Health Navigation Community Directory
The Health Navigation Community Directory is designed to assist individuals find the necessary support and services to enhance their well-being and age in health.
| Organisation name | Contact Details | Address | Description of service | Type of Support | Web address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quit HQ (Smoking) | 13 78 48 | N/A | Queenslanders can access the specialised Quitline service to get personalised support and advice along their quit (smoking) journey. It is a telephone service that gives access to counsellor support 7 days a week. | Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Smoking etc) | https://www.quithq.initiatives.qld.gov.au/ |
| Gambling Help Online | 1800 858 858 | N/A | Gambling Help Online complements existing services by offering opportunities to access counselling and information services when people are unable or unwilling to meet face-to-face. | Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Smoking etc) | https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/ |
| Gambling Helpline | 1800 858 858 | N/A | Gambling Help is a free and confidential counselling and support service which operates during business hours across Queensland. Gambling Help services are located in 12 regions and operate out of approximately 22 sites across Queensland. All services are free, confidential and available to anyone negatively impacted by gambling. | Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Smoking etc) | https://www.gamblinghelpqld.org.au/ |
| Brighton Wellness Hub | 07 3631 7568 | Crn 19th Ave and Hornibrook Highway, Brighton, QLD, 4017 | The Brighton Wellness Hub provides a space for our community to access services, activities and information that support healthy ageing. | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/community/locations/brighton-wellness-hub |
| Brilliance Counselling and consulting | 0424 855 581 | Scarborough QLD 4021 | Specialised counselling for couples, individuals, LGBTIQA, Transgender/CIS, Same sex, trauma, Meditation, Natural Medicine | Mental Health | https://www.brilliancecounselling.com.au/about-us |
| Tashas Therapeutic Counselling | 0431 998 593 | 25 Drem St, Toogoolawah, QLD, 4313 | Therapeutic Counselling, specialising in LGBTIQ needs, Trauma, suicide+self-harm, Addictions, Chronic Pain, Mental Health | Mental Health | https://www.Facebook.com/TashasTherapeuticCounselling |
| Australian Transgender Support Association of Queensland | 07 3705 7663 | Booval, Ipswich, QLD, 4304 | Support, Connection, Counselling, info & referrals | LGBITQ+ | https://www.atsaq.org.au/contact |
| Stonewall medical centre | 07 3857 1222 | 52 Newmarket road, Windsor QLD, 4030 | Medical service, sexual health and general needs of LGBTQI+ | LGBITQ+ | https://www.stonewall.com.au/ |
| LGBTIQ Legal Service Inc | 07 3124 7160 | Level 1, Oxley House, 20 Hockings Sttreet, West End, QLD, 4101 | LGBTIQ free legal advice | LGBITQ+ | https://lgbtilegalservice.org.au/ |
| The Queensland Council for LGBTI+ Health | 07 3017 1777 | 22 Helen street, Tenerife QLD 4005 | Community led and community owned health and well being service, representing the diversity of our communities. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.qc.org.au/ |
| Clinic 30 | 07 3017 1777 | 30 Helen st Tenerife, QLD, 4005 | Comprehensive sexual and mental health service (Bulk billed) | LGBITQ+ | https://quac.org.au/ |
| QLIFE Australia | 1800 184 527 | N/A | Phone line support service- anonymous free LGBTQIA+ peer support & referral- sexuality, identity, gender, feelings, relationships and mental health. | LGBITQ+ | https://qlife.org.au/ |
| Relations Australia (Rainbow counselling service) | 1300 364 277 | 481 Gympie Rd Strathpine, QLD, 4500 | Specialist counselling service for LGBTQI+ their families and Allys | LGBITQ+ | https://www.raq.org.au/ |
| Awakened Counselling | 0491 687 257 | Caloundra, Sunshine Coast, QLD | Face to face, online and phone counselling covering the LGBTQI+ community. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.awakenedcounselling.com.au/lgbtqia |
| Holdsworth house medical Fortitude Valley | 07 3894 0794 | 116 Robertson st, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006 | "Medical Practice for LGBTQIA+ Specialist, Psychs, Dental, Dermatology, allied health, womens health and gyno" | LGBITQ+ | https://www.holdsworthhouse.com.au/ |
| UQ union - Queer Collective (university) | 07 3377 2200 | N/A | LGBTIQ Community group based at the university of Queensland. Facilitate social charitable and political events. Supplies clothing and binders. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.uqu.com.au/contact |
| My Aged Care - Short Term Restorative Care | 1800 200 422 | N/A | My Aged Care is a scheme providing government funded care services. Funding for Short Term Restorative Care is one option. It provides 8 weeks or 56 days of support to regain independence. All enquiries begin by making contact with the scheme through the My Aged care website. | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/ |
| Queenslanders with Disability Network | 1300 363 783 | N/A | Peak Body | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://qdn.org.au/about-qdn/ |
| My Aged Care - Commonwealth Home Support Package | 1800 200 422 | N/A | My Aged Care provides funding for aged care services. A Commonwealth Home Support Package is one option. It provides assistance with basic tasks around the home e.g. housework, personal care, meals and food preparation, transport, shopping, allied health, social support and planned respite. All funding begins by making contact through the My Aged Care website | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/ |
| Autism Queensland | 13 11 14 | N/A | Autism QLD is the State peak autism body, providing a comprehensive selection of education, therapy and support services to assist autistic children and adults, their families, carers and others supporting and working with them. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://autismqld.com.au/ |
| My Aged Care - Home Care Package | 1800 200 422 | N/A | My Aged Care provides funding for aged care services. A Home Support Package is one option. It provides assistance to older people with more complex needs. There are four levels of need related to functional decline. There are more packages available for lower levels needs than higher level needs. All enquiries need to begin by contacting the My Aged Care website. | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/ |
| Better Hearing Australia | 07 3844 5065 | 433 Logan Road, Stones Corner, QLD, 4012 | State Government Disability Peak and Representative Body for Queenslanders who are hard of hearing. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://bhabrisbane.org.au/contact-us/ |
| My Aged Care - Permanent Residential Aged care and Residential Respite Care | 1800 200 422 | N/A | My Aged Care provides funding for aged care services. Permanent Residential Care or Residential Respite are two options. These arrangements are for people who can no longer live at home because they need on-going assistance or whose respite needs can only be met at a nursing home. All enquiries begin by contacting the My Aged Care website. | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/ |
| Deaf Connect | 07 3892 8500 | 915 Ipswich Rd, Moorooka QLD 410 | Deaf Connect is the largest whole-of-life service provider for Deaf, Deafblind and hard of hearing Australians, with offices across Queensland and New South Wales, as well in Adelaide, Melbourne and Darwin. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://deafconnect.org.au/contact-us |
| Down Syndrome Queenslanders (all people with intellectual Disability) | 1300 407 327 | N/A | Peak Body Service to Queenslanders with Disability, their family members and carers across ten categories of disability. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://idqld.org.au/ |
| Guides Dogs Queensland | 07 3500 9001 | 1978 Gympie Rd, Bald Hills, QLD, 4036 | "We empower people with vision loss to achieve, independence, participation, inclusion and wellbeing." | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://qld.guidedogs.com.au/ |
| Seniors Enquiry Line | 1300 135 500 | N/A | Seniors Enquiry Line is a state-wide information and referral service for Queensland seniors, families, friends, grandparents and carers. | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://seniorsenquiryline.com.au/ |
| Jobs and Training Support | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about careers, jobs and training support with links to specific groups e.g. older workers, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://www.qld.gov.au/jobs/jobs-and-training-support/programs-for-you |
| Queensland Poison Information Centre | 13 11 26 | N/A | The role of the Poisons Information Centre is to provide the general public and health professionals of Queensland with prompt, up-to-date and evidence- based clinical information and advice to assist in the management of poisonings and suspected poisonings. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.childrens.health.qld.gov.au/chq/our-services/queensland-poisons-information-centre/ |
| Mental Health Services Information | 13 74 68 | N/A | Queensland Government webpage providing a range of information to direct people to mental health services, including 1300 MH CALL, a mental health access line. | Mental Health | https://www.qld.gov.au/health/mental-health |
| Carer Support Information | 13 74 68 | N/A | State government information about support including: aged care, care at the end of life, voluntary assisted dying, respite care and home help, loss and bereavement, cancer awareness and support, counselling, relationship help and domestic violence, medical aids and equipment, shared decision making, travel assistance. | Carers | https://www.qld.gov.au/health/support |
| Queensland Community Support Scheme | 1800 600 300 | N/A | QCSS provides a small amount of help to keep or regain independence so people can continue living safely in their home and actively participate in their community. Eligibility: UNDER 65 years old (or under 50 years old for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people) with a disability (and are not eligible for the National Disability Insurance Scheme), chronic illness, mental health or other condition, or other circumstances that impact their ability to live independently in the community. | Under 65 support | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/getting-support-health-social-issue/community-home-care-services/queensland-community-support-scheme |
| Alcohol and Drug Support | 1800 177 833 | N/A | To assist families throughout Australia to deal with alcohol and other drugs issues in a way that strengthens relationships and achieves positive outcomes. Family Drug Support provides up to date information on all aspects of alcohol and drug use relative to the families of people who use substances. FDS also operates a National 24 hr, 7 day a week telephone support service for families affected by alcohol and other drug issues. | Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Smoking etc) | https://www.fds.org.au |
| Alcohol and Drug Support | 1800 177 833 | N/A | 24/7 support for people in Queensland with alcohol and drug concerns | Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Smoking etc) | https://adis.health.qld.gov.au/ |
| Family Drug Support | 1300 368 186 | N/A | To assist families throughout Australia to deal with alcohol and other drugs issues in a way that strengthens relationships and achieves positive outcomes. Family Drug Support provides up to date information on all aspects of alcohol and drug use relative to the families of people who use substances. FDS also operates a National 24 hr, 7 day a week telephone support service for families affected by alcohol and other drug issues. | Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Smoking etc) | https://www.fds.org.au |
| Counselling Online (Drug and Alcohol Support | 1800 177 833 | N/A | Free and confidential service that provides 24/7 support to people across Australia affected by alcohol or drug use. | Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Smoking etc) | https://www.counsellingonline.org.au/ |
| End of Life/Voluntary Assisted Dying | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about Voluntary Assisted Dying including Queensland Voluntary Assisted Dying Support Service (1800 431 371 and Email:qvadsupport@health.qld.gov.au) | End of Life | https://www.qld.gov.au/health/support/voluntary-assisted-dying |
| Elder Abuse Prevention Unit | 1300 651 192 | Level 5, 192 Ann Street, Brisbane Qld 4001 (correspondence only) | The Elder Abuse Prevention Unit is funded by the Queensland Government and operated by UnitingCare. We are here to promote the rights of all older people in Queensland to live free from abuse. | Legal Services (Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse etc) | https://eapu.com.au/ |
| Aged and Disability Advocates (ADA Australia) | 1800 818 338 | Head office 121 Copperfield Street Geebung, Qld Australia 4034 (correspondence only) | ADA Australia is an independent not for profit organisation that offers a wide range of advocacy and education services, as well as targeted projects and resources. | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://adaaustralia.com.au/ |
| Queensland Human Rights Commission | 1300 130 670 | Level 20 53 Albert Street Brisbane (cnr Albert and Margaret Streets near the City Botanic Gardens) | "We work to protect and strengthen human rights in Queensland, and to help build a fairer, safer, and more inclusive community. | Legal Services (Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse etc) | https://www.qhrc.qld.gov.au |
| DVConnect | 1800 811 811 | N/A | We help Queenslanders find pathways to safety, away from domestic, family and sexual violence. We provide emergency transport and accommodation for your entire family including pets. We also provide safety planning, crisis counselling, intervention, information and referrals at no cost to you. | Legal Services (Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse etc) | https://www.dvconnect.org |
| Public Dental Services Information | 13 74 68 | N/A | For ELIGIBLE clients only. Public dental services are delivered via a range of facilities including mobile dental clinics, school dental clinics and community dental clinics. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.qld.gov.au/health/services/oral-eye-ear/dental-services |
| Home Assist Secure | 13 74 68 | N/A | "Home Assist Secure is a service for Queenslanders aged 60 years and over, or people of any age with a disability, who cant undertake or pay for critical home maintenance without assistance. This service provides safety-related information, referrals and subsidised assistance. Your local Home | Housing and Homelessness, Food Bank, Home Assist | https://www.qld.gov.au/housing/buying-owning-home/maintenance-modifications/maintenance-assistance/home-assist-secure |
| Beyond Blue | 1300 224 636 | GPO Box 1883 Melbourne VIC 3001 Australia (correspondence only) | Beyond Blue is a reliable source of mental health information, support, and hope. Provides assistance to people whether theyre well and want to stay that way, unsettled or struggling and need support, or in recovery and want to reconnect. | Mental Health | https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ |
| Lifeline | 13 11 14 | Lifeline Queensland Central Support Level 5, 192 Ann St Brisbane QLD 400 | Lifeline delivers a 13 11 14 Lifeline Crisis Support Line, available 24/7, through 10 Lifeline centres providing confidential suicide prevention services with a non-judgmental and compassionate listening ear. It also offers text messages, and online chat services 24/7. | Mental Health | https://www.lifelineqld.org.au |
| Mental Health Access Line - 1300 MH CALL | 1300 642 255 | N/A | 1300 MH CALL (1300 642 255) is a confidential mental health telephone triage service that provides the first point of contact to public mental health services to Queenslanders. | Mental Health | https://www.qld.gov.au/health/mental-health/help-lines/1300-mh-call |
| Richmond Fellowship Queensland - New Access Mental Health Coaching/Program | 1300 159 795 | N/A | "NewAccess mental health coaching is a 6-session guided self-help program designed to provide you with skills to manage everyday life stresses such as work, study, relationships, health or loneliness. Tailored to your individual needs, the program is confidential and free of charge. | Mental Health | https://www.rfq.com.au/service/newaccess/ |
| Finding North Mental Health Online Community | 07 3004 6934 | N/A | A safe and secure online environment for the exclusive use of those who understand mental illness firsthand. The Network is a forum for people to share their experiences, discuss ideas, and develop their voice in speaking to mental health issues in Australia. | Mental Health | https://findingnorthnetwork.com.au/ |
| Grow - Mental Wellbeing Programs | 1800 558 268 | 985 Logan Road Holland Park West, QLD 4121 | "GROW is a community-based organisation that helps thousands Australians with their recovery from mental ill-health through a unique program of mutual support and personal development. The Grow Program is based on a 12-step program of personal growth of mutual help and support. The program is all-inclusive and draws on many principles for mental, social and spiritual health. | Mental Health | https://grow.org.au |
| Support Groups Qld | 07 3344 6919 | 121 Lister Street Sunnybank, QLD 4109 | As a registered Health Promotion Charity funded by Queensland Health, it provides well-orchestrated, robust peer networks as platforms for people on similar paths to share support and resources. Its purpose has three parts: to connect people with a group that shares experiences, to assist existing support groups to grow stronger and help people start groups from scratch. | Social/Engagement (community group, support Group) | https://supportgroups.org.au/ |
| Mood Gym Mental Health Program | moodgym@ehubhealth.com | N/A | Moodgym is an interactive program designed to identify problems with emotions like anxiety and depression. People learn skills that can help them cope with these emotions. Moodgym is based on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy which have been shown to be successful in preventing and treating depression and anxiety. | Mental Health | https://moodgym.com.au |
| Fortify Health Group - Mental Health Support | 07 3416 6660 | Unit 2/1470 Logan Road, Mount Gravatt & 2 Athena Grove, Springwood | Fortify supports people from all walks of life, including children, adults, refugees, asylum seekers, international students, migrants, and their spouses, offering a range of specialist mental health programs and NDIS services that promote emotional and social wellbeing and reduce the risk of mental illness. | Mental Health | https://fortifyhealth.com.au/ |
| World Wellness Group - Multicultural Helpline | 1300 079 020 | N/A | Support and information to find aid, assistance and mental health services in any language. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://worldwellnessgroup.org.au/ |
| Queensland Transcultural Mental Health Centre | 07 3317 1234 | Woolloongabba Community Health Centre Level 2, 228 Logan Road Woolloongabba QLD 4102 | The Queensland Transcultural Mental Health Centre is a specialist state-wide service that works to ensure people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds receive culturally responsive mental health care and support. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://metrosouth.health.qld.gov.au/qtmhc |
| Queensland Program of Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma | 07 3391 6677 | 28 Dibley Street, Woolloongabba QLD 4102 | QPASTT (Queensland Program of Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma) is a non-government, not-for-profit organisation with no political or religious affiliations providing culturally responsive services to promote the health and wellbeing of people in Australia who have sought safety from persecution, torture and war related trauma. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://qpastt.org.au |
| Culture in Mind - Mental Health Support Service | 07 3333 2100 | 33 Stoneham St, Stones Corner, Qld 4120 | A support service for people from multicultural backgrounds living in the greater Brisbane region who are aged 18+and experiencing severe and complex mental health issues requiring specialised mental health services. We are culturally responsive and are a mobile team that outreaches to the north and south side of Brisbane and works with individuals at three support levels: low, medium, and high. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://worldwellnessgroup.org.au/culture-in-mind/ |
| Mensline Australia Mental Health Services | 1300 789 978 | On the Line, PO Box 2335, Footscray VIC 3011 | MensLine Australia is a free telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men anywhere, anytime. | Mental Health | https://mensline.org.au/mens-mental-health/ |
| SANE - Mental Health Support | 1800 187 263 | N/A | SANE focuses on supporting people who experience complex mental health issues, trauma and supporting the mental health of those who are autistic and people with an intellectual disability. | Mental Health | https://www.sane.org/ |
| Open Arms - Mental Health Support | 1800 011 046 | GPO Box 9998 Brisbane QLD 4001 | Federal Government program. Open Arms Veterans & Families Counselling (formerly VVCS) is Australias leading provider of high quality mental health assessment and clinical counselling services for Australian veterans and their families. We are focused on meeting client needs through a combination of proven clinical practices and new and emerging evidence-based approaches. It provides telephone, online and group support. | Veterans | https://www.openarms.gov.au/ |
| Carer Gateway | 1800 422 737 | N/A | "Carer Gateway is an Australian Government program providing free services and support for carers. It is for people who care for a family member or friend with disability, a medical condition, mental illness, or who is frail due to age. | Carers | https://www.carergateway.gov.au/ |
| Dementia Australia | 1800 100 500 | Ground Floor, 33 Park Road, Milton QLD 4064 | "Dementia Australia provides information, education and support e.g. Dementia kit for carers, Support for families and carers, Information and ideas for carers, Education for carers, Help sheets Help sheets for First Nations Resources | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.dementia.org.au/ |
| Carers Queensland | 1300 747 636 | Level 1, Lutwyche City Shopping Centre, 120 Chalk Street, Lutwyche QLD 4030 | "Carers Queensland is committed to providing specialised carer and disability support services. Carers Queensland works to advocate for equal rights, opportunities, and enhanced outcomes for families. | Carers | https://carersqld.com.au/ |
| Seniors Enquiry Line | 1300 135 500 | N/A | "Seniors Enquiry Line is a free, state-wide information and referral service funded by the Queensland Government Department of Seniors, Disability Services and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships. Anyone can call Seniors Enquiry Line you dont have to be a senior. One call can put you in touch with a real person who can provide information and referrals | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://seniorsenquiryline.com.au/ |
| ARAFMI - Association of Relatives and Friends of the Mentally Ill | 1300 554 660 | N/A | "Arafmi is a not-for-profit organisation that provides supports to mental health carers and carers of NDIS clients. | Carers | https://arafmi.com.au/ |
| Mental Health Foundation Australia | 1300 643 287 | G1, 10 Yarra St, South Yarra VIC 3141 | The Mental Health Foundation Australia works to be the leading provider of inclusive advocacy, awareness, education, support, research and resilience that promote mental health for all. Telephone and online support for those outside VIC. | Mental Health | https://www.mhfa.org.a |
| My Aged Care - Carers Information | 1800 422 737 | N/A | "Information about: Carer Gateway telephone service and website Resources, services, and support groups for particular needs | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/caring-someone |
| National Continence Helpline | 1800 330 066 | Suite 1, 407 Canterbury Road Surrey Hills VIC 3127 | The National Continence Helpline is staffed by Nurse Continence Specialists who offer free, confidential information, advice and support to people affected by incontinence and bladder and bowel health. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.continence.org.au/ |
| Department of Health and Ageing | 1800 020 103 | Department of Health and Aged Care GPO Box 9848 Canberra ACT 2601 Australia | Online information relating to 125 disease or health related topics | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.health.gov.au/topics |
| National Public Toilet Map | N/A | N/A | The National Public Toilet Map provides information on over 23,000 facilities across Australia, including toilets, adult change and baby change. Where available, information on accessibility, opening hours and amenities, such as showers and sharps disposal are included. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://toiletmap.gov.au/ |
| Queensland Government - Information for Carers | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about community support for carers | Carers | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/support-for-carers |
| RSL - Returned Services League | 13 47 75 | PO Box 629 Spring Hill Qld 4004 | "RSL Qld is the largest ex-service organisation in Queensland, providing practical support, assistance, advice and camaraderie to current and former Australian Defence Force members and their families across the state. | Veterans | https://rslqld.org/ |
| Department of Defence - Support for Veterans | 1300 333 362 | N/A | "Defence provides a range of services, assistance and resources to support ADF members and their families | Veterans | https://www.defence.gov.au/ |
| Survive to Thrive Nation | N/A | N/A | Providers of the worlds first online, evidence based, mental health and transitioning personal development program for current and former service personnel with 24hr optional online peer support and mentoring | Veterans | https://survivetothrivenation.com/ |
| Defence Special Needs Support Group | 1800 037 674 Email: brisbane@dsnsg.org.au | PO Box 31 Deakin West, ACT, 2600 | The Defence Special Needs Support Group Inc is a non-profit benevolent volunteer organisation established to assist Navy, Army and Air Force families with a family member with special needs. The term special needs basically covers the full range of medical, disability, therapy and education needs. | Veterans | http://dsnsg.org.au/ |
| Services Australia | 13 23 07 | N/A | "Services Australia provides government payments - through Centrelink and Medicare - in the areas of: raising kids; living arrangements; ageing; work; education; health and disability. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/ |
| Aged and Disability Advocates (ADA Australia) | 1800 818 338 | Head office 121 Copperfield Street Geebung, Qld Australia 4034 (correspondence only) | ADA Australia is an independent not for profit organisation that offers a wide range of advocacy and education services, as well as targeted projects and resources. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://adaaustralia.com.au/ |
| Fortify Health Group - Mental Health Support | 07 3416 6660 | Unit 2/1470 Logan Road, Mount Gravatt & 2 Athena Grove, Springwood | Fortify supports people from all walks of life, including children, adults, refugees, asylum seekers, international students, migrants, and their spouses, offering a range of specialist mental health programs and NDIS services that promote emotional and social wellbeing and reduce the risk of mental illness. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://fortifyhealth.com.au/ |
| Queensland Government | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information on Seniors Card, Seniors Card + Go and Seniors Business Discount Card | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://www.qld.gov.au/seniors/legal-finance-concessions/seniors-card |
| Queensland Government (Concession Cards) | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about Carer Business Discount Card | Carers | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/support-for-carers/carer-card |
| Queensland Government (Concession Cards) | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about Companion Card for people with a disability | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/subsidies-concessions-passes/companion-card/about-companion-card |
| Federal Government (Concession Cards) | N/A | N/A | Information about Commonwealth Seniors Card | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/income-test-for-commonwealth-seniors-health-card?context=21966 |
| Federal Government (Payments and Concession Cards) | 132 307 | https://findus.servicesaustralia.gov.au/ - for local service centre addresses | Information about concessions e.g Commonwealth Seniors Card; Commonwealth Health Care Card; Low Income Health Card Card; Pensioner Concession Card. Information about payments e.g. Age Pension; Disability Pension; Carers Payment; Supplementary Payments - rent, energy, utilities, pharmaceuticals | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/ |
| Federal Government (Staying Healthy) | 132 307 | https://findus.servicesaustralia.gov.au/ - to locate local service centres | Information about Chronic Health conditions, getting help with hearing loss, health care payments | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/health-care-and-ageing?context=60057#chronic |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 1800 838 372 | Department of Veterans' Affairs GPO Box 9998 Brisbane QLD 4001 (correspondence only) | DVA offers the following support - financial, health, advocacy, transitioning to civilian life, support for indigenous veterans | Veterans | https://www.dva.gov.au/ |
| Good Shepherd | 1800 737 732 | Level 1, 485 La Trobe Street, Melbourne 3000 | Good Shepherd offer No-Interest Loans and offer financial assistance | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://goodshep.org.au/ |
| Financial Counsellors Association of Queensland | 07 4051 1224 | 2/76 Lake St Cairns City 4870 | The FCAQ is a not for profit organisation whose members provide a free and accessible financial counselling/paralegal service to low income and disadvantaged consumers. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://fcaq.com.au/ |
| Queensland Government (Retirement Planning) | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information to help people plan for retirement financially - Retirement Planning Checklist | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.qld.gov.au/seniors/retirement/retirement-planning-checklist |
| Bravery Trust | 1800 272 837 | Lvl 18, 1 Nicholson St, East Melbourne 3002 | Bravery Trust provides financial education, financial counselling and financial aid to current and ex-serving members of the Australian Defence Force. Our service is free, confidential and independent. | Veterans | https://braverytrust.org.au/ |
| Legacy | 1800 534 229 | Level 3, 47 York Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 | Legacy's mission is to relieve financial hardship - ensuring veterans access Government payments and offering top up payments where required, reduce social isolation - clubs, events and holidays for veterans, families and widows, and provide education support to children within veteran families. | Veterans | https://www.legacy.com.au/ |
| Moneysmart (Federal Government Initiative) | 1300 300 630 | N/A | Moneysmart assists people to manage their money, reduce debt, plan for the future and grow your wealth. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://moneysmart.gov.au/ |
| Moneysmart for Indigenous Australians (Federal Government Initiative) | 1300 365 957 | N/A | Information and resources on managing money for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples including ASIC's Indigenous Outreach Program. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://moneysmart.gov.au/indigenous |
| Salvation Army | 07 3001 6288 | N/A | The Salvation Army can offer urgent financial assistance, finance counselling, money management assistance and financial planning | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/need-help/financial-assistance/ |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | 1800 846 643 | 10 Merivale Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101 | Vinnie's offers a No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS). The NILS scheme will lend up to $2000 to low income earners with repayments from $35 per fortnight. This is for the purchase of essential goods and services, such as whitegoods (refrigerators, washing machines), medical/dental services, car registration (six months) and other household items. To be eligible to apply you must: have been at your current address for a minimum of three months; be classified as low income earner or receive a Centrelink payment and be over the age 17. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://qld.vinnies.org.au/ |
| Lifeline | 13 11 14 | N/A | A number of centres operate Financial Counselling support services to assist people with budgeting and prioritising of expenses, referrals, and the relief of financial burden. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.lifeline.org.au/ |
| Caxton Legal Centre Inc - Seniors Legal and Support Service | 1800 954 494 | Turbot Place, Level 23, 179 Turbot Street, Brisbane City 4000 | The Seniors Legal and Support Service (SLASS) provides free legal and social work support for older persons experiencing elder abuse, mistreatment, neglect or financial exploitation. Access their services by telephone or phone to arrange a face-to-face meeting. | Legal Services (Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse etc) | https://caxton.org.au/how-we-can-help/seniors-legal-and-support-service/ |
| Relationships Australia - Elder Abuse Prevention and Support Program | 1300 364 277 | https://www.raq.org.au/locations - to check local venues | Our Elder Abuse Prevention and Support Service is a free case management service providing assistance to those at risk or experiencing elder abuse through individualised support and referral. | Legal Services (Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse etc) | https://www.raq.org.au/services/elder-abuse-prevention-and-support-service |
| Relationships Australia - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Program | 1300 364 277 | https://www.raq.org.au/locations - for local venues | Local Relationships Australia venues can provide a range of counselling and family support, parenting support or mediation services to address: relationship problems, separation, youth issues, divorce, financial problems, gambling and addiction, impact of disability or imprisonment and stolen generation issues, Sorry Business and suicide. We also link clients to other relevant service providers across the community who we know and trust to carry on that care and support. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.raq.org.au/services/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-program |
| Relationships Australia - Gambling Help Service | 1300 364 277 | https://www.raq.org.au/locations - for local venues | The Gambling Help Service can assist if: you are concerned about your own gambling; you are affected by the gambling of a family member or friend; you are a health and community support worker, working with people affected by problem gambling; or you are a community member interested in understanding more about responsible and problem gambling. | Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Smoking etc) | https://www.raq.org.au/services/gambling-help-program-ghs |
| Relationships Australia - Multicultural Programs | 1300 364 277 | https://www.raq.org.au/locations - for local venues | RA counsellors come from diverse backgrounds and speak many languages, and are committed to working with people to meet their cultural needs in relevant and effective way. Migrants have varying needs due to different experiences with migration, cultural isolation and resettlement, and may need special recognition when accessing counselling, mediation and support. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.raq.org.au/services/multicultural-programs |
| Relationships Australia - Rainbow Program | 1300 364 277 | https://www.raq.org.au/locations - for local venues | The Rainbow Program is a collection of RAQ service provisions, striving to support the mental health and wellbeing of people of diverse bodies, genders and sexualities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender & intersex (LGBTI) people, as well as those questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation. We also support the families, allies and practitioners who, in turn, support those identifying as LGBTI or questioning. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.raq.org.au/services/rainbow-program |
| Relationships Australia - Senior Financial Protection Services | 1300 364 277 | https://www.raq.org.au/locations - for local venues | Our free Senior Financial Protection Service (SFPS) strives to help older Queenslanders in the community make informed financial decisions for later in life; can help older people connect with relevant services that focus on improving their financial resilience; responds to the needs of older persons who may be at risk of financial abuse; supports through referrals to those already impacted by financial abuse, and in some instances, offers financial case management. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.raq.org.au/services/senior-financial-protection-service |
| Relationships Australia - Senior Social Connection Program | 1300 364 277 | https://www.raq.org.au/locations - for local venues | The Senior Social Connection Program (SSCP) strives to help older Queenslanders to improve their community connections and reduce their social isolation. The program includes individual and group supports and interventions that focus on well-being, connectedness, active ageing and safety while addressing relationship, social, legal, financial, accommodation and other issues that may be impacting the older person. | Social/Engagement (community group, support Group) | https://www.raq.org.au/services/senior-social-connection-program |
| Legal Aid | 1300 651 188 | 44 Herschel Street Brisbane Qld 4000 | Legal Aid Queensland gives legal help to financially disadvantaged people about criminal, family and civil law matters. | Legal Services (Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse etc) | https://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/Home |
| Public Trustee | 1300 360 044 | https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/contact/locations/ - for local venues | The Public Trustee is a socially and fiscally responsive Statutory Authority that helps to make decisions that enhance the dignity, rights and interests of Queenslanders, including wills, deceased estates, enduring power of attorney, financial administration, real estate and other services - Elder Abuse Awareness, Structured Decision-Making Framework, Disability and aged support | Legal Services (Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse etc) | https://www.pt.qld.gov.au/ |
| Human Rights Commission | 1300 656 419 | GPO Box 5218 SYDNEY NSW 2001 | The Commission monitors Australias performance in meeting its international human rights commitments. It provides advice and recommendations so that these standards are reflected in our national laws, as well as policies and programs developed by government. | Legal Services (Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse etc) | https://humanrights.gov.au/ |
| Human Rights Commission - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People | 1300 656 419 | GPO Box 5218 SYDNEY NSW 2001 | The Australian Human Rights Commission works to ensure governments, the private sector and civil society acknowledge and implement the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to self-determination, participation in decision-making, respect for and protection of culture, and equality and non-discrimination. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-social-justice |
| Human Rights Commission - Disability Rights | 1300 656 419 | GPO Box 5218 SYDNEY NSW 2001 | The Australian Human Rights Commission, through the Disability Discrimination Commissioner, works with governments, the private sector and civil society to help individuals and organisations understand their rights and meet their legal responsibilities. The Disability Discrimination Commissioner conducts research and encourages reform which further the rights of people with disability and enable them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life and community participation. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/disability-rights |
| Human Rights Commission - LGBTIQ+ Rights | 1300 656 419 | GPO Box 5218 SYDNEY NSW 2001 | Protecting the rights of people form the LGBTIQ+ community | LGBITQ+ | https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/lgbti |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services | 1800 012 255 | https://atsils.org.au/contact/ - for local venues | The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (Qld) Ltd (ATSILS), advances and protects the legal and human rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. ATSILS delivers a broad range of civil, family and criminal law services. In addition, we provide a range of prevention, intervention and community legal education programs, coronial and public sector monitoring and Throughcare services. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://atsils.org.au/ |
| Triple A Murri Country radio | 07 3892 0100 | 2 Ambleside St, West End Qld Australia 4101 | BIMA is a First Nations not-for-profit organisation based in Brisbane committed to providing appropriate media services promoting the cultural and economic aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in south-east Queensland. BIMA owns 98.9fm, Triple A Training, BIMA Projects and BIMA Vision. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://triplea.org.au/ |
| Queensland Courts - Community Justice Group Program | 0418 371 718 | N/A | Community Justice Groups help organise Murri Court, bring Elders/Respected Persons to court and write reports for the court. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.courts.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/681188/public-community-justice-group-contact-chart.pdf |
| Murri Watch | 1300 692 824 | 5B/170 Montague Road PO Box 3947 South Brisbane Qld 4101 | Murri Watch is a community-based organisation located in Queensland. It delivers a range of services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are affected by public intoxication, detained in watchhouses and youth detention centres, or who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Programs and services offered include: Diversionary Program; Cell Visitors Program; Community Patrol Program; Youth Services Program; supported accommodation. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://healthinfonet.ecu.edu.au/key-resources/organisations/?id=1242 |
| LGBTI Legal Service | 07 3124 7160? | Level 1/20 Hockings St 20 Hockings St, West End QLD 4101 | LGBTI Legal Service can assist with many legal issues including; family law, domestic violence, criminal law, discrimination and human rights, employment, gender identity, surrogacy and parenting rights, administrative law and general civil law. | LGBITQ+ | https://lgbtilegalservice.org.au/ |
| Queensland Government - A Guide to Housing Assistance | 13 74 68 | N/A | Qld Government provides a range of housing products and services to help Queenslanders find and keep safe, secure and affordable housing, whether its in the private rental market, home-ownership or in social housing. In Queensland, social housing refers to both public housing and community housing. We will work with you to help you understand the housing help and support you may be eligible for and how to apply. | Housing and Homelessness, Food Bank, Home Assist | https://www.qld.gov.au/housing/public-community-housing/eligibility-applying-for-housing/guide-to-applying-for-housing-assistance |
| Homeless Hotline | 1800 474 753 | N/A | Homeless Hotline is a phone information and referral service for people who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. The Homeless Hotline operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Homeless Hotline helps: single people aged over 16; mothers with children; fathers with children; families; couples; those experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. | Housing and Homelessness, Food Bank, Home Assist | https://www.qld.gov.au/housing/emergency-temporary-accommodation/homeless-persons-information-qld |
| Home for Good | 07 3029 7000 | N/A | Home for Good provides information and advice to everyone who contacts us, whether they are the person in crisis or someone assisting them. If youre experiencing homelessness or are risk of experiencing homelessness, Home for Good can provide information and advice which may assist you to resolve the issue. | Housing and Homelessness, Food Bank, Home Assist | https://www.micahprojects.org.au/ |
| Street Outreach Services | 1300 656 800 | N/A | Street Outreach Services support people who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness to access services and achieve their goals. Mobile Outreach Support and Health Program by Integrated Teams (better known as MOSHPIT) provides a unique health service. Each van offers a fully equipped on board health centre providing check ups, dressings for minor wounds, referrals to other agencies and support in gaining housing. | Housing and Homelessness, Food Bank, Home Assist | https://www.drugarm.com.au/how-we-help/adults/street-outreach-services/ |
| Anglicare - Women at risk of Homelessness | 07 3377 3111 | Webber House, 439 Ann Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000 | Anglicare Homelessness Services in Brisbane offers temporary accommodation and support for: Single adult women who are unaccompanied by their partner or child/children; Single young women (aged 16-25 years) who are pregnant and or parenting children under four years of age. | Housing and Homelessness, Food Bank, Home Assist | https://anglicaresq.org.au/community-support/homelessness/womens-homelessness/ |
| Home Assist Secure | 137 468 | Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economy GPO Box 690 Brisbane Qld 4001 | Home Assist Secure is a service for Queenslanders aged 60 years and over, or people of any age with a disability, who cant undertake or pay for critical home maintenance without assistance. This service provides safety-related information, referrals and subsidised assistance. Your local Home Assist Secure service can provide information about: home maintenance; repairs; minor modifications; safety and security upgrades; other assistance that the Queensland Government provides. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.qld.gov.au/housing/buying-owning-home/maintenance-modifications/maintenance-assistance/home-assist-secure |
| Cost of Living Rebate - Qld Government Information | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about a range of concessions available to assist with cost of living expenses e.g. smart savings; energy; medical and disability; property. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/cost-of-living-support/concessions |
| Seniors Enquiry Line | 1300 135 500 | PO Box 2376, Chermside Central, QLD 4032 | Seniors Enquiry Line is a statewide information and referral service for Queensland seniors, families, friends, grandparents and carers. It can provide assistance with: Concessions; Consumer issues: Financial services; Health; Home help; Housing options; Legal services; Scams; Social and leisure activities; Technology; Transport | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://seniorsenquiryline.com.au/ |
| My Community Directory | 1300 762 515 | PO Box 222, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006 | My Community Directory lists organisations that provide services that are free or subsidised to the public in thousands of locations across Australia. | Directory of local services for all | https://www.mycommunitydirectory.com.au/Queensland |
| Neighbourhood Centres - Qld Government | Web address provides all local contact numbers | Web address provides local venue addresses | Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economy provides operational funding to 128 neighbourhood and community centres which provide friendly, localised access to individual, family and community services. There are centres in rural, remote and urban communities throughout Queensland. The centres provide services to a wide cross-section of the community, including people who are marginalised or have significant needs. | Neighbourhood Centre Directory | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/your-home-community/groups-in-your-community/Neighbourhood-centres |
| Moreton Bay Council - Community Directory (PDF) | N/A | N/A | List of local services in the following area e.g. Aboriginal Services, Accommodation, Ageing, Arts and Creative, Disability, Health, Legal, Recreation and Sport, Transport, Volunteering, Welfare | Local Community Directory | https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Community-Support/Community-Directory |
| Brisbane City Council - Community Program information | N/A | N/A | Information about local community programs in the areas - multicultural services, volunteering, creative Brisbane, housing and homelessness, seniors, disability, ATSI, LGBTIQ+ | Local community information | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/community-and-safety/community-support |
| State Library Queensland | 07 3840 7666 | Cultural Centre, Stanley Place, South Brisbane Queensland 4101, Australia | Source of information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and those researching family history. Loans of book, including musical scores. | Social/Engagement (community group, support Group) | https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/ |
| Volunteer Queensland | 07 3002 7600 | Level 12, 127 Creek Street, BRISBANE Q 4000 GPO Box 623, BRISBANE Q 4001 | Volunteering Queensland is the state peak body and lead voice for advancing and promoting volunteering in Queensland. Th website includes a searchable directory of available volunteer roles. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://volunteeringqld.org.au/ |
| Community First Development | 1800 639 565 | 36 Russell Street PO Box 3205 South Brisbane, QLD 4101 | The Community First Development approach to working with First Nations communities is based on the principle of self-determination. Volunteers are recruited to support several First Nations community-owned and?led?projects. They seek skills in business development, communications, strategic planning, website design and development, youth work, plumbing and carpentry . Volunteers are invited by communities to work alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to achieve community goals. They work flexibly, where possible in their home state or territory, and also remotely using technology. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://www.communityfirstdevelopment.org.au/ |
| Community Visitors Scheme - Public Guardian | 1300 653 187 | Level 16 State Law Building 50 Ann Street Brisbane QLD 4000 | Queenslands Community Visitor Program (visiting program) protects the rights and interests of adults living in visitable sites, and children and young people living in visitable locations across Queensland. A Regional Visiting Manager provides local support and supervision to community visitors within their zone. Community visitors work from home throughout Queensland, and receive support from policy and practice officers and a centrally based visiting support team in Brisbane. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://www.publicguardian.qld.gov.au/about-us/community-visitor-program |
| Volunteer for Parks | 13 74 68 | GPO Box 2454, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, 4001 - correspondence only | Volunteering with Parks will provide the opportunity to: contribute directly to the protection and management of our natural environment; meet new people and develop great networks; gain valuable knowledge, skills, and experiences; put your administrative skills, trade, or tertiary studies to good use for Queensland. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://www.des.qld.gov.au/our-department/employment/volunteers |
| Clean Up Australia Day | 1800 281 319 | Level 4, 233 Castlereagh St Sydney NSW 2000 | Clean Up Australia inspires and empowers communities to clean up, fix up and conserve our environment. Over that time Clean Up Australia has evolved to provide practical solutions to help all Australians live more sustainably every day of the year. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://www.cleanup.org.au/ |
| Roma Street Parklands Volunteers | 07 3403 8888 | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/about-council/contact/visit-council - for Customer Centre locations | Volunteering at Roma Street Parkland provides an opportunity to be involved in the management and delivery of horticultural and visitor services in one of Brisbanes premier parklands. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://visit.brisbane.qld.au/places-to-go/inner-city/roma-street-parkland/contact-us---roma-street-parkland/volunteering-at-roma-street-parkland |
| Conservation Volunteers Australia | 1800 032 501 | Wadawarrung Country 728 Barkly Street BALLARAT VIC 3350 | Conservation Volunteers Australia is the environmental organisation that gets things done for communities and ecosystems. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://conservationvolunteers.com.au/ |
| Volunteers in Policing | crimepreventionprogramunit@police.qld.gov.au - email only | GPO Box 1440 BRISBANE QLD 4001 - correspondence only | Volunteers in Policing (ViPs) are based with police where they work to address customer service, community safety and crime prevention needs in the community. The range of tasks they undertake complements the roles and responsibilities of paid police officers and staff members. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://www.police.qld.gov.au/careers-with-the-qps/volunteers-in-policing |
| United Nations Online Volunteering | N/A | N/A | The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme contributes to peace and development through volunteerism worldwide. We work with partners to integrate qualified, highly motivated and well supported UN Volunteers into development programming and promote the value and global recognition of volunteerism. To register, go to: https://unv.nickelled.com/candidate-registration | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://www.unv.org/become-online-volunteer |
| State Library of Queensland On-site and Online Volunteers | 07 3840 7666 | Stanley Place, South Brisbane Queensland 4101, Australia | SLQ offers on-site volunteering opportunities, including conducting visitor surveys, assisting with school group visits, and helping with wayfinding and activities on the Extra-ordinary Day of celebrations. Additionally digital volunteering continues to grow. Over 60% of applications (85 of 139) received by State Library through the Volunteering Queensland portal were for digital volunteers. | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/get-involved/volunteering/volunteer-program-action |
| Brisbane City Council - Outdoor Activities | 07 3403 8888 | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/about-council/contact/visit-council - for Customer Centre locations | Brisbane City Council manages a variety of outdoor sporting and leisure facilities including sports complexes, swimming pools, water play areas, skate parks, bike paths, boat and canoe ramps, pontoons, fishing platforms, golf courses and tennis courts. Council also runs a wide range of recreation programs catering to different age groups and interests. | Physical/Sports | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/things-to-see-and-do/outdoor-activities#:~:text=Brisbane%20City%20Council%20manages%20a,golf%20courses%20and%20tennis%20courts. |
| Moreton Bay Council - Sport and Recreation | 1300 477 161 | https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Contact - for Customer Service locations | Healthy & Active Moreton provides an avenue for residents to be more active, more often through an exciting range of fitness, recreation and sport activities and workshops. Search hundreds of activities catering for all ages and abilities and take a positive step towards a healthier and more active lifestyle. | Physical/Sports | https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active |
| Queensland Government - Information about Recreation | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information related to recreation and outdoor activities, sport, health and fitness. | Physical/Sports | https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation |
| Queensland Government - Information about Arts, Culture and Heritage | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about arts, culture and heritage | Creative/Arts | https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation |
| Queensland Government - Information about events | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about programs, attractions and events | Creative/Arts | https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation |
| Queensland Government - Information about Sporting Events | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about upcoming sporting events | Physical/Sports | https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/programs-events |
| Spinal Life Australia | 1300 774 625 | enquiries@spinal.com.au | Spinal Life Australia provides an inclusion resource and information service aiming to connect people with disability to services, advice and support they need. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://info.spinal.com.au/peakinclusionprogram |
| Synapse Australia Brain Injury Organisation | 07 3137 7400 | Level 1/262 Montague Road, West End, QLD 4101 | Synapse is Australias Brain Injury Organisation. Synapse provides a range of support services for people who have been impacted by brain injury and disability. These services promote quality of life, self-determination, and choice through information, specialist support, and targeted research activities. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://synapse.org.au/about-synapse/ |
| Queensland Alliance for Mental Health (Psychosocial Disability) | 07 3394 8480 | 443 Logan Road, Stones Corner, QLD, 4120 | Peak Body for the Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Sector. Their role is to reform, promote and drive community mental health and wellbeing service delivery for all Queenslanders; through their influence and collaboration with their members and strategic partners. | Mental Health | https://www.qamh.org.au/ |
| Queensland Community Support Schemes | 1800 600 300 | N/A | If you need a small amount of help to keep or regain your independence, the Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS) can help you to continue living safely in your home and actively participate in your community. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/getting-support-health-social-issue/community-home-care-services/queensland-community-support-scheme |
| Services Australia | 132 307 | N/A | They can help you access payments and services if you are living with a disability. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/living-with-disability |
| Department of Veteran's Affairs | 1800 838 372 | Department of Veterans' Affairs, GPO BOX 9998, Brisbane, QLD, 4001 (Correspondence only) | They can provide financial support to help improve or maintain quality of life. They have payments and support if you have an injury or health condition because of your service. | Veterans | https://www.dva.gov.au/financial-support |
| Medical Cooling and Heating Electricity Concession Scheme | 13 74 68 | Concession Services Smart Service Queensland PO BOX 10817 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000 | The Medical Cooling and Heating Electricity Concession Scheme helps with electricity costs for people who have a chronic medical condition, such as multiple sclerosis, autonomic system dysfunction, significant burns or a severe inflammatory skin condition, which is aggravated by changes in temperature. It currently provides $479.03 (including GST) per year to eligible applicants (eligibility is reviewed every two years | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/cost-of-living-support/concessions/medical-concessions/medical-cooling-heating-electricity-concession-scheme |
| Electricity Life Support | 13 74 68 | Concession Services Smart Services Queensland PO BOX 10817 Adelaide street, Brisbane, QLD 4000 | The Queensland Government provides an electricity life support concession for eligible people who are seriously ill and use a home-based oxygen concentrator or kidney dialysis machine. This concession is to contribute to the electricity cost of running these machines. If you or someone in your household depends on life support equipment, contact your electricity provider and register your household as a life support household. If you lose power, you will be contacted and provided with updates on when it will be fixed. You can register as a life support household even if you are not eligible for the Life Support Concession. | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/cost-of-living-support/concessions/medical-concessions/electricity-life-support |
| Home Assist Secure | 13 74 68 | Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economy GPO Box 690 Brisbane Qld 4001 (Correspondence only) | Home Assist Secure is a service for Queenslanders aged 60 years and over, or people of any age with a disability, who cant undertake or pay for critical home maintenance without assistance. This service provides safety-related information, referrals and subsidised assistance | Finance (Government payment, cost of living, subsidies etc) | https://www.qld.gov.au/housing/buying-owning-home/maintenance-modifications/maintenance-assistance/home-assist-secure |
| Queensland Government - Jobs and Training | 13 74 68 | N/A | Check out a range of programs to support people with disability to find employment or education and training opportunities | Employment/Volunteering/Training | https://www.qld.gov.au/jobs/jobs-and-training-support/programs-for-you/people-with-disability |
| Be Connected | 1300 795 897 | https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/computer-classes-near-you - for local class venues | Be Connected is an Australian government initiative committed to building the confidence, digital skills and online safety of older Australians. Whether you want to pick up new skills or dive into a new topic, you can access our free learning resources online or join one of the thousands of community organisations running free computer classes across Australia. | Senior online safety | https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/ |
| eSafety Commissioner | N/A | N/A | eSafety is an independent statutory office supported by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). eSafety has a range of regulatory functions and powers, which aim to safeguard Australians at risk of online harms and promote safer, more positive online experiences. | eSafety for seniors | https://www.esafety.gov.au/seniors |
| Tech Savvy Seniors - Telstra | N/A | N/A | Our Tech Savvy Seniors program helps you build the skills and confidence to use computers, tablets and smartphones. It includes free or low cost training in libraries and community colleges, and offers quick reference guides in English and 14 other languages. | Technology - seniors | https://www.telstra.com.au/tech-savvy-seniors |
| Council of the Ageing (COTA) | 07 3316 2999 | GPO Box 614, Brisbane 4001 - correspondence only | COTA advances the rights, needs, interests, and futures of Queenslanders as they age by combatting Ageism Changing how we think, feel and act towards age and ageing; Age-friendly Environments developing communities in ways that foster the abilities of older people; Integrated Care delivering person-centred, integrated care and primary health services responsive to older people; Long-term Care providing older people who need it with access to long-term care | My Aged Care / Aged over 65 | https://cotaqld.org.au/ |
| Older Persons Action Program - Moreton Bay | 07 3889 0063 | 865 Gympie Road Lawnton Qld 4501 | Encircle Ltd. offers a range of North Brisbane support services and activities to people living in the area. We work in active partnership across other areas of the Moreton Bay region. It is committed to developing programs and services that support the wellbeing of community members, to encourage and enable community participation, and respond to identified community issues and needs. Encircle operates across 6 sites Lawnton, Strathpine, Kallangur, Redcliffe, Kedron and Zillmere. Our programs and activities demonstrate a wide variety of integrated options for the people in our region. | Social/Engagement (community group, support Group) | https://encircle.org.au/older-persons-action-program/ |
| Older Women's Network Qld | 07 3358 2301 | 505 Bowen Tce, New Farm QLD 4005 | OWNQ is part of a worldwide network looking after the needs & interests of older women. They offer a calendar of social activities across Brisbane, held at venues on Bribie Island, Burnie Brae Community Centre, Caboolture, and Woody Point. | Social/Engagement (community group, support Group) | https://www.ownqld.org.au/ |
| Australian Men's Sheds Association | 07 3631 7641 | Sandgate Shed - 449 Hornibrook Highway Brighton, QLD 4017 | AMSA promotes, advances, and supports an effective and sustainable Mens Shed movement by bringing men together enabling them to lead a positive lifestyle while strengthening communities. We provide practical support, specialised services and resources, and mens health programs and initiatives, to support Mens, Womens and Community Sheds grow as vibrant and thriving community hubs all over Australia. | Social/Engagement (community group, support Group) | https://mensshed.org/ |
| University of the Third Age - Brisbane | 07 3236 3055 | Level 5, 232 Adelaide St, Brisbane 4000 | U3A is the University of the Third Age, which is the age of active retirement, coming after the age of youth and work and home making. University is a loose term - there are no academic requirements for membership and no exams. U3A is a worldwide self-help organisation promoting learning for personal enjoyment and wellbeing. Keeping the brain active, doing interesting things and making new friends are essential for helping older people to maximise their chances of independence, and this is what U3A does very effectively. U3A is making a very substantial contribution to society by helping its members to remain healthy and active for longer. | Social/Engagement (community group, support Group) | https://www.u3abrisbane.org.au/ |
| Multicultural Resource Directory | N/A | N/A | Online resource directory for people who identify as culturally and linguistically diverse | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.des.qld.gov.au/multicultural-affairs/multicultural-communities/mailing-list-resource-directory/directory |
| Multicultural Events Calendar | N/A | N/A | Events calendar for people seeking multicultural events | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.des.qld.gov.au/multicultural-affairs/events/event-calendar |
| Multicultural Australia | 07 3337 5400 | Brisbane Multicultural Centre 28 Dibley Street Woolloongabba QLD 4102 | Multicultural Australia is the contracted service provider to deliver refugee settlement services in Queensland under the Commonwealths Humanitarian Settlement Program. In addition to our work with refugees and asylum seekers, we offer a range of programs, services and support for all newly arrived Queenslanders, their families, employers and communities. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.multiculturalaustralia.org.au/events |
| Brisbane City Council Online Calendar of Multicultural Events | 07 3403 8888 | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/about-council/contact/visit-council - for customer centres | Online calendar of festivals and events showcasing Brisbanes cultural diversity. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/brisbetter/explore/around-the-world-with-brisbanes-top-multicultural-events |
| State Library of Queensland - Multicultural Resources | 07 3840 7666 | Cultural Centre, Stanley Place South Brisbane QLD 4101 | Information resources for clients from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/multicultural-resources |
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| Black Diamonds Community Partnership Assistance Scheme - Brisbane City Council | 07 3403 8888 | Brisbane City Council online information | The Black Diamonds Community Partnership Assistance Scheme supports and partners with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisations to deliver events/projects as identified by their community. The program provides community organisations with the opportunity to apply for financial assistance to develop and implement sporting, recreation or arts-based events and projects that have a strong cultural focus. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/community-and-safety/community-support/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-programs/black-diamonds-community-partnership-assistance-scheme |
| Lotus Place | 1800 161 109 | 46 Cleveland Street, Stones Corner Q 4120 | Lotus Place is a dedicated support service and resource centre for people who experienced abuse in an institutional setting including out-of-home care. Lotus Place provides: a safe place; a space for reliable connections to others, where shared experiences of childhood, and the consequences of this, are respected; a gateway to government and community services. | Service to support victims of institutional abuse | https://www.lotusplace.org.au |
| The Forde Foudation | (07) 3097 5998 | N/A | The Forde Foundation (the Foundation) is a perpetual and independent charitable trust that assists to improve the lives of Forgotten Australians and other people who were in the care of Queensland institutions or foster care as children (known as care leavers). https://fordefoundation.org.au/support-services/ - link to information page about multiple service options | Service to support victims of institutional abuse | https://fordefoundation.org.au |
| Link Up | (07) 3638 0411 | N/A | Link-Up (Qld) aims to bring a sense of peace, identity and belonging to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders who have been separated from their family and culture. It provides support to reunite individuals with their people and country where contact has been lost due to forced removal, fostering, adoption or institutionalisation. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.link-upqld.org.au/ |
| Care Leavers Australian Network | 1800 008 774 | 30 Columbine Avenue, Bankstown NSW 2200 | CLAN (Care Leavers Australasia Network) offers support to people who have grown up in Orphanages, Childrens Homes, Missions, Foster Care and other Child Welfare institutions in Australia and New Zealand. We also support close family members of Care Leavers. | Support for victims of institutional abuse | https://clan.org.au/ |
| State Library Queensland - Indigenous Knowledge Centre | (07) 3840 7666 | Stanley Place, South Brisbane Queensland 4101, Australia | The IKCs work in their communities to document and record the local histories, stories and language as part of their local collections. IKCs coordinate a range of programs and activities that support the documentation, maintenance and preservation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/about/partnerships-and-collaborations/local-government-and-public-libraries/indigenous-knowledge |
| Nungeena Aboriginal Corporation For Women's Business | 07 5496 9766 nungeena.corp92@gmail.com | 60 Streek Road, Glass House Mountains, QLD, Australia, Queensland | Nungeena was formed in 1992, by a group of community minded women, who applied for funding to purchase the property where the organisation is located. The land was significant to their founding mothers because of its location to Mt Beerwah, the mother mountain of the Glass House Mountains group. They acknowledged the spiritual significance of the land to women dream about the possibilites and changes that the land could make for women in the community. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.facebook.com/Nungeena |
| Mibbinbah | 0416 173 975 | https://www.mibbinbah.org/contact - for local venues | Mibbinbah is an Indigenous Health Promotion Charity. It celebrate the great diversity of culture and language represented by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and coordinates a national program of events for men, women and children from our communities, including an annual gathering. It uses locally-defined 'proper way' to establish culturally safe spaces for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men, women and children to explore and enrich our identity, well-being and skills. It creates safe spaces for spirit healing, empowerment, celebration and education & training. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.mibbinbah.org |
| Brisbane Pride Choir | 0415 817 652 | Bulimba Community Centre 1 Barramul Street Bulimba QLD 4171 | The Choir is a group of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer-friendly people who come together to sing and perform in and for our local community. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.brisbanepridechoir.org.au/ |
| Queensland Council for LGBTIQ+ Health | (07) 3017 1777 | 22 Helen Street Teneriffe QLD 4005 | The Queensland Council for LGBTI Health (QC) has been a home for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Sistergirl and Brotherboy people and communities in Queensland for over 35 years. It is proud to be a community led and community owned health and wellbeing service, representing the diversity of our communities. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.qc.org.au/ |
| Queensland Council for LGBTIQ Health - Seniors Visitors Program | 07 3017 1763 Email: amatson@quac.org.au | N/A | The Seniors Community Visiting Service matches trained volunteer visitors with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Intersex, Queer, Sistergirl and Brotherboy senior clients who feel alone or isolated from their community due to health, mobility or other issues. The service supports clients to stay connected with others through having regular contact with their visitor for conversation, social connection and/or outings. It operates alongside but not in place of other in-home care and support services that clients might receive or be looking to access. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.qc.org.au/seniors-visiting-program |
| Queer Readers | qreaders@gmail.com | N/A | Our group aims to foster an inclusive, friendly and relaxed environment for all participants irrespective of age, gender, disability or disadvantage. It caters especially to the needs and interests of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender community and their friends. Members of the group seek to widen their reading interests and explore new genres of writing. A love of reading and a desire to share that love with others is the only criteria to join. | LGBITQ+ | https://queerreaders.wordpress.com/ |
| Queensland Disability Network - Peer Support Groups | 1300 363 783 | https://qdn.org.au/our-work/peer-support-groups/groups-and-locations/ - for local venues | Peer Support Groups connect people with disability to get together to talk about the things that matter to them. They are places for sharing lived experiences, exchanging information, and connecting with people with disability in their local community or around a shared topic or issue. Peer support groups are also leading and influencing change in local communities. They are an avenue for people with disability to have a voice on important issues such as housing, health, transport, education, employment and, human rights. Groups are led by people with disability who are part of the local community. They talk about topics like navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), local activities, and helping each other achieve their goals. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://qdn.org.au/our-work/peer-support-groups/ |
| Translink | 131 230 | GPO Box 50 Brisbane Queensland 4001 - correspondence only | Translink is a division of the Department of Transport and Main Roads with statewide responsibility for buses, trains, ferries and trams across South East Queensland; regional services; demand responsive transit; taxi regulation; long distance rail, coaches and regional air. Our vision and purpose is creating a single integrated transport network accessible to everyone. They offer concessions to seniors, veterans and disability pensioners. | Transport | https://translink.com.au/ |
| Queensland Government Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme | 13 74 68 | N/A | The PTSS provides financial support for travel and accommodation for eligible patients needing to travel to access specialist medical services. If you live in Queensland, and have been referred by a clinician to a specialist medical service that is not available at your local public hospital you may be eligible for a subsidy. | Transport | https://www.qld.gov.au/health/services/travel/subsidies |
| Queensland Government Community Transport Scheme | 13 74 68 | N/A | The Community Transport Program supports people who have trouble accessing transport options to get around their local community because of: where you live; your financial situation; disability, mental health, or chronic health conditions. You may be eligible for the program if you: are under 65 years of age; have no or limited access to other transport options, including public or private transport or transport funded through other funded/subsidised schemes; are an unpaid carer, travelling in your role as a carer; are not receiving transport services for the same or similar purpose under another government program, for example the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), School Transport Assistance Scheme (STAS), Commonwealth Aged Care Programs (including CHSP and Aged Care Packages), or Queensland Health Patient Transport Services. | Transport | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/getting-support-health-social-issue/community-home-care-services/community-transport-program |
| Translink - Concessions for People with a Disability | 13 12 30 | N/A | Online information about disability action plans, services and concession cards including Assistance Animal Pass; Vision Impairment Pass; Translink Access Pass; Companion/Care Card; TPI/EDA Veteran Travel Card, for vet.erans who are totally and permanently incapacitated | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://translink.com.au/travel-with-us/accessibility |
| Queensland Government - Taxi Subsidy and Lift Payment | 1300 134 755 | N/A | The Taxi Subsidy Scheme (TSS) subsidises taxi travelhalf of the total fare, up to a maximum of $30 per tripfor people with severe disabilities. To be eligible you must be a permanent resident of Queensland and fully meet at least 1 of the 6 eligibility criteria, regarding significant restrictions to mobility, vision impairment, uncontrollable epilepsy, intellectual disability or dementia requiring a person to accompany them or emotional/behavioural disorders that require a person to accompany them. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/subsidies-concessions-passes/taxi-subsidy |
| Queensland Government - Travel information for People with a Disability | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about: Long distance rail travel; Airline travel; Travelling with a guide, hearing or assistance dog; Wheelchair accessible taxis; Transport assistance; Public transport; Driving | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/travel-transport |
| Queensland Government - Health information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about: Health services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples including transport to medical services and remote and rural health services; Health worries including mental health support, diet and exercise, relationships and sexual health, alcohol, smoking and drugs, sport and recreation; Community health programs | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.qld.gov.au/health/atsi |
| The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service (ATSICHS) Brisbane | 07 3240 8900 | https://atsichsbrisbane.org.au/contact-us/locations/ - for local venues | The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service (ATSICHS) Brisbane delivers on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. Services include medical and dental clinics, child and family health services, youth services, social and emotional wellbeing programs and services, a midwifery hub, an aged care facility, and a variety of family and child support services including child protection, family wellbeing services, kindergarten programs and a child and family centre. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://atsichsbrisbane.org.au/ |
| Services Australia - Medicare Services for Indigenous Australians | 1800 556 955 - dedicated Indigenous access line | N/A | Information about: Getting started with Medicare; Getting regular health checks; Getting help with the cost of medicine; Identifying as Indigenous | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/medicare-services-for-indigenous-australians?context=60092 |
| Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council | 07 3328 8500 | 36 Russell Street South Brisbane QLD 4101 | Empowering a sustainable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community-Controlled Health Sector, underpinned by cultural safety, strong leadership, governed by principles of self-determination. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Controlled Health Organisations (ATSICCHOs) are health organisations governed and managed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, with the aim of providing culturally appropriate and holistic health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.qaihc.com.au/ |
| Stayin' Strong - Triple A radio | 07 3892 0100 | 2 Ambleside St, West End Qld Australia 4101 | Information about health issues relevant to indigenous australians | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://triplea.org.au/?s=stayin+strong |
| Deadly Choices | 07 3828 3600 | 22 Cox Road Windsor QLD 4030 | We aim to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to make healthy choices for themselves and their families to stop smoking, to eat good food and exercise daily. Deadly Choices also encourages our people to access their local Community Controlled Health Service and complete an annual Health Check. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://deadlychoices.com.au/ |
| Metro North - Better Together Van | 07 31393 235 | Building 26 Chermside Community Health Centre, 490 Hamilton Road, Chermside QLD 4032 | The Better Together Health Van provides screening measures and important health promotion messages to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities within the Metro North catchment. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/better-together-van/ |
| Proppa Deadly - Triple A radio | 07 3892 0100 | 2 Ambleside St, West End Qld Australia 4101 | Proppa Deadly is a project encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to take action against depression and anxiety through the telling of their own stories across the First Nations community radio sector. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://triplea.org.au/category/community/proppadeadly/ |
| Deadly Thinking - Rural and Remote Mental Health | 1300 515 951 | PO Box 1017 Clare SA 5453 | Deadly Thinking is a social, emotional well-being and suicide prevention program specifically designed by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://rrmh.com.au/our-programs/deadly-thinking/ |
| 13YARN - telephone support line | 13 92 76 | N/A | 3YARN [Thirteen YARN] is the first national crisis support line for mob who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. It offers a confidential one-on-one yarning opportunity with a Lifeline-trained Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporter who can provide crisis support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 13YARN empowers our community with the opportunity to yarn without judgement and provide a culturally safe space to speak about their needs, worries or concerns. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.13yarn.org.au/ |
| The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service (ATSICHS) Brisbane - Social Health services | 07 3240 8900 | https://atsichsbrisbane.org.au/contact-us/locations/ - for local venues | The social health team are skilled and qualified to help with a range of things. They can: help you find information about your wellbeing; provide you with support and skills to get through the difficult times; support you to find a doctor who might give you medication that can help. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://atsichsbrisbane.org.au/services/wellbeing-health/social-health/ |
| The Healing Foundation | 02 6272 7500 | Unit 11 (Level 2), 11 National Circuit, Barton ACT 2600 | The Healing Foundation is a national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation that partners with communities to address the ongoing trauma caused by actions like the forced removal of children from their families. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://healingfoundation.org.au/ |
| Finding North - Mental Health Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People | 13 74 68 | N/A | Finding North is a mental health education website that gives access to reliable, evidence-based information that clarifies what they or their loved ones are going through. It uses personal stories to show theyre not alone and gives them hope and the motivation to seek support. Finding North offers answers to the many questions you may be struggling with. It makes the information accessible 24/7 through one resource hub. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://findingnorth.org.au/your-journey/helpful-guides/aboriginal-mental-health-support/ |
| Australian Indigenous Health Infonet | 08 9370 6336 | Edith Cowan University 2 Bradford Street Mt Lawley WA 6050 | Health Infonet aims to make research and other information available in a form that has immediate, practical utility for practitioners and policy-makers in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://healthinfonet.ecu.edu.au/ |
| 2Spirits - Queensland Council for LGBTI Health, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health | 1800 177 434 | 22 Helen Street Teneriffe QLD 4005 | 2Spirits are committed to developing pathways to walk and work together in partnership with agencies to grow health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQ Sistergirl and Brotherboy people across Queensland. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.qc.org.au/2spirits |
| STI Drug Replacement Program, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders | bbvcdu@health.qld.gov.au | N/A | The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sexually transmissible infections (STI) drug replacement program facilitates providing eligible patients with free observed and immediate treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhoea and trichomoniasis within participating health services. The program aims to provide an alternative to sending patients away with a script that may not be filled, which could lead to delayed treatment or untreated infections. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/clinical-practice/guidelines-procedures/sex-health/sti-drug-replacement-program |
| Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council | 07 3328 8500 | 36 Russell Street South Brisbane QLD 4101 | QAIHC provide resources to assist people with a range of health issues including vaccinations, drug use, hearing health, kidney health | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.qaihc.com.au/resources |
| Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Alcohol Service | 07 3358 5855 | 27 Llewellyn Street NEW FARM QLD 4005 | QAIAS provides transitional accommodation for people affected by substance use. Alcohol and drug rehabilitation service mainly Indigenous people. Must be detoxed first. Length of stay: up to three months. 24 hour call. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/australian-health-services/healthcare-service/new-farm-4005-qld/qaias/alcohol-and-drug-information/0a123aef-b776-7053-d555-69113487238e |
| Start Yarning about Gambling - Qld Gambling Help | 1800 858 858 | https://www.gamblinghelpqld.org.au/locations - for local venues | Services are delivered by a network of community-based specialist support agencies which provide counselling to people with gambling problems, their families and friends. Gambling Help Queensland also delivers community education and training, and participates in networking activities aimed at community members interested in understanding more about responsible and problem gambling. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.gamblinghelpqld.org.au/startyarning |
| Jimbelunga Nursing Home | 07 3807 0655 | 259 River Hills Rd Eagleby QLD 4207 | Jimbelunga comes under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Community Health Service Brisbanes umbrella. It was formed to meet the cultural and spiritual needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and proudly caters for a wide range of people from other cultures in the community. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://jimbelunga.org.au/ |
| Kalwun | (07) 5578 3434 | Level 1, 14 Cassia Drive, Varsity Lakes QLD PO Box 2588, Burleigh Waters QLD 4220 | Kalwun delivers and facilitates provision of high quality, professional, culturally appropriate and respectful services to Our People (our Elders, patients, clients, consumers, staff and wider community) including: doctors; allied health services; dental services; community health programs; child protection initiatives; family support services; kinship and foster care support; early education programs; playgroups; aged care and disability support; in-home care; wellness centre; community housing; housing support. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.kalwun.com.au/ |
| Carer Gateway - First Nations Fact Sheet | 1800 422 737 | N/A | An Australian Government service providing information and support to help people who look after a family member or friend with disability, a medical condition, mental illness or who is frail due to age. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.carergateway.gov.au/document/966 |
| Carers Qld - First Nation support | 07 3900 8100 | https://carersqld.com.au/about-us/our-offices/ - for local venues | Carers Qld recognises that First Nations Australians are more likely to care for another person with a disability, long-term illness, or frail-aged than non-First Nations Australians. Carers Queensland offers a range of services to support all carers across Queensland. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://carersqld.com.au/about-us/first-nations/ |
| Dementia Australia - resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people | 1800 100 500 | Ground Floor, 33 Park Road, Milton QLD 4064 | Online resources to assist First Nations people to understand dementia and seek support. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=CLBlC9eVvEq6_D_8IMA5wG75onHqc7JOiRQOymsjvGlUN1RSNFFXUjdGN1QwVFM0RjlWNkJDOUhQOC4u&wdLOR=c37306966-DBB5-45EC-B510-B1A262CF0209 |
| Human Rights Commission - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice | 1300 656 419 | GPO Box 5218 SYDNEY NSW 2001 | The Australian Human Rights Commission works to ensure governments, the private sector and civil society acknowledge and implement the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to self-determination, participation in decision-making, respect for and protection of culture, and equality and non-discrimination. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-social-justice/about-aboriginal-and-torres-strait |
| The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (Qld) Ltd (ATSILS) | 1800 012 255 | Level 5, 183 North Quay, Brisbane Queensland 4000 Australia | ATSILS is a community-based legal assistance organisation established to advance and protect the legal and human rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. ATSILS delivers a broad range of civil, family and criminal law services. In addition, we provide a range of prevention, intervention and community legal education programs, coronial and public sector monitoring and Throughcare services. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://atsils.org.au/ |
| Talkin about Law - Triple A radio | 07 3892 0100 | 2 Ambleside St, West End Qld Australia 4101 | Talkin About Law is a community legal education project aimed at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in Queensland. Its purpose is to provide general legal information on criminal and civil matters affecting Indigenous Queenslanders and to promote the services provided by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (Qld). | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://triplea.org.au/category/community/talkin-about-law/ |
| Indigenous Justice Clearinghouse | 02 8346 1743 Email: ijc@justice.nsw.gov.au | N/A | The Clearinghouses goal is to reduce Indigenous over-representation in the criminal justice system and improve safety in Indigenous communities by providing policy makers and those working in the Indigenous justice field with quality, accessible information about Indigenous justice issues and what works. In addition to maintaining this website and database, several Research Briefs and/or Current Initiative Papers are commissioned each year, with authors among the leading academics and practitioners in their fields. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.indigenousjustice.gov.au/our-story/ |
| Murri Court - Queensland Courts | N/A | https://www.courts.qld.gov.au/contacts/murri-court - for local venues | Murri Court links Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander defendants to cultural and support services to help them make changes in their lives and stop offending. Elders or Respected Persons from the community are in the courtroom to guide and encourage defendants, and help magistrates understand more about defendants personal and cultural circumstances. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.courts.qld.gov.au/courts/murri-court |
| Murri Watch | 1300 692 824 | 5B/170 Montague Road, South Brisbane Q 4101 | Murri Watch provides services including: Diversion from Custody; Cell Visitor program; Community Patrol program and Supported Accomodation. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://murriwatch.org.au/home?postTypeId=whatsNew |
| My Aged Care - Federal Government | 1800 200 422 | https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/aged-care-specialist-officer-my-aged-care-face-to-face-services?context=55715 - for local Services Australia venues | Online information to help find aged care services that respect culture as well as meeting care needs. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/support-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-people |
| Qld Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service | 1800 887 700 | Level 4/33 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 | QIFVLS is a free legal service for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people affected by family violence or sexual assault, established to deliver culturally appropriate services across Queensland. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://qifvls.com.au/ |
| Murrigunyah Family and Cultural Healing Centre | 07 3290 4254 | 2 Burrigan Street (Cnr Ewing Road), Woodridge Qld 4114 | The Murrigunyah Family & Cultural Healing Centre is a community based sexual assault support service established (1997) and controlled by Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander women of Logan City. We work from a holistic and cultural perspective supporting the social, emotional & spiritual interests of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander clients and families. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.murrigunyah.org.au/ |
| Laurel Place, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Service | (07) 5499 2096 | N/A | At Laurel House and Laurel Place, the Indigenous Community Liaison Worker provides support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families so that they can access counselling in an environment that is safe and nurturing, and one in which their cultural needs are acknowledged and met to the best of our ability. All clients who attend counselling at our service will be asked if they are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://laurelplace.com.au/index.php/services/aboriginal-tsi-clients |
| Black Diamonds Community Partnership Assistance Scheme | 07 3403 8888 | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/about-council/contact/visit-council - for local Customer Service Centres | The Black Diamonds Community Partnership Assistance Scheme supports and partners with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisations to deliver events/projects as identified by their community. The program provides community organisations with the opportunity to apply for financial assistance to develop and implement sporting, recreation or arts-based events and projects that have a strong cultural focus. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/community-and-safety/community-support/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-programs/black-diamonds-community-partnership-assistance-scheme |
| North West Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Community Organisation (Nwaica) | 07 3855 5399 | Shop 3, 12 Blackwood Street MITCHELTON QLD 4053 | North-side Breakout program aims to reduce contact with the justice system, including: Domestic violence project; Women's group; Men's group; Cultural renewal (eg traditional dancing, painting); Health program (eg drug & alcohol, nutrition). | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/australian-health-services/healthcare-service/mitchelton-4053-qld/north-west-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-community-organisation-nwaica/indigenous-health/ccc624dc-1277-9962-7d11-e681b484e5ad |
| Kummara Family Support Service | (07) 3846 5654 | 311 Annerley Rd, Annerley QLD 4103 | Kummara helps families through outreach, support, counselling, education, family restoration, and research, with a focus on children. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.kummara.org.au/ |
| Lotus Place | 07 3347 8500 | 46 Cleveland Street, Stones Corner Q 4120 | Lotus Place provides integrated peer support, advocacy, counselling and other support services to Forgotten Australians and Former Child Migrants. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.lotusplace.org.au/ |
| Find and Connect | 1800 161 109 | 46 Cleveland Street, Stones Corner, QLD 4101 | A resource for Forgotten Australians, Former Child Migrants and anyone interested in the history of child welfare in Australia. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.findandconnect.gov.au/ |
| Forde Foundation | 1800 674 256 fordefoundation@csyw.qld.gov.au | N/A | The Forde Foundation (the Foundation) is a perpetual and independent charitable trust that assists to improve the lives of Forgotten Australians and other people who were in the care of Queensland institutions or foster care as children (known as care leavers). The Foundation provides material aid through a small grants program to enhance the lives of people who may have suffered abuse or neglect in Queensland institutions. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://fordefoundation.org.au/ |
| Link Up Qld | 07 3638 0411 | 3-5 Reid Street Woolloongabba Queensland 4102 | Link-Up (Qld) aims to bring a sense of peace, identity and belonging to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders who have been separated from their family and culture. It provides support to reunite you with your people and country where contact has been lost due to forced removal, fostering, adoption or institutionalisation. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.link-upqld.org.au/ |
| Care Leavers Australian Network | 1800 008 774 Email: support@clan.org.au | N/A | CLAN (Care Leavers Australasia Network) offers support to people who have grown up in Orphanages, Childrens Homes, Missions, Foster Care and other Child Welfare institutions in Australia and New Zealand. We also support close family members of Care Leavers. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://clan.org.au/ |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Housing Queensland (Housing Queensland) | 07 3012 6349 | Ground Floor, 41 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 | Peak body whose purpose is to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander housing outcomes in Queensland. We achieve our vision through advocacy, the development of policy and research, professional advice and quality partnerships. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://housingqueensland.com.au/home |
| Qld Government Information, Housing | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about housing support including: Help with renting; Advice on buying a home; Public and community housing; Remote community housing; Information about housing in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities; Emergency and temporary accommodation; Aged care | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.qld.gov.au/firstnations/managing-home-money/housing-support |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strair Islander Community Health Service, Housing Support | 07 3240 8900 | https://atsichsbrisbane.org.au/contact-us/locations/ - for local venues | ATSICHS Brisbane Housing Service, named Ngumpi uruue means the camp made of branches. This service was also formally known as Joyce Wilding Hostel. Ngumpi Uruue provides high-quality, community-led crisis accommodation and support for women and their children in the Brisbane and Logan region. There are also currently plans to expand this service over the coming years. We are dedicated to mob and the delivery of culturally safe, affordable and stable housing solutions. We support families throughout their stay with culturally appropriate and personalised case management care to reach their identified goals. Well also work with you to transition from crisis accommodation to secure long-term housing. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://atsichsbrisbane.org.au/services/children-families/housing/ |
| Umpi Korumba | 07 3865 7955 | 74 Handford Road Zillmere QLD 4034 | Umpi Korumba Corporation for Housing provides a holistic service to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, operating within the boundaries of the Turrabul country (as described in the Native Title areas) including suburbs from the Stafford area, up to and including the Pine Rivers Shire and Redcliffe/Deception Bay areas. Umpi Korumba is the only Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Housing organisation within the local area and is the only organisation that offers a Crisis Accommodation Program facility for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families in Brisbane. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://umpikorumba.com.au/ |
| Aboriginal Hostel Ltd | 1800 640 836 | N/A | Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL) provides accommodation across Australia for First Nations people who are travelling, relocating or who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities. AHL currently has 42 nation-wide hostels for First Nations people to access whether youre away from home for education, employment, health or other reasons. They ensure hostels are safe, comfortable and affordable for First Nations people, with the added convenience of including 3 meals a day during your stay. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.ahl.gov.au/ |
| Georgina Hostel | 07 3395 6888 | 694 Wynnum Road, Morningside QLD 4170 | Georgina Hostel offers accommodation for frail or aged prioritised for Indigenous people. ( Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island People). High Care / Low Care Beds. 24 Bed Facility | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.mycommunitydirectory.com.au/Queensland/Brisbane/Aboriginal_Services/Aboriginal_Support_Services___Counselling/481/100326/Georgina_Hostel |
| Centrelink Indigenous Phone Service | 1800 136 380 | N/A | Phone service to call about payments and services if youre Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. | Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/centrelink-indigenous-call-centre?context=64107 |
| Qld Multicultural Resource Directory | N/A | N/A | The directory lists organisations that offer information, advice, support and networking opportunities, including: multicultural media outlets and schools; community, non-government and government organisations and agencies; Consuls; migrant and refugee service organisations; bilateral business associations; interstate multicultural offices. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.des.qld.gov.au/multicultural-affairs/multicultural-communities/mailing-list-resource-directory/directory |
| My Community Directory, Cultural and Migrant Services | N/A | N/A | List of Services supporting culturally diverse and migrant communities | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.mycommunitydirectory.com.au/Search/Directory?what=Cultural%20and%20Migrant%20Services%20--%20All&where=Brisbane%2C%20Queensland%2C%20Australia%20&service=0&category=10&location=1764&radius=50&council=8&state=QLD&PageNo=1 |
| Multicultural Australia | 07 3337 5400 | Brisbane Multicultural Centre 28 Dibley Street Woolloongabba QLD 4102 | Multicultural Australia supports more than 5,000 newly arrived Queenslanders every year, including refugees, international students, people seeking asylum and migrants. They help them to settle into their new lives, build connections in their communities, find work and study opportunities, learn new skills and feel at home. They also work with individuals, communities, business and government to help build a more welcoming Queensland through advocacy, cultural training and community events that bring people together, foster understanding and recognise the valuable contribution that new arrivals and migrants make to Queensland. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.multiculturalaustralia.org.au/ |
| Qld Government Information. Multicultural Support | N/A | N/A | Services and support available for culturally diverse communities in Queensland. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/your-home-community/supporting-multicultural-communities |
| My Aged Care, CALD | N/A | N/A | Information to support for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. There are organisations in each state and territory that work as part of the Partners in Culturally Appropriate Care (PICAC) program - Queensland: Diversicare 1300 348 377 | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/support-people-culturally-and-linguistically-diverse-backgrounds |
| Qld Government Translated Health Information | 13 74 68 | N/A | List of translated health topics | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/multicultural/public/language |
| Queensland Transcultural Mental Health Centre | 07 3317 1234 | Woolloongabba Community Health Centre Level 2, 228 Logan Road Woolloongabba QLD 4102 | The Queensland Transcultural Mental Health Centre is a specialist state-wide service that works to ensure people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds receive culturally responsive mental health care and support. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://metrosouth.health.qld.gov.au/qtmhc |
| Embrace Multicultural Mental Health | multicultural@mhaustralia.org | N/A | Embrace Multicultural Mental Health (the Embrace Project) is run by Mental Health Australia and provides a national focus on mental health and suicide prevention for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://embracementalhealth.org.au/ |
| Beyond Blue, Multicultural Support | 1300 224 636 | N/A | Beyond Blue strengthens understanding, capacity and practice to reduce the impact of depression, anxiety and suicide among multicultural/cultural and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. We will do this through tailored and collaborative approaches. Beyond Blue works to equip multicultural people with the knowledge and skills to maintain their own good mental health and wellbeing, and recognise symptoms in people close to them, in order to prevent the development of a mental health condition. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.beyondblue.org.au/about-us/about-our-work/multicultural-communities-program |
| SANE, Multicultural Support | 1800 187 263 | N/A | Information about mental health supports for people from multicultural communities. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.sane.org/information-and-resources/facts-and-guides/mental-health-support-for-multicultural-people |
| Fortify Health, Multicultural Support | 07 3416 6660 | Unit 2/1470 Logan Road, Mount Gravatt & 2 Athena Grove, Springwood | Fortify Health Group offers a number of free mental health services for those who are living with a severe and complex mental health condition, are from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) background and are aged 16 years to 65 years. These supports include individual and group therapeutic sessions as well as case coordination. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://fortifyhealth.com.au/multicultural-mental-health/ |
| Finding North, Multicultural Support | 07 3004 6914 | QCOSS, Ground Floor, River Tower, 20 Pidgeon Close, West End QLD 4101 | As a safe and secure online environment, Finding North Network is for the exclusive use of those who understand mental illness firsthand. The Network is a forum for people to share their experiences, discuss ideas, and develop their voice in speaking to the issues surrounding mental health in Australia. Linking people from diverse backgrounds, roles, and skills, the Network can provide pathways for those with lived experience to not only share their stories but utilise their unique insight to create lasting change for others. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://findingnorth.org.au/your-journey/helpful-guides/multicultural-mental-health-support/ |
| Multicultural Connect Line | 1300 079 020 | N/A | Support and information to find aid, assistance and mental health services in your language. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://worldwellnessgroup.org.au/helpline/ |
| Services Australia, Multicultural Service Officer information | 13 12 02 | N/A | Information about support offered by Multicultural Service Officers | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/what-multicultural-service-officers-do?context=22066 |
| Communify Multicultural Programs | 07 3510 2700 | 180 Jubilee Tce, Bardon | Supporting communities with English Classes; Citizenship classes; and Asylum Seeker and Refugee Assistance (ASRA) program | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://communify.org.au/multicultural-programs/ |
| Qld Government Information - Multicultural Affairs | N/A | N/A | Information about: Programs and initiatives; Multicultural communities and Events | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.des.qld.gov.au/multicultural-affairs |
| Brisbane City Council, Multicultural Events | N/A | N/A | Calendar of multicultural events | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/brisbetter/explore/around-the-world-with-brisbanes-top-multicultural-events |
| State Library, Multicultural resources | N/A | N/A | Information about: Multicultural organisations; Government policies and information; Open access multicultural collections; Translated information - Health; Translated information - Legal; Translated information - Education; Translated information Settling in Australia | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/multicultural-resources |
| Qld Government Veterans Portal | 13 74 68 | N/A | The Queensland Veterans' Portal aims to support veterans and their families, including people transitioning from the Australian Defence Force. It has links to information about: Housing, Employment, ex-Service organisations, Family support, Concessions, financial and legal support, Grants and commemoration, Health and well-being, Office for veterans. | Veterans | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/getting-support-health-social-issue/veterans |
| RSL Qld | 13 47 75 | 283 St Pauls Terrace Fortitude Valley Qld 4006 | Helping veterans with: Employment. scholarships, wellness programs, homelessness, advocacy, emergency financial support, accommodation and bereavement support | Veterans | https://rslqld.org/ |
| Department of Defence | 1300 333 362 Email: yourcustomer.service@defence.gov.au | N/A | Offering help with the following: crisis support, health and wellbeing, family programs and services | Veterans | https://www.defence.gov.au/ |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 1800 838 372 | N/A | We support those who serve or have served in the defence of our nation and commemorate their service and sacrifice through support and payments. | Veterans | https://www.dva.gov.au/ |
| Open Arms | 1800 011 046 | N/A | Open Arms Veterans & Families Counselling (formerly VVCS) is Australias leading provider of high quality mental health assessment and clinical counselling services for Australian veterans and their families. We are focused on meeting client needs through a combination of proven clinical practices and new and emerging evidence-based approaches. | Veterans | https://www.openarms.gov.au/ |
| Mates4Mates | 1300 462 837 | 27 Douglas St, Milton QLD 4064 | Mates4Mates is one of Australias leading veteran charities actively changing the lives of current and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members, and their families, impacted by service. They provide a pathway to recovery through our physical rehabilitation and mental health services, skills and wellbeing programs, and social connection activities. | Veterans | https://mates4mates.org/ |
| Survive to Thrive Nation | N/A | N/A | STTN are providers of the worlds first online, evidence based, mental health and transitioning personal development program for current and former service personnel with 24hr optional online peer support and mentoring. As our program was created by a veteran for veterans through lived experience, we thrive on assisting our members becoming independent in overcoming psychological and emotional stress, living happy and healthy lives, and creating a successful mind-set for transitioning back to civilian life. | Veterans | https://survivetothrivenation.com/ |
| Bravery Trust | 1800 272 837 ask@braverytrust.org.au | N/A | Bravery Trust is a national military charity which provides current and ex-serving members of the Australian Defence Force with financial aid, financial education and financial counselling. We work with each individual and tailor a unique solution addressing your most urgent needs. Our service is free, confidential and independent of the ADF. | Veterans | https://braverytrust.org.au/ |
| Legacy | 1800 534 229 | https://www.legacy.com.au/about-us/our-community/clubs/ - for local club locations | Legacy supports the families of our veterans, for the partners and the children of those who gave their lives or their health for our country. They provide the essential social, financial and developmental support that these families depend on each day. | Veterans | https://www.legacy.com.au/ |
| ForceNet - Department of Defence | 1800 333 362 | N/A | ForceNet is a Defence e-communications platform used to connect registered users within secure online communities. ForceNet facilitates auditable communication and information sharing, one to one and one to many, including targeted communications and support in emergency situations and to specific persons. ForceNet registration is available to current Defence members, sponsored Defence family members and other approved users. | Veterans | https://www.forcenet.gov.au/ |
| SANE | 1800 187 263 | PO Box 1226 Carlton, VIC, 3053 | SANE is the leading national mental health organisation for people with complex mental health issues in Australia and for the families and friends that support them | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.sane.org/about-sane |
| NDIS - Local Area Coordinator Brighton | 1800 800 110 | Level 5, 10 The Corso, Northlakes, QLD, 4509 | Assisted Technology | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/assistive-technology-explained |
| Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme | 07 3136 3636 | 41 Southgate Avenue, Cannon Hill, QLD, 4107 | Subsidy funding for medical aids and equipment is available to eligible Queenslanders with permanent/stable conditions or disabilities. Aids and equipment are subsidy funded either on a permanent loan basis, private ownership or through the supply of consumables | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/mass |
| Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme - Communication Aids | 07 3136 3665 | 41 Southgate Avenue, Cannon Hill, QLD, 4170 | Subsidy funding is available under the Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS) to support eligible Queenslanders who require a communication aid. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/communication |
| Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme - Continence Services | 07 3136 3636 | 41 Southgate Ave, Cannon Hill, QLD, 4170 | Subsidy funding is available under the Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS) to support eligible children and adults who require continence aids. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/continence |
| Medical Aid Subsidy Scheme - Mobility Aids | 07 3136 3636 | 41 Southgate Ave, Cannon Hill, QLD, 4170 | Subsidy funding is available under the Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS) to support eligible Queenslanders who require daily living and mobility aids. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/mobility |
| Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme - Heat moisture exchange services | 07 3631 3636 | 41 Southgate Ave, Cannon Hill, QLD 4170 | The Queensland Heat Moisture Exchange (HME) Subsidy Scheme for Laryngectomy (QHSSL) provides eligible Queensland residents who have undergone laryngectomy surgery with subsidised access to HME consumable devices. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/hme-subsidy-scheme |
| Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme - Home Oxygen | 07 3136 3636 | 40 Southgate Ave, Cannon Hill, QLD 4170 | The Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS) provides a mix of concentrator and oxygen cylinder packages to support eligible Queensland adults and children who require home oxygen. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/oxygen |
| Medical Aid Subsidy Scheme - Medical Grade Footwear | 07 3136 3636 | 41 Southgate Ave, Cannon Hill, QLD, 4170 | Financial subsidies are available under the Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS) to support eligible Queenslanders who require medical-grade pre-fabricated, custom-made and customised medical-grade footwear. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/footwear |
| Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme - Orthoses | 07 3136 3636 | 41 Southgate Ave, Cannon Hill, QLD, 4170 | Subsidy funding is available under the Medical Aids Subsidy Scheme (MASS) to support eligible Queenslanders who require spinal and lower limb orthoses. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/orthoses |
| Medical Aid Subsidy Scheme - Spectacles | 07 3136 3636 | 41 Southgate Ave, Cannon Hill, QLD, 4170 | The Spectacle Supply Scheme (SSS) provides eligible Queensland residents with a pair of basic prescription spectacles, once every two years. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.health.qld.gov.au/mass/prescribe/spectacles |
| Brisbane Pride | hello@brisbanepride.org.au | N/A | Brisbane Pride organises and delivers events for our LGBTIQ+ Sistergirl and Brotherboy communities and our allies to create connections, improve confidence and increase wellbeing. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.brisbanepride.org.au/about |
| Brisbane City Council - Lesbian, gay Bisexual Transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) residents in Brisbane | N/A | Brisbane City Council GPO Box 1434 Brisbane, QLD, 4001 - Correspondence only | Provides listing of Community groups for the LGBITQ+ community as well as events. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/community-and-safety/community-support/lesbian-gay-bisexual-transgender-intersex-and-queer |
| Travelgay | 0466 288 588 | N/A | We aim to help you find the best gay bars, nightclubs, saunas, spas, beaches, shops and more, along with interesting travel ideas and fabulous offers. For each destination we highlight some of the very best hotels for gay travelers. We have extensive first-hand knowledge of gay Europe, America and Asia, supported by a network of local contacts throughout every region. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.travelgay.com/ |
| Queerspace | 03 9663 6733 | 100 Drummond Street, Carolton, Victoria, 3053 | Queerspace for community, by community. Counselling. Case management. Advocacy. Research. Training. Professional development. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.queerspace.org.au/ |
| Moreton Bay LGBITQ+ Community Group | N/A | N/A | Platform for open discussion, community members and Allies. Peer Support, relevant news update and social gathering & events | LGBITQ+ | https://www.facebook.com/groups/379201916222607/ |
| PFLAG+ Brisbane | 13 11 44 | N/A | Keeping Families together and supporting our Community through education and training. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.pflagbrisbane.org.au/about-us |
| Metro North Gender Services | 07 3647 0701 | Royal Brisbane Women's Hospital Specialist outpatients (Level 2, Dr James Mayne Building) Butterfiled St, Herston, QLD, 4006 | The service aims to improve the physical and mental wellbeing of adults with concerns regarding gender diversity or gender dysphoria by providing advice, assessments and psychosocial support. | LGBITQ+ | https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/specialist_service/refer-your-patient/gender-services |
| Spinal Life Australia - Brisbane | 1300 774 625 | 109 Logan Road, Wooloongabba, 4102 | Come and experience the Spinal Life difference in our new state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness hub. Designed to offer a truly holistic approach to your rehabilitation. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.spinalhealthyliving.com.au/brisbane/ |
| Motor Neurone Disease Association | 07 3372 9004 | 1/89 Factory Road, Oxley, QLD, 4075 | MND Queensland is a leading organisation wholly focussed on supporting people living with Motor Neurone Disease and their families, friends, and carers. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.mndaq.org.au/ |
| Lions | 02 4940 8033 | N/A | Non-Government aids and equipment support | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://lionsclubs.org.au/about-us/ |
| Brisbane Rotary | N/A | GPO Box 2909 Brisbane, QLD 4001 | Non-Government aid and equipment | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://brisbanerotary.org.au/page/history |
| Queensland Disability Network Peer Support Group | 1300 363 783 | 338 Turbot Street, Spring Hill, QLD, 4000 | Disability Rights and advocacy, Peer Support Groups. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://qdn.org.au/about-qdn/ |
| Swimming Queensland | 07 3390 2011 | N/A | Swimming Queensland wants to see as many members of our community as possible, of all abilities, get involved in the sport of swimming; whether for fun and fitness or for the joy of competing. That's why we've partnered with the Queensland Government and Georgina Hope Foundation to be able to deliver free inclusive workshops and activities across Queensland with a focus on individuals with disability and/or from Indigenous or Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://qld.swimming.org.au/get-involved |
| Swimming Queensland | 07 3390 2011 | N/A | Swimming Queensland wants to see as many members of our community as possible, of all abilities, get involved in the sport of swimming; whether for fun and fitness or for the joy of competing. That's why we've partnered with the Queensland Government and Georgina Hope Foundation to be able to deliver free inclusive workshops and activities across Queensland with a focus on individuals with disability and/or from Indigenous or Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds. | Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Communities | https://qld.swimming.org.au/get-involved |
| Queensland Government - Sports and Recreation | 13 74 68 | N/A | Information about sports and recreation for people living with a disability. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/sport-recreation |
| Queensland Government - Community Transport Program | 13 74 68 | N/A | The Community Transport Program support people who have trouble accessing transport options to get around their local community. List of Service Providers. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.qld.gov.au/community/getting-support-health-social-issue/community-home-care-services/community-transport-program |
| Translink Access Pass | 13 12 30 | N/A | The Translink Access Pass is a travel pass for people with a permanent physical or intellectual disability. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://translink.com.au/tickets-and-fares/ticket-types/disability/translink-access-pass |
| Translink - Vision Impaired Travel Pass | 13 12 30 | N/A | The go access Vision Impairment Travel Pass entitles the passholder to free travel on all Translink Services | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://translink.com.au/tickets-and-fares/ticket-types/disability/vision-impairment-travel-pass |
| Queensland Government - Companion Card | 13 74 68 | N/A | If you have a disability and a lifelong need for 'attendant care support' in order to participate in community activities and attend venues, the Companion Card can help you with the costs of getting out and about with the support of a companion. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/subsidies-concessions-passes/companion-card |
| Queensland Government - Taxi Subsidy Scheme and Lift Payment | 13 74 68 | N/A | The Taxi Subsidy Scheme (TSS) subsidises taxi travelhalf of the total fare, up to a maximum of $30 per tripfor people with severe disabilities. TSS pays half the value of a member's taxi fare, up to a maximum fare of $60. There is no limit on the number of taxi journeys a member may take to attract the subsidy. The subsidy is paid to taxi driversmembers have no additional costs. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/subsidies-concessions-passes/taxi-subsidy |
| Translink - Go access Travel Trainer card. | 13 12 30 | N/A | The go access Travel Trainer card is issued to registered not-for-profit organisations that facilitate training for people with a physical or intellectual disability and for training service animals. Trainers can use the cards to travel on any Translink bus, train (excluding Airtrain), ferry or tram service in South East Queensland whilst undertaking training activities. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://translink.com.au/tickets-and-fares/ticket-types/disability/travel-trainer-card |
| Queensland Government - Guide Hearing and Assistance dogs, Accessing public places. | 13 74 68 | N/A | Certified guide dogs, hearing dogs or assistance dogs, either in training or fully trained, with their approved handlers have the right to enter public places, public passenger vehicles and places of accommodation. This includes shops, cinemas, cafes, restaurants, clubs, rental and holiday accommodation, taxis, planes, public transport and entertainment and sports venues. | Health Condition/Health Prevention (Diabetes, Heart, Hearing etc) | https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/ghad/access-public-places |
| Queensland Government - Wheelchair accessible taxis | 13 74 68 | N/A | Accessible taxis are available across south east Queensland and many regional centres. Often these are maxi taxis that can carry one mobility scooter (provided it can be secured in the vehicle) or two wheelchairs. | Disability / National Disability Insurance Scheme Clients | https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/travel-transport/wheelchair-taxis |
| Senior Enquiry Line | 1300 135 500 | N/A | State-wide information and referrals service for QLD seniors, their families, friends and carers can talk to a real person to access information. Home Help, concessions, financial, legal, social and leisure activities, health, technology, transport, housing options, scams, consumer issues. | LGBITQ+ | https://seniorsenquiryline.com.au/ |
| Rainbow Care Home Services | 07 3110 1633 | Unit 25 23-25 Skyreach Street, Caboolture | LGBTQIA and NDIS and Aged Care community supports. NDIS: support coordination, plan management, Rainbow support workers, Rainbow connections, community connection groups, Psycho social, recovery, coaching. Aged care: Navigation, Care Management. | LGBITQ+ | https://rainbowcarehomeservices.com.au/ |
| Hey Fella | 07 5224 2394 | 3 Prospect Street, Fortitude Valley Qld 4006 | Telehealth for Gay Aussie Men. GP consultant, STI test online, PrEP online, prescriptions, plant based medicines. | LGBITQ+ | https://heyfella.com.au/ |
| Shelf Lovers Book Store | 07 3396 2859 | 1 Dickson Street, Wooloowin Qld 4030 shelflovers@outlook.com | Independent book store specialising in LGBTQIA titles | LGBITQ+ | https://shelflovers.com.au/ |
| Carers Qld Australia | 1300 747 636 | Level 1, Lutwyche City Shopping Centre, 120 Chalk Street, Lutwyche Qld 4030 rainbow@carerqld.com.au | offering a range of personalised, accessible and inclusive programs to LGBTQIA and people with disabilities. | LGBITQ+ | https://carersqld.com.au/about-us/lgbtqia/ |
| Eating Disorders Queensland | 07 3844 6055 | 51 Edmondstone Street, South Brisbane, Qld 4101 | Supportive therapeutic options for individuals living with eating issues and their families and friends are also offered. | LGBITQ+ | https://eatingdisordersqueensland.org.au/contact/ |
| Carer Business Discount Card Qld Gov | 13 74 68 | N/A | Supports carers, including approved foster and kinship carers, by providing discounts on goods and services at participating businesses throughout Queensland. | LGBITQ+ | https://www.qld.gov.au/community |
| National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIS) | 1800 800 110 | 960 Gympie Road, Chermside 4032 | Disability financial support. Translating and interpreting 131 450. Hearing or speech loss TTY: 1800 555 677. Speak and Listen: 1800 555 727. National Relay Service: nrschat.nrscall.gov.au | LGBITQ+ | https://www.ndis.gov.au/contact |
| DV Connect | Women's line 1800 811811 Men's line 1800 600 636 Sexual Assault Help line 1800 010 120 | N/A | 24 hour Domestic Violence Helpline Victim Connect for people impacted by violent crime 1800 737 732 | LGBITQ+ | https://www.dvconnect.org/about-us/ |
Contact us
Cnr Nineteenth Ave and Hornibrook HwyBrighton Qld 4017 For enquiries, a booking form or more information, please contact our helpful staff on: Phone: (07) 3631 7568 Email: COH-Engagement@health.qld.gov.au
Wellness Hub brochure Our growing partners This year, the Wellness Hub has and will host free community events on behalf of the:
- Metro North Health Service
- Brighton Health Campus
- Sandgate District Men’s Shed (SDMS)
- Dementia Australia
- Carers QLD – NDIS Local Area Coordinators Program