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When we’re feeling helpless and hopeless it can be empowering to arm ourselves with knowledge. Resources here at The Village are meant for this. While you’re waiting for that appointment or a situation has punched you in the gut, these resources are intended to arm you with knowledge and make you feel less alone. Because one thing for sure is someone has already been there done that so we may as well learn from each other.
If you have some great resources we can add please email The Village. We welcome all contribution that is aligned with our values. This page is for you, me, all of us!
Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467
Call 1300 659 467
Suicide Call Back Service is a nationwide service providing 24/7 telephone and online counselling to people affected by suicide.
Raising Children: The Australian Parenting Website
Suitable for 12-18 years
Suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts: teenagers
Twenty10: Suicide Prevention
Twenty10’s suicide awareness and intervention training program.
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Maggie Dent: Article
Why we need to get comfortable talking to our kids about suicide.
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Beyond Blue: Beyond Now
The Beyond Now suicide safety planning app helps you stay safe if you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, feelings, distress or crisis.
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Taldumande Youth Services
Homelessness Services – If you’re homeless, sleeping rough, couch surfing or think you might be soon, you’re not alone. Our refuge is a safe place with 24/7 support, where you can stay until you get back on your feet.
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The Burdekin Association: Youth Housing
We offer semi-independent housing for homeless or at-risk local young people committed to working with our case managers to develop the skills required to make the transition to living independently in the community.
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Sydney Homeless Connect: Link2Home
Crisis Accommodation Phone Line – 1800 152 152
24/7
A statewide telephone service providing information, assessment and referral to specialist homelessness services, temporary accommodation and other appropriate services for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Ebbs House: Brookvale – For 18+
Ebbs House is a transitional accommodation service for adult men and women who are experiencing homelessness. Residents of Ebbs House are supported with case management, practical support and social connection to help them transition into sustainable housing.
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Mission Australia
Young people aged 16 – 25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness can access a range of support services through Mission Australia. From crisis accommodation to case management and ongoing support, we help young people find a safe home.
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Digii Social
DiGii Social provides a safe and secure social networking platform which educates and prepares children for their digital life.
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Digital Families Counselling
Based in Warriewood on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Leonie Smith, owner of Digital Families Counselling is an Australian Family Counsellor who helps with eSafety, digital wellness and screen time balance.
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AFP: Support for Families – A List of Services
Child exploitation. Should you feel that you and your family require support during this time, the following services can provide you with practical, non-judgmental information, advice, confidential peer support and counselling.
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Australian Federal Police
Online child sexual exploitation. Get armed with info and learn how to report suspicious behaviour online.
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Facebook: Australian Federal Police
Common grooming tactics used by child sex predators.
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