Support and Services
Explore our curated list of resources to support families.
The Handy Guide
The Handy Guide of Women’s Support Services was developed by The Lady Musgrave Trust to help women experiencing homelessness or domestic and family violence connect with support services across Queensland.
Visit: ladymusgravetrust.org.au for a FREE download
Brisbane Youth Service
Brisbane Youth Service provides support programs for young women, young families, young dads who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Call to make an appointment with a youth worker on 3620 2400. Or walk in without an appointment from 1 to 4 pm, Monday to Friday at 518 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley.
Cancer Council
The Cancer Council offer a comprehensive range of support services for all people, affected by all cancers.
You are not alone. Talk on 13 11 20.
Visit: cancerqld.org.au/support-services/how-we-can-help/
When Mitzy the Foggle got Cancer
Many children’s lives will be touched by the cancer diagnosis of a loved one.
If you are a parent, grandparent, caregiver or health professional, explaining cancer to a young child can feel daunting. When Mitzy the Foggle got Cancer aims to provide a story that can serve as a starting point for your conversation. Download for FREE:
https://resources.cancerqld.org.au/products/when-mitzy-the-foggle-got-cancer
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Children by choice
FREE confidential and non-judgmental support for all pregnant options. Queensland's only online Abortion and Contraception Map, allows individuals and supportive professionals to find services near them.
findaservice.childrenbychoice.org.au/
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Raising Children Network
Your parenting guide for all ages and stages.
https://raisingchildren.net.au/
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Leaders in women’s health, gender equity and the primary prevention of violence in Queensland. Providing counselling, therapeutic groups and health services for women and gender-diverse people, as well as health promotion, community programs, professional education, and systems change.
1800 4 WOMEN (1800 496 636) provides free phone counselling for women in Queensland.
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13 HEALTH—Health advice over the phone
13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) is a confidential phone service that provides health advice to Queenslanders. You can phone and talk to a registered nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the cost of a local call.