Keeping You Safe & Strong
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While some people get by really well and have strong support networks already, Yoorrook recognises this isn’t the case for everyone. If you are upset by any content on this website, or if you or a loved one require support, the following services are available to support you:
Find support:
13 Yarn
The first national crisis support line for mob who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. They offer a confidential one-on-one yarning opportunity with a Lifeline-traned Aboriginal & Torress Strait Islander Crisis Supporter.
Hours: 24/7
Phone: 13 92 76
First Peoples' Health and Wellbeing
Hours: Mon-Thurs 9:00am to 5:00pm, Fri 9:00am to 1:00pm
Yarning SafeNStrong
Hours: 24/7
Phone: 1800 959 563
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First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing
First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing is an Aboriginal community controlled health service aiming to improve access to affordable primary health care in urban Melbourne. Clinics are located in Thomastown and Frankston, and online appointments are available.
Suicide Call Back Service
Suicide Call Back Service is a free nationwide service providing phone and online counselling to people who are feeling suicidal, are worried about someone or have lost someone to suicide.
Australian Childhood Foundation
Counselling for children and young people affected by abuse.
National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline
An Australia-wide telephone hotline for reporting abuse and neglect of people with disability.
Contact details
Men’s Referral Service
Supports men and boys who are dealing with family and relationship difficulties. 24/7 telephone and online support an information service for Australian men.
Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre
This is a 24-hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services (NATSILS)
National body supporting regional services, including VALS
Djirra (Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service)
Legal and non-legal support for Aboriginal people experiencing family violence, including intervention orders, family law, and child protection
Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service (VALS)
Family, civil, and criminal law; police and prison accountability; specialized programs for young people
Contact details
Victoria Legal Aid (VLA)
Free legal information, education, and advice; representation for low incomes and those experiencing disadvantage.