About us
Rooted in community, shaped by connection.
Parent Thread is a Geelong-based community organisation supporting parents and families through meaningful connection, community programs, and maternal well-being initiatives.
Meet the Founder
Founded by Eleisha Casañas, a local advocate working in loneliness and social connection for several years, Parent Thread began with a simple but important observation, many parents move through this stage of life feeling quietly alone.
After becoming a parent herself, Eleisha recognised this gap more personally, seeing how the absence of consistent support, shared spaces, and honest conversation can impact not just individual well-being, but the wider family experience.
Parent Thread was created as a response to that gap.
Grounded in both research and lived experience, our work is also focused on raising awareness of the importance of social connection for parents, and advocating for more supportive, inclusive and connected communities.
What we do
We design and facilitate inclusive programs, workshops, and community events in Geelong, Bellarine and the Surfcoast that bring parents together in ways that feel natural, supportive, and real. This work is supported by a growing community of volunteers who share our commitment to connection and belonging. These are spaces where conversations open, relationships form, and support becomes part of everyday life.
Our focus is not just on connection, but on creating environments where parents feel comfortable showing up as they are, while building confidence and a genuine sense of belonging over time.
Our vision
To weave a strong, connected community where parents and families feel supported, valued, and empowered to thrive.
Parent Thread envisions a world where no one faces the challenges of parenthood alone - a future where connection, care, and support form the foundation of every parenting journey, nurturing both families and the wider community.
Our mission
Parent Thread is a purpose-driven non-profit organisation dedicated to fostering connection, resilience, and well-being for parents.
Through inclusive programs, workshops, and professional services, we create safe and welcoming spaces where parents can share experiences, access support, and grow together. Our work prioritises meaningful conversations, authentic relationships, and community connection that uplift families at every stage of parenthood.
Our values
Connection · Inclusivity · Community · Well-being · Joy
