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Ngala

Ngala is a leading Western Australian provider of early childhood intervention services from pre-birth up until early adulthood (0 to 18).

Ngala continues to use the latest research and training alongside community stories and experiences to develop and deliver services that meets the needs of today's parents and children.

Vision and mission

Ngala believes that every child deserves the opportunity to be their best, and that raising children should be a joyful and rewarding experience.

How Ngala can help

Ngala listens to parents and children while using the latest research to respond to the changing needs of families and communities in Western Australia.

Ngala’s services include:

  • Ngala Parenting Line
  • Residential parenting services at our hospital
  • Early Learning centres
  • Programs and workshops
  • Community services

Information line / help line

  • Call Ngala Parenting Line (08) 9368 9368 Mon to Sun, 8am to 8pm
  • Call ForWhen on 1300 24 23 22 Mon to Fri, 9 am to 4:30 pm

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This information was originally published on healthdirect - Ngala.

Last reviewed: September 2023

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