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Support for Youth

We understand?

Got a lot going on? No shame in talking it out. One in four young Australians currently has some sort of mental health condition – but the reality is everyone can improve their mental health – why don’t you?

It’s really important to look after your mental health so we have put together a heap of interesting articles and information for you to read that will help you to look after your mental health.

Trying to juggle school, sports and a social life all at the one time can be tricky, so if you would like to stay on top of your mental health and wellbeing, check out the information provided on our site or contact one of the services provided in the Geelong region to talk to someone face to face.

And remember – growing up isn’t that easy, so remember to look after your mental health.

Did you know:

  • 1 in 16 young Australians is experiencing depression right now
  • 1 in 6 young Australians is experiencing Anxiety right now
  • Over 75% of mental health problems occur before the age of 25
  • Young people are less likely than any other age group to seek professional help

Source: Statistics – Beyond Blue

Jigsaw Youth Mental Health Services

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Target Market

Youth battling with drug and alcohol related mental health concerns.

Barwon Health – Jigsaw Youth Mental Health Drugs and Alcohol Services

Key areas of Support

Specialist Youth Drug and Alcohol Service including treatment using mindfulness.

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)

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Target Market

Specialist family focused service that provides assessment and treatment for infants, children and adolescents (0-15 years) with complex mental health problems.

Barwon Health – Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)

Key areas of Support

Complex mental health problems such as bipolar, depression, anxiety.

Headspace Geelong and Ocean Grove

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Target Market

12 – 25 year olds

Help and support for young people aged 12-25 at centres, online or over the phone for mental health, general health, alcohol and drug and work and study …

www.headspace.org.au/geelong

Ocean Grove (headspace.org.au)

Key areas of Support

Anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol, self-confidence, general health awareness.

  • Mental Health Services
  • Doctor
  • Sexual Health
  • Alcohol and Drugs
  • Youth Reference Group
  • Work and Study Services
  • Youth Programs

YSAS Geelong – Youth Support and Advocacy Service

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Target Market

12 – 21 year olds

Support young people aged between 12-21 with intensive support to undergo respite or withdrawal from alcohol and/or other drug use.

www.ysas.org.au

Key areas of Support

Four beds for a stay of up to 14 days. Youth will have an opportunity to have some time out from your substance use and other lifestyle choices.

Families where a parent has a mental illness (FAPMI)

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Target Market

Young People

A program designed for young people who have a parent with a mental illness, who may need some support.

Barwon Health – Families where a parent has a mental illness (FaPMI)

Key areas of Support

Will support young people who are having a difficult time as a result of a parent having a mental illness.

The Geelong Project – BCYF

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Target Market

Young People

This is a team of individuals are focused around preventing young people from becoming homeless.

The Geelong Project – BCYF

Key areas of Support

This is a project that helps young people access mental health services at an early stage, rather than leaving it too late that they may experience homelessness.

Drummond Street Services – Parenting & Family Counselling & Support

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Target Market

Young People and their families

For children and young people under 18 and their families. For concerns of emotional/ behavioral, mental health or family functioning. Covers COGG region.

drummond street Parenting & Family Counselling & Support – drummond street

Key areas of Support

They offer a range of free (or low cost) services to promote the health and wellbeing within families – with a particular focus on the needs of children and teenagers.

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