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Free, confidential, non-judgmental counselling support for Aboriginal people and their families concerned about their gambling. | |
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Accommodation and support services across our national network of hostels. | |
The AHO is focused on delivering better housing choices for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in NSW. | |
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Support Programs including sport and recreation, cooking programs, craft, and after school support | |
Accommodation and Supported Living in group home accommodation. Assessment process required | |
24-hour crisis support services | |
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Storm Village provide care and support tailored to your individual requirements, including specialist dementia and palliative care. The safe, comfortable surroundings will make you feel right at home. ACAT assessment required by contacting My Aged Care 1800 200 422. Ongoing costs involved | |
Anglican Care villages offer the opportunity to socialise and form new friendships with people just like you. Where the yard work and maintenance is done for you. A place to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle where you can be as involved as you want to be, or not at all. Application and assessment process involved. | |
We offer morning tea/lunch. | |
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We offer hot lunch/take away only available Wed and Thurs | |
Counselling, support and education services for families, carers and friends of people who live with mental illness. | |
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aged 50 years and over who are on a low income and who are homeless or at risk of homelessness | |
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Centre based day programs/care targetting frail aged or older people with a diability. Services are available Monday to Friday. | |
We offer $2 lunch on Mondays and free breakfast Monday-Thursday. We also have a low-cost grocery shop. | |
Whether it be a healthy meal when it is needed most, an opportunity to shower and wash clothes, having someone to sit and talk to and share thoughts, feelings and worries, or addressing key issues including social and financial exclusion, mental health challenges, drug and alcohol dependence and housing needs - providing hope is the lifeblood of what we do. | |
BaptistCare offers Microfinance Loans Services. Teaming up with NAB Bank, Good Shepherd Microfinance, various Government departments and other partner agencies, we support low-income earners by providing small loans with no interest as part of the 'No Interest Loans Scheme' (NILS), as well as low interest loans, known as StepUp Loans. We also teach our clients budgeting skills and financial literacy, empowering them to make informed financial decisions. | |
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Belmont Hospital Croudace St Belmont | |
We offer a food parcels service to the community. | |
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Web & Phone based service for Depression and Anxiety with information, phone counselling services & links to more support. | |
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Vouchers provided for food (No Cash), assistance towards some utility bills. Biripi clients require a current health assessment. | |
A range of services to help address general health and identified Aboriginal health issues such as chronic disease, cardio-vascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, poor diet and nutritional health, eye health, ear health, contagious diseases, drug and alcohol related issues, mental health and emotional and spiritual well-being. Biripi medical centre provides quality care with specialist services from visiting podiatrists, cardiologists, dieticians and physiotherapists. Hours Mon-Thurs 9.30am - 5.00pm, Friday 8.30am - 3.00pm | |
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Callaghan College is a large multi-campus secondary school located in the north-west corridor of Newcastle. | |
This program offers support to students at Waratah High through one-on-one assistance and group programs. The young people can self-identify or be referred by staff from the school. | |
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Assessment and treatment for people with drug and alcohol issues. Counselling, family counselling, pharmacotherapy treatment, outpatients programs and outpatient detoxification. | |
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Permanent accommodation with specialist care services. ACAT assessment required. Located in Cundletown | |
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(Carrie’s Place Domestic Violence and Homelessness Services Inc) Carrie’s Place provides a range of culturally appropriate programs for people experiencing domestic and family violence, and/or homelessness. Maitland area by appointment only. | |
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CatholicCare provides a gold-standard Diagnostic Assessment Service based on current evidence for Autism Spectrum Disorders in children, adolescents and adults. Our psychologists have training and an interest in Autism Spectrum Disorders and conduct comprehensive assessments. | |
Support Services for families with children under 9 years old. Brighter Futures focuses on strengths of families, exploring and building on what is working well. In this way it improves relationships and connections within families and communities. Assessment required | |
Currently serve free meals five days a week, Monday to Friday, between noon and 1pm at 250 Victoria Street Taree | |
CatholicCare offers a wide range of counselling services to assist individuals, couples and families achieve optimal mental health and wellbeing. Costs may be involved for clients without a mental health care plan from their GP | |
Case coordination, case management, education activities, brokerage and direct services to children affected. | |
We offer a variety of information, either one-on-one or in group forums, on various parenting programs including Triple P Parenting, Parents as Teachers, Parentling Children with AD/HD, 123 Magic and Emotion Coaching, Bringing up Great Kids, Tuning into Kids, Circle of Security, Delightful Parenting | |
Purpose built, supported accommodation service with 24 hour care provided onsite by qualified, dedicated and caring staff. | |
Assistance for 16-17 year olds to move into adulthood and find their place in the world. CC offer learning basic housekeeping skills, sorting out finances, education. Finding a job, health, relationships and parentling skills | |
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Homelessness Accommodation Service for Young Women and Support Service for Women with or without Accompanying Children. | |
Provides specialist, outpatient assessment and treatment for people over 18 years experiencing Borderline Personality Disorder and Eating Disorders. | |
For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders that are studying or undertaking an apprenticeship | |
Income support and access to a range of concessions for eligible older Australians. If you meet the age and residence requirements, we will calculate how much Age Pension you can get, depending on your income, assets and other circumstances. | |
Carer Payment, Carer Allowance, Disability Support Pension | |
Short term counselling, support and referral to other services | |
Family Tax Benefits, Parenting Payment, Parental Leave Pay, Dad and Partner Pay, Child Care Subsidy, Rent Assistance | |
An income support payment while you're unemployed and looking for work, or doing approved activities to find a job. It is for people between 22 and old age pensioner age. | |
Financial Support if you're 21 or younger and looking for work or temporarily unable to work Payments for fulltime students and australian apprentices aged 25 or older | |
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Become a Foster Carer and support for carers | |
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Provide a range of specialist mental health services in both community and in patient settings across HNE to infants, children, young people, their families and carers. Referral can be made by contacting the Mental Health. Local CAMHS services are available in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter Valley. | |
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We offer Community lunch programmes. The lunches are held fortnightly. | |
We offer food care services - minimal cost / low cost groceries fruit and veg, canned foods, dairy | |
City Sleep Safe is a not-for-profit charity established to assist people who are homeless and sleeping rough. | |
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BBQ lunch every Friday | |
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Low intensity home Support program for seniors > 65 years old (CHSP services offered are Transport, Domestic Assistance, Personal, Respite, Social Support | |
Report a child at risk, foster and kinship care, guardianship, adoption, Children's Court, Laws, legal help, Mandatory Reports, parenting, programs, services | |
Help and support, emergency housing, financial help, types of violence, AVO, deciding to leave, how to stay safe, legal help | |
Find out how we can help you find or keep your housing, how to apply for private rental assistance or social housing, understand your rights and responsibilities as a tenant or request help with a property and find out more about management transfers | |
A statewide telephone service providing information, assessment and referral to specialist homelessness services, temporary accommodation and other appropriate services for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. | |
Social Housing, Tenancy Facilitation, Bond Loans, RentStart, Advance Rent, Temporary Accommodation, Rental Subsidies. Application process and assessment guideline apply. | |
Looking for a nutritious meal in a safe environment? Everyone is welcome every Tuesday (February to Christmas) to receive a free 3 course meal. The meal is served at 6pm. Whether you are a regular or this is your first time you are welcome to come and share a meal, conversation and friendship. | |
We offer $2 cooked lunches and desserts. | |
Adult and older person mental health service. Services include triage, assessment and treatment of people with acute mental health issues, case management, crisis management and support, mental health education, psychosocial group or individual interventions and family support. Also offers the supported recovery program for adults over 18 with psychosocial rehabilitation and assistance with access to disability support services. | |
A community housing provider that provides a diverse range of housing programs including social and affordable housing for low to moderate income households. | |
Applications for social housing waitlist, assistance with Rentstart, Start Safely and Bond Loans | |
Compeer matches volunteers in one to one friendship with people who have become socially isolated due to mental illness. As in any friendship, volunteers and their friends spend time together enjoying activities such as chatting over a cup of coffee, going to the movies or enjoying activities of mutual interest. The friendship is supported by Compeer staff and the health professional applying to the program. | |
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Contact: Leo - Informal support group for people recovering from mental health issues 1st and 3rd Friday of each month, 5:30pm to 7:30pm | |
Contact: Grant - For Dads/Granddads and their pre-school children. Fotheringham Park, Victoria Street, Taree Saturdays 9:30am to 11:30am | |
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Provides a free hot meal, refreshments and good conversations to those in our community who are in need of support. | |
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Provides home doctor visits in Newcastle, Maitland, Raymond Terrace and Lake Macquarie. Calls taken 2hrs prior to opening hours. Charges apply after midnight until 8am. Bulk billing offered. | |
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Recovery Services seeks to bring hope, healing and wholeness to all people adversely affected by alcohol, other drugs and gambling by providing a range of services and support to addicts, families and significant others whose lives have been affected by addiction. This can include group discussions, one-on-one sessions, alcohol and drug education, chapel services, work activity therapy and vocational training. Our centres are abstinence based, drug-free environments and our programmes provide a holistic treatment service that will help achieve physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual well-being. | |
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At Dundaloo we provide support and access for every participant to live their own life as independently and individualised as they choose (i.e. Shared Living, Supported Independent Living) | |
DSS provide a person-centered, day support program that is individualised and flexible to meet the needs of the participants. From our 83 Wingham Road premises, we currently offer a cooking program which focuses on skill development in preparing food in a healthy way, different styles of cooking, knife handling and kitchen hygiene. A Money Management program is also being delivered. | |
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This hostel provides boarding accommodation for tertiary students and those completing training in Newcastle. | |
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The Early Intervention Prevention Placement Program (EIPP) is a FREE service, which is offered to the community and has the ability to co-locate with other local services and schools. The EIPP Program works with young people and families who are experiencing safety issues, homelessness, drug and alcohol misuse, relationship issues with peers or family, culture, legal, health & mental health, education issues or going through a tough transitional time. The program can provide case planning and management to help young people & family achieve their goals, Asist in advocacy, referring to other services and providing support to address issues they are experiencing. | |
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Food & Utility assistance drop in centre. Current Centrelink Income Statement is required. | |
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"Our health centre offers: •Community nursing service •Community nutrition •Continence service •Hunter aged care assessment team (ACAT) •Occupational therapy/Home modifications •Physiotherapy •Podiatry •Wound/procedural clinics •Child and family health service •Drug and alcohol counselling •Harm minimisation program •Kalediscope services - Speech pathology and audiometry •Oral health services (dental)" | |
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The Neighbourhood Centre Project primarily provides information, referral, community activities and acts in a management, support and development role for services, projects, community groups and individuals in the local area. We can assist with: •Job Search, Resume Development •No interest loans •Community Playgroup •Community Garden •Justice of the Peace •Referall to other services | |
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Non-profit benevolent organisation providing health, wellbeing, social services and cultural activities to the multicultural, CALD and broader Hunter Region communities. | |
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An under 21 expecting Mums support group. Just drop in. Fotheringham Park Thursdays 3.30—4.30 during school terms | |
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For Aboriginal children, families & communities in the Newcastle and Port Stephens region. Provides a meeting place for people to interact and volunteer as well as supported referrals for people who need more targeted or intensive support, parenting groups, early childhood education, care or support. To obtain a referral pack please contact the Families NSW Work, Aboriginal Family Worker. | |
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Housing Contact Centre to apply for social housing Over the phone contact. | |
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The Family Relationship Advice Line is a national telephone service that helps families affected by relationship or separation issues, including information on parenting arrangements after separation. It can also refer callers to local services that provide assistance. | |
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Familiy support and counselling. | |
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We support families through counselling services | |
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Support in recovery for people with mental health issues along with housing in the community, work and recreational activities. | |
Flourish can help you find and set up your home, including identifying suitable housing in your community. We can also connect  you with other services to help you find a job, volunteer, join in leisure activities and become part of your local community. | |
Partners in Recovery (PIR) is a Commonwealth Government (Department of Health) Initiative aiming to better support people with severe and persistent mental illness and complex needs, and their carers and families, by connecting them more effectively with the services and supports they need. | |
Bring your health care/pensioner card or proof of Centrelink benefit. Foodbank sells fruit veggies, milk, pasta, sauces, breakfast cereals, tea, coffee, cold drinks, snack foods and frozen goods. Our tea room offers hot drinks, milkshakes, cakes & slices, activities, board games, card & jewellery making. | |
Food vouchers by appointment only. Home visits in extreme circumstances | |
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Counselling services including Information and referral, child behavioural issues, parentling skills, skills development ie cooking and budgetting. | |
If you are having trouble making ends meet or are unable to meet your debt commitments, FNC can negotiate with your creditors, assist with bankruptcy and help you weave your way through the red tape of government departments like the Child Support Agency or Department of Social Security. Free Service | |
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12 step program & support group. Locations around Newcastle. | |
Offers free face-to-face gambling and financial counselling in Muswellbrook, Scone and Singleton for anyone affected by problem gambling, including family, partners and friends. | |
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Food care shop with affordable groceries and free bread. | |
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Helping Hands is a one-stop service for all your Home and Personal Care needs. My Aged Care (ACAT) or NDIS assessment criteria may apply | |
Short term crisis accommodation, crisis intervention, personal support, recreational activities, social/Living skills | |
Part of the Samaritans. Supports men women and children who are facing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness because of complex issues with their housing situation. Over the age of 24. Can also be accessed through Link 2 Home 1800 152 152 | |
Youth Homelessness Service Taree, Forster and Gloucester. Service includes: residential crisis accommodation for 16-17 year olds; transitional accommodation and support; outreach support. 24 Hour message service. Can also be accessed through Link 2 Home 1800 811 474 | |
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We pride ourselves in delivering personalised and dynamic programs in a warm and caring environment. Our professional and highly skilled staff have a strong commitment to Literacy and Numeracy and helping all students be the best that they can be. | |
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headspace Maitland is a safe space to talk when you’ve got a lot going on. You can contact our friendly staff if you are: - Stressed or can’t stop worrying - Finding it difficult to concentrate with studies - Wanting to cut down your drinking or drug use? - Want more info on sexuality, gender diversity or relationships - Being bullied, hurt or harassed - Wanting to know more about contraception? | |
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Hunter New England Health is committed to delivering high quality health care to the community. | |
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Intensive pre employment support where young people can get help to set and achieve their employment and education goals. TTW is focussed on on building a young persons confidence and readiness to enter employment | |
Youth workers are available to assist local young people who may be experiencing hardships, need support, advocacy and assistance or just want somebody to talk to. Services include programs and individual Case Management. Referrals accepted from individuals, agencies, parents and carers | |
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Supports Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with accommodation, health and vocational needs | |
We offer meals for dinner on Thursday evenings. | |
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Housing NSW and participation social housing providers will help clients to access a range of housing assistance: • Private rental assistance • Private rental subsidies • Temporary Accommodation • Emergency temporary accommodation • Supported and crisis accommodation • Affordable housing • Social housing To apply for housing assistance, clients need to go to the nearest Housing NSW office to complete an application form. Clients should take the following documents with them, if possible: • 2 forms of ID • A Centrelink Income Statement or payslips • Bank statements going back 4 weeks | |
Housing NSW and participation social housing providers will help clients to access a range of housing assistance: • Private rental assistance • Private rental subsidies • Temporary Accommodation • Emergency temporary accommodation • Supported and crisis accommodation • Affordable housing • Social housing To apply for housing assistance, clients need to go to the nearest Housing NSW office to complete an application form. Clients should take the following documents with them, if possible: • 2 forms of ID • A Centrelink Income Statement or payslips • Bank statements going back 4 weeks | |
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Provides free legal advice to people who live, work or study in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens, Great Lakes and Hunter Valley regions. | |
Hunter New England Health is committed to delivering high quality health care to the community. | |
Aim to improve health and reduce drug-related harm for individuals, their families/carers, and the wider community. Services include: • Pharmacotherapy (methadone and buprenorphine) • Counselling services including Cannabis Clinic, Stimulant Treatment Program, Community Counsellors • Court Diversion Programs (MERIT and Adult Drug Court) • Harm Minimisation Team (needle and syringe program). Services are located at a various community health centres around Newcastle and Hunter Valley. Phone for assessment, referral and brief advice. | |
Providing coordinated Support for People with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness and Complex Needs. PIR is a Commonwealth Government (Department of Health) Initiative aiming to better support people with severe and persistent mental illness and complex needs, and their carers and families, by connecting them more effectively with the services and supports they need. PIR has a focus on assisting people to access the NDIS (where eligible), and to access their NDIS supports based on existing plans. | |
Free advice, information and advocacy for tenants. | |
Services for women include counselling, groups, workshops and referrals for women in the Newcastle and Hunter region | |
We provide disability services, disability care, youth, family, mental health and community support in Newcastle and several regions of NSW | |
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Counselling, Mediation/ Family Dispute Resolution, Parenting Plans Childrens Contact Centre, Parenting Grups | |
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The night Care Van provides food and beverages to visitors at Islington ISP carpark each Saturday afternoon and evening. The Night Care Van is a potential outreach opportunity for disadvantaged people to access other services via information and referral. | |
Specialised Program which is funded through the Department of Communities & Justice for Out Of Home Care clients with Significant Disabilities. | |
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A safe and supportive place for women and children who are experiencing domestic violence or are homeless. Includes emergency crisis accommodation, supported crisis accommodation and assistance to find longer term accommodation. | |
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Offers a safe refuge home for up to 11 women and children in Cessnock. | |
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A community based mental health service for adults living with a mental illness. Self referral is accepted. | |
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Kamira Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment Services Inc provides residential treatment options for women, pregnant women, and women with children who are experiencing problematic alcohol and/or other drug use across New South Wales. | |
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When you call Karitane Careline a friendly and experienced Child and Family Health Nurse will support you with guidance and encouragement on your parenting journey. Our professional team are here to support you with topics that include: •Sleep and settling •Feeding •Playing and connecting with your baby •Your feelings and adjustment to parenting | |
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Ready to talk about anything. Services also include web chats, email and lots of web based information. For ages 5-12 years and 13-25 years. | |
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Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society aims to provide education and employment opportunities for young Aboriginals through provision of hostels . Walk in and by phone appointment. | |
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We are committed to delivering high quality health care to the community. | |
We provide quality education in a caring, secure and challenging learning environment. Our highly experienced, professional and skilled teachers demonstrate their commitment to promoting excellence in student outcomes by ensuring a stimulating and supportive learning environment and by fostering a partnership between the student, teacher and parent to achieve the best possible education. | |
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Educates and equips people with the tools to recognise and help someone who is at risk of suicide. Offers support and memorial services for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. | |
Lifeline’s telephone crisis support (13 11 14) is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for the cost of a local call (mobile phone calls are free of charge). | |
Lifeline Mid Coast’s Support After Suicide Bereavement Groups are for adults who have experienced the loss of someone through suicide. They are open groups, facilitated by trained, experienced people who have also lost a loved one to suicide. The group meets on the 4th Wednesday evening of the month January – November from 6pm - 8pm at Lifeline’s rooms at 5 Sherwood Road, Port Macquarie | |
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Church volunteers assisting the community. | |
Information & telephone referral service for people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. They work in partnership with a range of homelessness services. If you are Aboriginal you can ask to speak to an Aboriginal worker | |
Link2home is the new, state-wide homelessness information and referral telephone service. Includes: · information about local services · an assessment to determine what kind of help is needed · Referral to appropriate specialist homelessness services, support services, temporary accommodation and/or other services. 24 Hour Service | |
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We offer breakfast on Tuesdays and welcome a gold coin donation. | |
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Children aged 0-7 will be connected with a therapist | |
Psychology services support for many areas including autism, down syndrome, development delays, anxiety, behavioural problems, learning difficulties, bullying, anger management, ADHD | |
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Children aged 0-7 will be connected with a therapist | |
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MSS runs a group program called Managing Anger for Men and Women and is available for people aged 16 years or older free of charge. | |
MSS provides a general counselling service and offers face to face counselling at Taree with some appointments also available at Gloucester and Tuncurry. Counselling services are free of charge. | |
MSS provides a variety of quality aged care services to elderly community members to assist them to continue living independently and safely in their own home. The services are delivered either through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) or via a Home Care Package (HCP). | |
NILS loans are provided to enable people living on low incomes the opportunity to purchase significant or essential new household items, or a service, that improves their quality of life or enhances social and economic participation. Application Process involved. | |
Triple P, 123 Magic, Circle of Security, Bringing up Great Kids, Drumbeat, Tuning into Teens, Supported Playgroups | |
We can transport our clients from their home to their appointments and back again. Additionally, MSS provides a weekly pick up/drop off bus service in both the Taree and Port Macquarie areas. | |
Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month, 10am at Amber House, 144 Commerce Street, Taree. Contact is Denise Neal | |
Food parcels Information and referral Fresh bread and vegetables available on Fridays from table in foyer. 9.30am to 12.30pm Tues, Fri at the Ministry Centre,Albert Street, Taree Income statement required | |
Food Parcels and vouchers for Food, Fuel, Telstra and Electricity (EAPA) Appointment Only Referrals accepted Individual assessments | |
The Mental Health Court Support and Referral (MHCSR) Project provides information, referral and court support for people with a lived experience of mental health issues. Trained volunteers can assit people that face Taree local court or tenancy tribunals. Also provide links to legal and community services. | |
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Marli Accommodation Services provide a new model of housing for the homeless, one that offers on site support services, combined with links to local welfare services. They provide residents with food parcels, a supply of fresh produce, clothing assistance, education, medical and mental health linking and referral, as well as transport to facilitate contact with those services. | |
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For men with children either homeless or at risk of homelessness. Providing housing assistance, person centred support provided by Case Managers, Mental Health Nurse, Private Real Estate Agent & other wrap around supports to maintain tenancy. Assertive Outreach to people sleeping rough. | |
Drug & Alcohol outreach service to families with young children. Home visits with one-on-one counselling. | |
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Professional telephone and online counselling, information and referral service for men. Specialist capabilities around family, relationship concerns, loss and grief, loneliness, mental illness and parenting concerns. | |
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Mater Mental Health Centre Services including: • Short term acute (Newcastle and Lake Macquarie) • Older Persons • Mental Health and Substance Use Access to specialist mental health assessment is via presentation to Emergency Department. | |
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Directly links you with local and if needed state wide Mental Health Services. | |
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The Mental Health and Substance Use Service operates a centre based community facility for people with comorbid mental health and substance use problems. Services provided include assessment, treatment and referral as well as consultation to other health professionals around dual diagnosis issues. The treatment options include a range of group based interventions suited to people who are at different stages in their recovery. | |
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We offer hot meals and food parcels. | |
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Family Referral Services (FRS) are intended to assist children, young people, and families who do not meet the statutory threshold for child protection intervention, but would benefit from accessing specific services to address current problems, prevent escalation, and foster a protective and nurturing environment. FRS are intended to link vulnerable children, young people in need of assistance, and their families, with the most appropriate available support services in their local areas. | |
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Providing care and assistance to all veterans through mateship and advocacy. Contacts a broad range of organisations including crisis housing and DVA white cards, conducting hospital and home visits covering Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Port Stephens and Lakes. | |
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Mission Australia Housing provides affordable housing to individuals or families on low to moderate incomes who are having difficulty securing housing in the private rental market. It is designed for working households and the rent we will charge you is up to a maximum of 80% of market rate. Assessent criteria and process | |
ParentsNext helps eligible parents to plan and prepare for employment by the time their children go to school. ParentsNext providers work with parents to help them set education and employment goals, develop a pathway to achieve their goals and link them to services and activities in the local community. Referrals through Centrelink or self referral | |
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MNC Autism Parent and Carer Support Group meets 1st Wednesday of each month (except school holidays), 10am at 219 Victoria Street (Upstairs). Contact Tracey Fernance | |
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Parenting programs, Emergency assistance, Child and family support, Referrals, Energy Accounts Payments Assistance (EAPA), Chemist Vouchers. Walk in’s and over the phone. | |
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A welcoming environment where families can heal and be guided to stabilise their lives and venture onwards to a brighter future. Access to mentors, disability services, case coordination, legal guidance, financial guidance, health care, educational services, parenting programs, workshops and combined family events. Meetings for safety, support, companionship & guidance. | |
Mental health care, parenting skills training and practical support to mothers in NSW, living with a complex mental health condition, who have children under the age of five.  | |
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If you are struggling to make ends meet, My House Pantry is a non-profit food charity that provides basic food including fresh and packaged foods and evening meals. | |
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Narcotics Anonymous is a NFP fellowship or society of men or women for whom drugs have become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. Tuncurry meeting is every Sunday at 7.30pm at Uniting Church, Cnr Bent Street and South Street, Tuncurry. Forster meeting is every Wednesday at 7.30pm at the Uniting Church Hall, 36 McIntosh Street, Forster. | |
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1800RESPECT is the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. It is a confidential service and we provide support for: •People experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, sexual assault, domestic or family violence •Their friends and family •Workers and professionals supporting someone experiencing, or at risk of experiencing sexual assault, domestic or family violence | |
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We offer free bread, cheap groceries and fruit & vegetables. | |
New Horizons specialise in disability, mental health and aged care. Specialising in: • disability • mental health • aged care • Indigenous supports • homelessness early intervention & prevention • youth support services • humanitarian & justice | |
Hot meals every Thursday evenings. We also provide counselling services, NIL loans, advocacy and referrals. | |
Individual and family counselling, parenting and relationship groups, eeekend camps & social events (kids included) | |
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Inpatient unit for children and adolescents 5 to 17 years old with mental health problems. No outpatient assessments made. The ward also has dietitians, OT, teachers and social workers. | |
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Assisting migrants & refugees in Newcastle with relevant needs & services. We provide a range of services in the areas of settlement, aged care, youth and vulnerable families across the Hunter, Central Coast and New England regions of NSW. | |
Nova provides a range of assistance to women, with or without children and who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Nova provides: • Counselling • Court Support • Advocacy • Referrals • Case management | |
Nova work with women who become homeless, to help identify affordable private rental, social housing or other suitable long-term, sustainable housing, and if required, the provision of safe and supported interim accommodation. Nova provide case management, work with other agencies and link to support such as education and employment, to wrap around the services needed to address your individual needs. | |
Nova has partnered with other organisations to provide easy access to our services out in the community. If times are tough for you at the moment, and you are worried you might lose your home, or you need information or advice about renting, or managing debts or relationships, drop by and chat with one of our Mobile Support Workers. We can talk about how to stay housed, contact your landlord or real estate agent, look at other housing, provide practical support, or just help you find answers to your questions. • 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at Belmont Neighbourhood Centre • 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at Morisset | |
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Telephone counselling, information & referrals for women experiencing or who have experienced domestic violence. | |
Statewide telephone counselling and referral service for women experiencing domestic violence | |
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Provides A place for people to sleep in their vehicle as well as hot showers, dry towels, toilets, kitchen facilities, assistance to connect with other services. | |
Services including homework support, tax help, computer classes, office area (photocopying, scanning, printing, laminating for a small fee), resume writing & free food program. You will need to bring your Medicare/Pensioner Card and shopping bags. | |
We assist women and children escaping domestic violence, and offer a tranquil setting and try very hard to make it a home not so much a refuge. We offer in house workshops dealing with DV, plus we have wonderful case workers who come to ‘Jodi’es Place’ to work with the women also. | |
Pacific Link Housing offers tenant support programs and work with the government to develop housing solutions. They also offer tenants a range of support programs to help those who are able regain their independence and return to private housing. | |
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Parent Line counsellors are there when you need help or support. For immediate parenting support call us. | |
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Partners and carers of Veterans support group. Meets 2nd Friday of the month, 9.30am at Mayo Private Hospital Conference Room. Contact Brenda Rawland | |
Youth, Govt funded, programs for children and adults, school holiday activities, gymnastics, Driver intervention programs | |
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Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia supports women, men and families across Australia affected by anxiety and depression during pregnancy and in the first year of parenthood. PANDA operates Australia’s only National Helpline for individuals and their families to recover from perinatal anxiety and depression, a serious illness that affects up to one in five expecting or new mums and one in ten expecting or new dads. | |
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This service offers a range of community outreach services for homeless pets and their people to help them remain together while they get back on their feet, and to be as healthy and happy as they can be. These include distributing food for pets through our charity partners, providing emergency boarding and foster care for pets, and access to veterinary services. | |
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"This service assists families with temporary housing for pets of people who are seeking refuge from domestic violence, and helps to address the link between animal and human abuse and child protection. The Safe Beds Program is not a long-term solution to the housing of the pet, but it gives domestic violence victims peace of mind and allows them to secure their own safety and make arrangements for the future." | |
This service assists people 65 years of age or older with temporary foster accommodation and/or emergency boarding of the pet should the owner require medical treatment, respite or other assistance. We also help with veterinary treatment, assist with pet grooming, and conduct home visits to assist with basic pet care. These services are also available to palliative care patients of any age who are socially isolated. | |
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If you are a victim of a crime, other than life threatening or time critical emergency situations, you should contact the PAL allows you to report crime over the phone. Once your report is completed by a customer service representative, your information is immediately available to your local police. | |
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Playgroups, Child, Youth and Family Counselling, Aboriginal Culture Groups, Homework Groups, Computer Tutor, The Village Program (TAFE for Young Women), Parenting Groups, Domestic Violence Support Group, Work Development Orders, iRespect in local highschools | |
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Smart Recovery. For all addictive behaviours | |
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The No Interest Loan Scheme is an alternative line of credit for individuals and families on low income. NILS provides small loans with no fees, interest or charges. | |
Reach is a street outreach that aims to aid the needy, isolated or marginalised. Provides a free BBQ, water, clothing, blankets, hygiene bags, weekend survival packs and referrals to other health and welfare organisations. | |
We offer food parcels and crisis bags. | |
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Services including counselling, family dispute resolution (mediation) and a range of family and community support and education programs. | |
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Food, Electricity/Gas (EAPA), Telstra, prescriptions, fuel. Call assessment line Monday- Friday 9.00 am-5.00pm - Assistance provided Thursday 9.00am– 12:00pm. Must have Centrelink Reference Number | |
Food parcels Appointment Only Centrelink referrals or agency referrals Must have health care or Pension Card to buy food voucher at shop Food Bank, Frozen Meals Mon to Thurs 9.00 am – 3.00 pm Tue 9am – 12pm | |
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• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs • Accommodation and homelessness services • Addiction recovery services • Aged Care Services • Chaplaincy • Disaster recovery and emergency services • Doorways and emergency relief • Employment • Funerals • Legal • Salvos Stores and op shops • Youth support networks and programs | |
Food parcels, food vouchers, pharmaceuticals, clothes Current Centrelink income statement is required on arrival. Open Wednesday from 11am - 1.00pm at Anglican Church Blue Cross (White building at fromt of church). No appointments, drop in only | |
• Food vouchers and food parcels • EAPA vouchers (electricity and gas) • Telstra vouchers • Chemist assistance • Clothing and Financial options support • Material or Financial assistance • Help with food and utility assistance Current Centrelink Income Statement required. | |
Assist persons with a mental illness to navigate the Mental Health system, liaison with GPs and other professionals and communty organisations as required | |
The Taree Womens refuge provides short term crisis accommodation and outreach to women and their children. The refuge is staffed only by women to support women and their children experiencing domestic violence | |
We provide individuals and families on low incomes with access to safe, fair and affordable credit. | |
Gambling Counselling and support. Monday and Tuesday 9am - 3pm | |
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SANE Australia is a national mental health charity working to support four million Australians affected by complex mental illness. SANE’s work includes mental health awareness, online peer support and information, stigma reduction, specialist helpline support, research and advocacy. | |
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Soul Café provides free hot meals to the homeless and those at risk of homelessness. Come into Soul Café and get to know the Soul team. They will help you with a meal, takeaways or food café packages as well as connecting you with other services when available. Services include: free weekly medical clinic, mental health nurse, podiatry, hearing screening, Centrelink, Legal Services, disability advocacy services, Jenny’s Place Women’s Service, chaplaincy, haircuts, SMART Drug & Alcohol, Narcotics Anonymous, Gamblers Anonymous and other support services. (lift access available) | |
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With a minimum spend of $5-2 we offer free loaves of bread, free haircuts, free Christmas hampers & toys. | |
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The St Vincent de Paul Society No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) offers people on low incomes the opportunity to purchase essential household items or services that can improve quality of life. Loans of up to $1,500 are available with no fees, no interest, no extra costs and low repayments for the entire loan. This limit is extended to $2,000 for people who have experienced (or are experiencing) domestic violence. You can apply in any of the St Vincent de Paul Society NILS sites across NSW. | |
Our Shops are a treasure trove of bargains of all kinds - clothing, accessories, homewares, books, CD’s and DVDs, furniture, sporting goods and more. | |
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Cutting edge psychological treatment and support to help people heal the scars of torture and refugee trauma and rebuild their lives. | |
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They will take your details and contact you at a convenient time. | |
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Early intervention mental health program based at a primary school one day per week. Working with students that the school identify as having a wellbeing need either one on one or in a group. As well as working with families of the students to make changes in the family system. | |
We are a not-for-profit serving West Wallsend and surrounding areas. Our purpose is to work with the community to fulfill its potential. With the help of our community, we organise fundraisers, exciting community-building events, and in-depth training sessions for our volunteers. | |
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A telephone and online support service for those at risk of suicide, their carers, those bereaved by suicide and professionals who support suicidal clients. The Suicide Call Back Service supports callers through a series of professional counselling sessions to work through difficult emotions. | |
Dementia Care Support Group. Meets 1st Tuesday of the month, 10am at St Johns Church, Victoria Street Taree. Contact Ellen Brown | |
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Recovery service for young people aged between 16-30 years who have experienced the onset of psychosis within the past 2 years. Group programs and individual support. | |
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Connect people with refuges to keep them safe. Supply food hampers, clothing, dignity bags and toys for families. | |
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• Services every day • Information & referral • Emergency relief vouchers • St Vincent de Paul attend on Wednesdays for prearranged collection of EAPA vouchers for Utilities • Tax help • Justice of the Peace services • Oz Harvest and food hampers • OOSH (before & after school) Centres | |
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Support for young people to access healthcare and improve health outcomes by appointment. The service also provides education and consultation to others working with young people in the community. | |
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Thrive Wellness Hub is a Community of like-minded practitioners. We all share the same vision of supporting you to THRIVE, on an emotional and physical level. Our practitioners include Relationship Therapists, Counsellors, Herbal Medicine, Naturopaths, Nutritionist, Chiropractors, and Massage Therapists. Thrive is in the process of expansion and our new warehouse space will provide both practitioner rooms and group workspace. | |
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We assist people with transport needs, and servicing power and gas accounts. We continue to assist people by advocating on their behalf in tribunals, preparing them for court or by providing case assistance for a court appearance or hearing. We offer a referral service to other agencies with relevant services. Our involvement in the Energy Accounts Payment Assistance (EAPA) program enables us to assist many disadvantaged people not only with assistance for their power and gas accounts but, achieve outcomes in managing accounts and charges for power services. | |
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Tresillian is an early parenting service offering families guidance in the early years of their child's life. We support new parents around breastfeeding and settling baby, as well as dealing with post-natal depression and nutrition. | |
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Young Aboriginal people who are homeless or at risk. Medical services, training & mentoring & linking to services. | |
Provides support and advocacy for people over 50 years of age who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or living in unsuitable accommodation. Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Port Stephens, Hunter areas. | |
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Provide support to people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless including: • short and medium term housing • assistance to find long term housing • support and advocacy to maintain current tenancy • education and information • referrals and personal/living skills • household management | |
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Victims Services provides support, referrals and free counselling to people who have been victims of crime in NSW. Also supports victims to access their rights which are set out in the Charter of Victims’ Rights. | |
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We offer free bread and cheap groceries, a fruit & vegetable cafe, support services & chaplaincy services and hot food. | |
We are committed to caring, supporting and equipping our students for a brighter and more successful future, both educationally and socially. | |
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Out of Homecare, Early Intervention, Hunter Koori Youth Service, Community Support Service, Housing for Youth. Walk in’s and over the phone. | |
Waratah PS Provides quality learning experiences for its students in a stimulating environment. The environment created allows students to benefit from the support and co-operation of parents and the community. Effective links developed with the University of Newcastle and Waratah Technology High School result in academic, cultural and sporting programs specifically designed to enrich learning and teaching. | |
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Women’s and children’s refuge offering emergency accommodation and support for women who are homeless due to domestic violence. Also offer court support, children’s activities, outreach support, advocacy, housing support, child support and referrals. | |
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Offers children up to 12 years old from disadvantaged homes an extra family environment through ‘aunties’ and ‘uncles’ who invest in their lives and provide mentoring, care, and guidance. | |
Brighter Futures tailored support services help to build strong well-functioning families where children can live safe from abuse and neglect and have improved wellbeing outcomes. | |
Catering services for business needs across Sydney’s CBD, Parramatta, Macquarie, Olympic & Norwest Business Parks, Sutherland Shire and Mascott etc | |
We provide homes for people and families on low to moderate incomes across NSW. We provide a range of housing products including crisis accommodation, transitional housing, general social housing, fee for service housing, affordable housing and disability housing. | |
Supports anyone in NSW who is connected to gambling with criminal law, family law, wills and estates, civil law (credit) and any legal advice. | |
Community Participation is provided to Wesley SIL residents only | |
Enhancing the wellbeing of older people living in residential aged care facilities or in their own homes through social experiences with community volunteers - operating in Newcastle and the Hunter region of NSW. | |
One of Sydney’s premier conference venues in the heart of the CBD. | |
The Wesley Connect program serves those in our city who are facing hardship, crisis, homelessness, or other significant challenges | |
Provides foster care and homes for children and young people who can no longer live with their families | |
Support and assistance to disability clients living in their own homes. The support can range from domestic assistance to community access. | |
Plan management is when a provider supports clients to manage funding in your NDIS plan. | |
Provides financial and material aid to those experiencing financial hardship | |
Supports and assists people with a disability to find work in open employment through vocational and non-vocational supports including training, mentoring, employment preparation, marketing. Supports Employers to employ a person with a disability. | |
The objective of the grant is to provide financial assistance to individuals to escape a violent relationship and thereby reduce the barrier of financial insecurity to leave a violent relationship. The Escaping Violence Payments (EVP) will also contribute to Australian women and their children being safe, and living free from violence in safe communities. | |
Wesley Family Centre helps you to better engage with your child at a younger age, as well as connecting you with a network of other families. Caring for families and children within the Dungog and surrounding communities - operates out of Dungog Shire Community Centre. | |
Providing support for people facing financial difficulties and hardship | |
Providing guidance and support to people and families, facing hardship as a result of problem gambling | |
Providing an efficient and quality service to restore your facilities to a pristine state. | |
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Support and assistance within Sydney's north, for those who are ageing and wish to remain independent within their own homes. | |
Providing Home Modifications and Home Maintenance services to support elderly and people with a disability to remain independent in their own homes - a Funded service (CHSP and NDIS) | |
Providing Occupational Therapy services through functional assessments for elderly and people with a disability to determine the most appropriate assistance required to maintain independence in their own home. | |
Responds to homelessness and homeless risk of families (families include a child, and this package targets families that include a male) | |
Providing addiction treatments and mental health care to people in need and their families. | |
Keeping children living in out of home care or foster care connected with their birth families | |
Assertive, non-clinical care providing case management for those that have recently attempted suicide, experiencing suicidal ideation or at risk of suicide including self-harm behaviours. | |
Professional suicide prevention training to educate and equip Australians with the tools to recognise and help someone who is at risk | |
Helps people living with a disability build confidence and independence, operating in the Lewisham area. | |
support and assistance we provide in a shared living situation to meet your daily goals. We assist with supervising tasks of daily life in a shared living environment, with a focus on developing the skills of each individual to live as autonomously as possible. The support is provided to each person living in the shared arrangement in accordance with their need. | |
Counselling and support program servicing clients accessing Wesley Missions Independent Living Units and other programs (inclusive of Opportunity Pathways, Wesley Hospitals etc) | |
Employees are given flexible employment opportunities and provided with employment support to ensure that each person can reach their individual goals. | |
Providing before and after school hours care, and vacation care programs operating our of Quakers Hill Public School. | |
Assists parents to enter workforce after having children. | |
Providing Grounds Maintenance, Gardening and Cleaning Services to Commercial, Industrial and NDIS clients | |
Works with youth who are at risk of homelessness-early intervention | |
A residential aged care facility with accommodation, lifestyle services and level of care you need to live the life you want | |
Wesley Retail sells affordable, second-hand clothing and goods such as jewellery, kitchen ware and furniture in the Newcastle region of NSW. Funds raised through the item sales at Wesley Retail funds critical Wesley Mission community services. | |
A residential aged care facility with accommodation, lifestyle services and level of care you need to live the life you want | |
Learning opportunities for people over 55 years old to help you learn new skills and socialise. | |
A place where older people can experience social interactions with their peers in a friendly environment | |
support and assistance we provide in a shared living situation to meet your daily goals. We assist with supervising tasks of daily life in a shared living environment, with a focus on developing the skills of each individual to live as autonomously as possible. The support is provided to each person living in the shared arrangement in accordance with their need. | |
Support Coordination strengthens a participants ability to design and build their supports with an emphasis on linking with broader systems of support. | |
support and assistance we provide in a shared living situation to meet your daily goals. We assist with supervising tasks of daily life in a shared living environment, with a focus on developing the skills of each individual to live as autonomously as possible. The support is provided to each person living in the shared arrangement in accordance with their need. | |
Providing meaningful employment and training opportunities for people living with a disability - operating | |
Assists young people aged 15 to 25 as they transition from living in out of home care to living independently | |
Works with troubled school-aged young people and encourage schools to accept and fully enact anti-bullying programs. | |
Delivering accredited training and education programs, as well as short courses that meet the needs of both individuals and organisations | |
Wesley WorkSmart targets 12–17-year-olds who are at risk of long-term unemployment. | |
Services for children and young people up to 18 years of age who show the early signs of, or are at risk of developing mental illness. | |
We provide a variety of services to young people in the Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Bowraville and Nambucca regions, including a crisis refuge for 14-17 year olds, transitional housing for 16-25 year olds and outreach services for 12-25 year olds. | |
A voluntary, early intervention program based in Western Sydney that works alongside young people and their families where there is an identified risk to a child or young person’s safety, welfare, or well-being. Ages 9-15 | |
Responds to homelessness and homeless risk of families (include couples without children) | |
Works with troubled school-aged young people and encourage schools to accept and fully enact anti-bullying programs. | |
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Westlakes Community Counselling provides counselling and psychological services in the Lake Macquarie and Newcastle areas. | |
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Drop in Emergency Relief centre. Current Centrelink Income Statement is required. | |
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We offer a low cost grocery store. | |
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The Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Services (WDVCASs) provide court support, advocacy, referrals and information. Some WDVCAS have specialist workers to help Aboriginal women, or women from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. | |
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Counselling, information and referral for members of the community who are suffering as a result of abuse within the home, either current or in the past. | |
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Samaritans supports children and their families going through challenging times in Newcastle. | |
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