Child and adolescent mental health services (0-18 years)
The Primary Health Networks (PHNs) fund a range of different low, moderate and high intensity psychosocial support services. For more information, please contact your local PHN.
Adult specialist mental health services (16-64 years)
People seeking asylum and on temporary protection visas are eligible.
Mildura — Sunraysia Community Health Service
General counselling services that provide a supportive and collaborative environment to discuss your concerns.
Geelong — Barwon Child Youth and Family (BCYF)
If you are a refugee or asylum seeker who has experienced torture and other traumatic events in your country of origin, or while fleeing your country, you can access torture and trauma counselling at BCYF.
ADEC
Action on Disability in Ethnic Communities (ADEC) is a state-wide service for people with disabilities and their carers who are from ethnic backgrounds. Their services include Access and Support, Advocacy, Education, Group Activities, Respite Program, and Transcultural Mental Health. A person must have a valid Medicare card (green or blue) to be eligible for ADEC services.