Carer Gateway – A national online and phone service that provides practical information and resources to support carers of someone with a disability, chronic illness, dementia, mental illness or who are frail aged. Ph: 1800 422 737 (free call).
Carers NSW – Provides a wide range of information and resources for carers including counselling services and carer support groups across NSW. Ph: 1800 242 636.
Young Carer Hub – A central access point for information and resources to support young carers in NSW.
Young Carer Counselling Line – Emotional support and counselling, information and referral service. Ph: 1800 242 636.
Kids Helpline – Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Qualified counsellors at Kids Helpline are available via web chat, phone or email anytime and for any reason. Ph: 1800 551 800.
My Circle – A space where young people can come together to talk about topics such as mental health, bullying, AOD, disability etc. While in a circle, you can ask questions and have supportive conversations with others and learn coping strategies.
Headspace – Headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds. Ph: 1800 650 890.
Youth in Motion – We provide free tutoring to kids struggling with school. We make sure no student in New South Wales is left behind. We teach all subjects at all levels – English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Economics, even Drama! Each student is matched with a tutor who gets to know their student’s goals and aspirations through weekly one-on-one online sessions.
The Smith Family – At The Smith Family, we believe that education is one of the world’s most powerful change agents. That’s why we focus on helping young Australians to overcome educational inequality caused by poverty. As a national, independent charity, every day we work with thousands of children and their families to help them unlock better futures for themselves: art programs, community programs, learning clubs and more.
Beyond Blue – Free mental health coach sessions, free counseling, online peer support community.
Wellways – Support for young people in care and those dealing with mental health issues.
Youth Community Living Support Service (Lismore and Newcastle) – We help youth remain connected to the community and engaged in education and employment to minimise the risk of developing chronic disability.
Youth Transitional Care Program (Newcastle) – The Youth Transitional Care Program (YTCP) is a 14 week program for young people aged 12–18 years in the Greater Newcastle area who are having a hard time with their mental health.
Wesley Mission (Newcastle) – Offering a number of programs to help young people across New South Wales stay safe, secure and healthy.
Youth and Family Support – Support service is available to young people up to 18 years of age and their families in Newcastle who are at risk of vulnerability.
Young Healthy Minds: Based in Newcastle, this program supports children and young people up to 18 years of age who may be at risk of developing mental health challenges.
