Where can I get advice on child-rearing, family matters, single-parent families, etc.?
Advice regarding child-rearing and family matters, as well as advice for single-parent families, is available at the Family and Child Consultation Room of each ward's Health and Welfare Center.
In addition, the Fukuoka City Children's General Counseling Center (Egaokan) and the Fukuoka City Gender Equality Promotion Center (Amicus) also accept various consultations regarding children.
Family and Child Guidance Center
(Content of consultation)
1. Consultation regarding child rearing, life problems, and abuse at home
2. Consultation regarding admission to child welfare facilities (child welfare institutions, mother and child support facilities, midwifery facilities, daycare centers, etc.)
3. Consultations for single-parent families (mothers, fathers, or widows) regarding life problems and how to become independent
4. Consultation regarding domestic violence and other family problems
(Target Persons)
Children (under 18 years old) and their guardians, other caregivers, and other related parties
(How to consult)
Interview consultation, phone consultation
(Consultation hours)
Weekdays: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and from December 29th to January 3rd.
(Consultation fee)
Both interviews and phone calls are free
Related Links:Family and Child Guidance Center
Related Links:Fukuoka City Children's General Consultation Center (Egaokan)
Related Links:Fukuoka City Gender Equality Promotion Center (Amicus)
