Strong governance. Safe, accountable care.
Solid Ground is overseen by an independent Board with expertise across clinical practice, youth services, governance, and community development. Clear oversight, safeguarding protocols, and clinical supervision ensure participant safety and accountability at every level.
How we protect our participants
We've built a safeguarding and risk framework that puts participant safety at the centre of everything we do at Solid Ground Recovery Centre. Solid Ground aligns with Child Safe Standards and safeguarding best practice.
Eligibility criteria
Clear, structured assessment to ensure we’re the right fit.
Intake process
A thorough intake process with young people and families to understand needs, history, and ensure the program is appropriate.
Risk assessment
Ongoing assessment of individual risk and protective factors to guide personalised support.
Escalation protocols
Clear pathways for responding to safety concerns, including immediate escalation where required.
How we measure and report our impact
We measure outcomes, track participant progress, and gather parent feedback to understand impact and drive continuous improvement.
Measurable outcomes framework
Impact is evaluated through defined outcome measures, structured follow-up at 4 weeks and 6 months, and annual reporting to inform continuous improvement.
Participant progress tracking
We assess each participant’s progress across emotional stability, daily functioning, and peer connection during and after the program.
Parent feedback collection
We gather structured feedback from parents or carers before, during, and after the program to measure perceived changes and inform continuous refinement.
Annual impact reporting
Each year, we publish a report outlining outcomes, insights, and how the program continues to evolve.
Our mixed funding model
Solid Ground operates through a mixed funding model, combining philanthropic investment, modest participant contributions (where appropriate), and community partnership support. Foundation Year is supported through philanthropic investment to enable accessible delivery, program evaluation, and the development of a sustainable model. Long-term, we are building a diversified funding base aligned with strong governance and accountability.
Strengthening early support across regional NSW
Solid Ground strengthens early-intervention pathways by supporting young people and families before challenges escalate, while working alongside existing services in regional communities. By investing in structured, developmentally informed support, we reduce pressure on acute systems and contribute to long-term community resilience.
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Residential programs
Four intakes scheduled throughout Foundation Year to reach more adolescents in need.
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Girls supported
Up to 32 participants across eight-person cohorts receiving structured six-day residential care.
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Days per program
Intensive, focused intervention combining nervous system regulation, life skills, and family support.
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Integrated parent and carer participation
Integrated capacity-building ensures families are equipped to support lasting change at home.