Communities and Justice

Dianne and Jane’s story

Dianne and her three children, and caseworker Jane, standing in front of tall foliage

Be moved by how caseworker Jane uses the principle of Language impacts on practice to support Dianne and her children deal with grief, loss and trauma and get their lives back on track.

Jane and Dianne with her family walking down a pathway
Jane and Dianne with her family walking down a pathway.
"I have to get it through to the family that they have value as people and they deserve the best service that they could get." Jane, DCJ caseworker.
Jane and Dianne
Jane and Dianne.
"Jane made me feel like we were equal, and that our opinion really mattered. That's what made me feel less scared and that she was actually there to help." Dianne, mother.
Dianne and her family
Dianne and her family.
"So part of that is really making sure I choose my words well. You really have to be respectful because how would you like to be treated if someone comes into the house? " Jane, DCJ caseworker.
Dianne and her family
Dianne and her family.
"I am very, very proud of this family, because they've worked so hard to get where they are right now, in such a short amount of time. They're a strong family, and I know that they can make it." Jane, DCJ caseworker.
Dianne hugging Jane
Dianne hugging Jane.
Last updated:

16 May 2023