What’s involved?
Our programs ignite or reignite one of the most important relationships your son or daughter will ever have. These programs can be the beginning of a totally new phase and new way of relating in your family.
Why Attend Our Programs?
The programs are expensive. Are there any options for families with financial difficulties?
Powerhouse Programs is a self-funded not-for-profit. The program fees are a reflection of the organisation's operational costs and the expenses for program delivery.
Families can mitigate the cost of a program with an instalment plan. For families experiencing financial hardship, there is also the prospect of a Powerhouse financial scholarship to reduce program fees.
Where do you run your programs and how can I bring your programs to my children’s school or club?
The Building Bridges and special programs are delivered at existing communities such as schools, community organisations and sporting clubs. If you are enquiring for your community, the program would be delivered there.
The Rites of Passage programs involve multiple locations. Preliminary meetings are held before camps at a venue most convenient for the participating families. The camps are held in Mount Byron, near Wivenhow Lake, which is between Esk and Fernvale .