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Northern Beaches Womens Shelter

We are a crisis accommodation women's shelter for adult women who are at risk or experiencing homelessness.

Northern Community CareWorks

Provide services to the community in the following ways:
(i) providing free employment training and work experience programs and support services;
(ii) delivering a range of social, health and wellbeing activities and events;
(iii) hosting community meals and activities to facilitate community engagement, connection and social welfare; and
(iv) providing pastoral care to people experiencing helplessness
We also operate an Op Shop with clothing and furniture for the people of Darebin City. We are located in the buildling owed and operated by Northern Community Church of Christ but operate as a separate registered organisation.

Northern Compassion (Tenacious House)

Tenacious House is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2014. This is a voluntary residential recovery centre with a program designed to empower men to take control of their lives and overcome issues such as addiction anxiety and depression.

The program is design equip men with the tools to succeed in life and support them on a pathway into employment or education.

Professionals working with Tenacious House include doctors, psychologists, occupational therapists and qualified

The Program
The Tenacious House program is an evidence-based, community-focused program (meaning we do what works
and we support one another).
The program runs for an initial 5 months, after which the length of stay is determined by need.

Northern Grampians Shire Council

Local Government in Western Victoria
The organisation is currently supporting smaller townships in the shire with Flood Recovery.

Northern Health

We are a branch of Melbourne Health, and operate as a mental health service operating out of various sites providing care to individuals affected by mental illness.

We deliver a comprehensive range of specialist, community and hospital-based mental health services for youth, adult and aged people who are experiencing, or are at risk of developing a serious mental illness.

Services are delivered through six programs spanning 32 sites across the northern and western suburbs of Melbourne.

Northern Health Foundation

Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute and specialist services in Melbourne’s rapidly growing outer north. Our emergency department treats over 107,000 patients each year, cares for over 94,000 patients admitted to hospital, and assists with the delivery of over 4,000 babies each year. The Northern Health catchment includes three of the state's six growth areas and a very diverse community, with people who were born in more than 185 countries. The Northern Health catchment is the home to a significant number of the state’s lower socio economic and most disadvantaged groups.

Northern Land Council

The Northern Land Council is an independant statutory authority of the Commonwealth. It is responsible for assisting Aboriginal peoples in the Top End of the Northern Territory to acquire and manage their traditional lands and seas.

Community Planning & Development Program
The Community Planning and Development (CP&D) Program helps Aboriginal people in the NLC region to drive their own development projects and secure benefits from the use of their land and waters.

Initiated in 2016, the CP&D Program supports Aboriginal groups to plan and implement projects that deliver lasting benefits that

Northern NSW Health - Disaster Recovery Team

Disaster recovery team supports people across the Northern NSW LGA to prepare, recover and respond to the impact of disasters

Northern Rivers Children's Services

Not for profit organisation - provision of Family Day Care, Early Childhood Services, Outside Of School Hours care, In home Care, and Ready Set Go. Ready Set Go is a Commonwealth Funded Communities for Children project and is a child development and parent support program for children 0 - 6 years for families in Lismore and Goonellabah Priority groups for funding include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, families with long term financial hardship or disadvantage and families with complex family stressors. Ready Set Go supports families to access support services.

Northern Rivers Community Gateway

Northern Rivers Community Gateway (NRCG) is a not-for-profit, incorporated community organisation formed in 1976 and incorporated in 1977.

The Northern Rivers Community Gateway is governed by a Board of Directors. The board is made up of professionals working and residing across NSW.

Northern Rivers Community Gateway receives funding for its projects and programs from a variety of agencies, sponsors, donors and fund raising initiatives.

Northern Rivers Housing

The Northern Rivers Housing is a not-for-profit company managing long-term social and affordable housing for people with special needs and residents with low and moderate incomes in the far North Coast region of New South Wales in Australia.
The Company is the largest Community Housing provider in this region.
Planning is well under way for future expansion of the Company’s property portfolio in all these local government areas. Growth will continue to be sourced from stock transfers from Housing NSW, new acquisitions including redeveloped properties, and properties developed by NCCH Community Housing in partnership with other regional organisations.

NCCH currently manages in excess of 900 properties across the far North Coast of NSW managing 950 tenancies.

NCCH acknowledges the Bundjalung, Arakwal, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl peoples who are the traditional custodians of the land that comprises the Northern Rivers.

Northey Street City Farm

Northey Street City Farm is a non-profit community organisation based in Brisbane, Australia.

The Farm is a venue for individuals, school groups and community groups to learn about permaculture and organic gardening principles.

Our purpose is to be an inspirational model of a community based, urban Permaculture farm which promotes and educates for sustainability. We believe that the dominant way of life is unsustainable, but by practicing Permaculture we can create an environmentally, socially and economically just world.

Northreach Community Care

Northreach Community Care Ltd is a registered charity working with marginalised, vulnerable and impoverished individuals in Townsville to provide housing, food, furniture and other supplies as needed.

Northside Community Service

Canberra based regional community service located in Dickson. Northern Community Service Ltd.

Northside Community Service - Aged Care Housing

Northside’s Assistance with Care and Housing program is funded throguh the Commonwealth Home Support Program and provides a wide range of services to older community members who are homeless or at risk of being homeless as they get older. This might be because they are on a low income or have insecure housing and face challenges finding a place to live that they can call home. The program team supports individuals over 65 years and people aged 50 years or older who are are prematurely aged*, on a low income and are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Contact our Relationships Coordinator on 02 6257 2255 for a confidential and freindly chat or click the link here for more information (from ACH Program Information) * People whose life experience – such as active military service, homelessness or substance abuse – have seen them age more quickly than other people

Northside Community Service - Common Ground

This unique housing initiative provides supportive and sustainable housing to low income earners and those who have experienced homelessness. As tenancy and project managers for the recently completed Common Ground Canberra, Located in the heart of Gungahlin, close to services, transport and shops, the site comprises of 40 x 1-bedroom units. There are also expansive internal and external common areas available for all tenants to use whenever they like – such as the communal open plan kitchen, computer work stations, entertainment room, art room, large communal veggie gardens and BBQ area. Along with Argyle, Northside Community Services are available onsite to provide that extra support to tenants.

Northside Community Service - Housing First

Housing First recognises that stability is more likely to be achieved if an individual or family has and affordable, safe, permanent place to live. This approach harnesses the power of permanent, safe housing to help people recover and heal from the trauma of homelessness. It gives them a safe space in which to address the issues that may be stopping them from living the lives they want.

Northside is contributing to ending homelessnesss in our region by striving to:

Provide safe, permanent and affordable housing for people with a lived experience of homelessness.

Facilitate access to client centred, strength based and trauma informed support services
Deliver social inclusion in our community through asset based community development

Northside Community Service - Majura Men's Shed

Majura Men's Shed build and repair wooden toys, made to order toys and furniture for playgroups and preschools and also for Aged Care & Community Care Facilities. Majura Men's Shed works closely with Alzheimer's Australia ACT to offer a number of programs for men with early onset dimentia.

Northside Community Service - Y.Engage

The Y.Engage team at Northside Community Service are committed to supporting young people of Inner North and Gunghalin regions of Canberra, between the ages of 12 - 25 who are vulnerable and disengaged. The Y.Engage team support young people through outreach, short-term case management, and through providing them with opportunities for leadership and skill building.

PRIMARY RECIPIENTS: YOUTH

Northside Connect

Northside Connect aims to build and encourage the local aspirations our north Brisbane community. Based in Nundah, we provide services such as legal advice, domestic violence support, practical relief from life stressors as well as a safe place to connect and reinforce the sense of community.

Northway Community Playgroup

Volunteer run community playgroup serving a need for families with pre kindy children to learn to socialise as they develop. We have mums with newborns coming who benefit from new friendships made. We do not charge any fees just a voluntary gold coin donation. Playgroup has been operating for 15 years and our outdoor equipment is old and tired. The group is part of the Mission Outreach of Northway Uniting Church, Beldon WA 6027. We provide a service for families restricted by financial situations and fill a gap where they are unable to attend day-care or prefer not to send them. It provides opportunities for volunteers to participate in community activities and enhance their self-worth and enjoyment of life.

Northwest Community Group Inc

We support people experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness. We do this through 3 x stands per week where we give out clothing, toiletries, blankets, tents, sleeping bags, air matresses etc.

We also run a program to help people who have gone from homelessness to housing, to help them get items they need to make their house a home.

Northwestern Mental Health - Travancore PARC

Subacute 10 bed mental health facility part of Melbourne Health

NOSS Tasmania

At NOSS, we are all about working with people with a disability to enrich their quality of life. We support, train and employ people with a disability.

Nourishing Neighbours

Provides culturally appropriate emergency food relief to those experiencing food insecurity. All clients are via support service referral ensuring their need is genuine & they have a team supporting them.

NOVA for Women and Children

NOVA for Women and Children is a specialist homelessness and domestic violence service for women and children, in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie areas. A service they have been providing for over 35 years.

Nova has 4 refuges spread throughout the region, providing crisis accommodation for up to 80 women and children each night who may be homeless or escaping domestic violence. Along with this they provide clients with a specialist case manager, an outreach a referral service and assistance in numerous ways to help women and families get back on their feet and start over.

Novo Education Space

A non-government Special Assistance secondary school in regional NSW. Our school strives to lift up young people, developing in them renewed hope, self-worth, autonomy and optimism. Our job is to help young people believe in themselves and to realise that they can shape their future and choose what it will be, regardless of what has come before. We acknowledge that staff, students and caregivers are all on a learning journey together and we work hard to make sure nobody gets left behind. We are committed to shaping the lives of young people so that they flourish and are positive contributors to their communities. We use trauma-sensitive positive education strategies to create safe spaces for young people to recover from previous educational experiences, grow and confidently take their next steps in their learning and life journey.

Nowra Community Food Store

NCFS is a not for profit charity, supporting residents of the Shoalhaven through providing low cost and free groceries to those that may be experiencing economic hardship. We also provide free grocery and personal care hampers to those in need. We have supported the community through the recent natural disasters in our area, now through the Covid19 pandemic.

Nowra Uniting Church

Church supporting families throughout the Nowra, South Coast NSW region.

NSW Department of Health - Liverpool Community Health Centre

Services provided include:
- Child Youth & Family Services
- Community Paediatrics
- Psychology
- Community Nutrition
- Sexual Assault Services

Within these services, our client groups are those that are marginalized and vulnerable. Many experience financial hardship and lack of resources.

NSW Department of Primary Industries - Broken Hill

Rural Resilience Officer, NSW Government, Dept Primary Industries covering Broken Hill, Cobar and Bourke

NSW Department of Primary Industries - Dubbo

DPI heavily involved in drought relief

NSW Department of Primary Industries - Gwydir

NSW DPI works hand in hand with producers – through droughts, floods, fires and other challenges – to drive stronger primary industries.

NSW Department of Primary Industries - Wollongbar

Provides various supports for NSW primary producers.
May be listed under Regional NSW or NSW Department of Planning and Environment

NSW Health - Aboriginal Child and Family Health

Within Aboriginal Child and Family health there are teams of Child and Family Health Nurses, Aboriginal Health Workers, and Social Workers in Community providing telehealth and sustained home visiting programs. We work along side families who may be experiencing child protection, financial, homelessness, mental health or social concerns. We have a culturally safe, trauma informed and holistic approach to enhance family functioning, child development and community wellbeing.

NSW Health - Aboriginal Healthy Lifestyles

Two arms of the team

Bulbuwil - chronic diease prevention programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the St George and Sutherland Shire areas of Sydney. Offering numerous healthy lifestyle programs, exercise groups, cooking groups, art therapy groups, eye and hearing clinics. Health checks and referrals for follow ups.

SEAHC - care coordination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District with chroinc dieases. Cooridnating specialist, doctors, applications to NDIS and my aged care, advocating for patients.

NSW Health - Child and Family Bowral

We provide Child and Family Health services to children up to 5 years of age and their families.

NSW Health - Liverpool/Fairfield Community Mental Health

Provides case management and support for people living with a mental illness

NSW Health Service - Professor Marie Bashir Centre

The centre is integrated with community mental health services to ensure people can get back to school, work, family and friends as soon as possible. The centre is a warm, calm environment with beautiful murals, peaceful garden spaces and colourful common areas for patients and visitors.

The Professor Marie Bashir Centre hosts a range of services including:

Assessment Unit to determine the best treatment options
Acute Mental Health Unit
Short Stay Unit for people needing care for 24 to 48 hours
gender separated High Dependency Units
Eating Disorder In-patient Program
Eating Disorder Day Program
Care for women with their babies
Research Unit (The University of Sydney)

NT Friendship & Support

NT Friendship & Support work with people across the lifespan including people with disability, foster children and foster carers and older adults.

NT Stolen Generations Aboriginal Corporation

To assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people separated from their families, to undertake family tracing and family reunions with counselling support.

Number 8 Prison Project Incorporated

Support for incarcerated, formerly incarcerated individuals and their families

Nundah Community Enterprises Cooperative

Nundah Community Enterprise Co-operative (N.C.E.C.) was formed in 1999 to create sustainable employment and training opportunities for people with Mental Illness, Learning Difficulty or Intellectual Disability.

Supporting people with meaningful work

We are a Not-For-Profit Organisation that currently trains and employs 23 people with meaningful work opportunities through our two business arms: Espresso Train Café & Catering and NCEC Parks & Maintenance.

Nundah Mental Health Service

Mental health service for those affected. Part of Metro North Community Health

Nundle Public School

Nundle public school

Nungurner Primary School

Nungurner Primary School is a small school in East Gippsland with 33 students. Although our school was not physically impacted by the 2019/2020 bushfire season our local community has been deeply impacted and financial losses to our community have been significant. Our students experienced multiple evacuations from their homes over the summer and this has impacted on our students' and families' wellbeing. The flow on effect to local businesses and the impact of COVID-19 has meant that our school has been unable to reach out to local community members and businesses to raise much needed fundraising for small projects within our school. We are seeking external support through GIVIT to assist us to undertake some small projects within our school, including the rejuvenation of our vegetable gardens and playground.

Nu-Road Welfare

As Nu-road Welfare Inc. and The Shack Community Centre, we provide assistance with food, counselling, rehab support and much more.
We help were needed if possible and contact other organisation if we cannot assist with certain requests.

Nurse Navigator Services - Mackay Base Hospital

Nurse Navigation Services - Mackay Base Hospital
Nurse Navigator Service:
Nurse NavigatorsIn 2016 the Nurse Navigator program was introduced in Queensland. Led by the Office of the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Clinical Excellence Division, the Nurse Navigator Service provides dedicated roles to facilitate the journey of patients with complex healthcare needs through an increasingly complex health-care system.

With the GP as the primary care provider and case manager, the nurse-led model of care provided by Nurse Navigator Service assists patients to navigate the complex healthcare system, from the community or primary health care setting, through hospital, and back home again. By working across multiple specialties, the Nurse Navigator Service aims to reduce service fragmentation and improve access for patients through care coordination, advocacy and education.

As highly experienced clinicians with an in-depth knowledge of the health system, Nurse Navigators support patients to improve their health literacy and capacity to self-manage their conditions. Nurse Navigators assist patients to access services in the right place, at the right time and by the right health-care professional or care provider.

Nurse Navigators link with all primary and acute care health professionals who identify and refer their most complex patients (adult or children), who require a coordinated approach to improve their health outcomes. Based upon similar criteria, other referrals to the service will come from specialists, hospitals and hospital data bases.

Nymboida Public School

We are a small school of 18 students who live in a drought and bushfire effected community. Nymboida Public School is a supportive, diverse and engaging learning environment that develops confidence and creativity in students.

Nyngan Baptist Fellowship

We are a small country church active in serving the local public and high school through chaplaincy and in youth and children's ministry. We also manage a community hall used by clubs and individuals for social gatherings.

Nyoongar Outreach Services Incorporated

We are an Aboriginal mobile outreach service providing social support, co-ordinated referrals and advocacy to Aboriginal people at risk in public spaces.

Our vision is Developing community safety and harmony in public spaces through positive interactions with Aboriginal people and the wider community.

We operate within specific precincts of the Perth metropolitan area including Fremantle, Vincent, Belmont, Midland and northern and southern corridors.

Our Mission is to provide street level early social intervention to Aboriginal people who are at risk of self harm, low level violent behaviour, entering the criminal justice system, homelessness, substance abuse or mental health issues and, through leadership and partnership with other organisations, to ensure that issues and unmet needs are met.

Oasis Youth Services ACT

Provides crisis accommodation with 24 hour staffing. Offers advice and referral. For ages 16-25 years who are homeless. Provides accommodation for up to 12 months. Program run by The Salvation Army.

Oberon Council

Local Government

O'Connor Primary School

O’Connor Primary prides itself in the development of the whole child. Values and social skills are an important part of the school curriculum, we are focused on providing an inclusive education for all students. Parents are encouraged to be involved and we welcome all input and involvement in the school as your child progresses through their primary education.

Office for Children, Youth and Family Support

The Office for Children, Youth and Family Support works in partnership with the community to provide care and protection services to children and young people, and family and community support to meet the needs of the people of Canberra. In addition, the Office is responsible for youth justice services, adoptions and the monitoring and licensing of children's services.

Office of the Public Guardian

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) is an independent statutory office established to protect the rights, interests and wellbeing of adults with impaired decision-making capacity, and children and young people in the child protection system. This includes those in out-of-home care, such as a foster home, the home of a kinship carer, a residential care facility, a youth detention or adult correctional centre, disability service or mental health facility.

Older Adults Mental Health Service

Community based service offering case management for people over the age of 65 years experiencing Mental Health issues

Olinda Community House

Neighbourhood House supporting our community

Olinda Primary School

Primary School

Olivia's Place

Operating under the premise that "it takes a village to raise a family", Olivia's Place caters to the needs of Gippsland families experiencing challenges through any stage of pregnancy or early parenting up to the youngest child's first birthday.

Omeo Primary School

Omeo Primary School is committed to nurturing students to achieve their full potential in an ever changing world.

On My Feet

On My Feet is dedicated to helping people experiencing, or vulnerable to homelessness, transform their lives by providing a unique hand-up comprising exercise, community & education. We collaborate with shelters, who help us “recruit” participants. Participants can choose to join morning walks with free coffee/chats afterward, and structured training sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. They receive our T-shirt & socks, & gain access to a network of caring, friendly volunteers. Participants experience improvements in their physical and mental health & build strong connections with the community & one another. These connections are significant determinants of well-being. Participants are entered into running/walking events to build their confidence We offer mentorship, as well as learning opportunities i.e. a regular schedule of workshops on topics such as resilience, nutrition, stress management & sleep. We work closely with employment agencies to help participants find work.

Oncology Massage Limited

Oncology Massage Limited (OML) is a not for profit training organisation, teaching previously qualified Tactile Therapists how to work safely and effectively with any person in frail health, especially those with a history or diagnosis of cancer.

One Arm Point Remote Community School

K - 12 School in remote indigenous community

One Meal - It Makes a Difference

One Meal – It Makes a Difference is a 100% volunteer, Sydney based not for profit community organisation that helps to feed, clothe and support the homeless and underprivileged.
Our mission is to provide nutritious meals and a range of human services to the homeless, destitute, impoverished and underprivileged people in our community and to assist in advancing their well-being, outlook on life and prospects for future independence – and to do so with strong ethics and integrity.
We run weekly meal services in Blacktown, Cronulla, Darlinghurst, Engadine, Kingsgrove, Manly, Miranda, Narraweena, Riverwood, Surry Hills and Sutherland.
In addition to our meal services, our Community Co-op hamper programs operating in Sutherland Shire, at Blacktown and on the Northern Beaches provide thousands of meals (fresh produce, prepared meals and non-perishables) each week to families and individuals in need.

One Tree Community Services Kalkarindji

Providing an early childhood service in a remote NT community called Kalkarindji

One Tree Wadeye Children and Family Centre

We are a not for profit children and family centre. We cater to local indigenous children. We provide child care for children and support families trying to re-enter the workforce. We also support community needs such as food and clothing.

One Voice

Established in 2012, One Voice was established with a vision to restore dignity and hope – one life at a time.

ONE80TC Limited

ONE80TC exits to rescue lives of young men and women from the devastating effects of drug & alcohol addiction, to restore hope and to rebuild families (our Mission).

ONE80TC is a holistic program that teaches much more than addiction recovery. We offer support and training in families, community service and employment pathways, and we provide access to GP, Psychologist and Psychiatrist (as required).

Run over 12 months the residential rehabilitation program is run as a therapeutic community and includes the following stages: Assessment and Intake, Transition (Group therapy), 5 Stages which include 12 steps plus individual tailored content, CBT & DBT therapies, Family Support worker, Caseworker (1-8 ratio), Medical GP, Clinical Psychologist, Graduation, Aftercare and Internship.

ONE80TC have been delivering drug and alcohol rehabilitation services since 1977, bringing life transformation to many thousands of young men and women.

OneLife NQ

OneLife NQ is proud to have enriched the lives of people since 1978 in the Mackay region.

Onelink

OneLink can connect their clients to a wide range of services including:
Child, youth and family services
Tenancy support
Support for people who are homeless
Legal services
Financial counselling
Mental health services
And many other support services

Ontrack College Emerald

Ontrack College Emerald is a Special Assistance School located in the rural community of Emerald, QLD. We offer placement for students in grades 7 - 10 who are unable to attend mainstreaming schooling due to mental and physical health reasons.

Oonah Health and Community Services Aboriginal Corporation

Oonah Aboriginal Health and Community Services is committed to providing a welcoming and culturally affirming service to the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people of Melbourne’s Inner and Outer East. We are a central point of contact for information, services, and programs that are focused on building a healthy and strong Community. Our team is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our Community by providing access to culturally appropriate services and support. We believe in empowering our Community and promoting self-determination.

Open Doors Youth Service Inc.

Open Doors Youth Service provides support to young people with diverse genders, sex and sexualities.
They support young people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Asexual, Pansexual, Sistergirl or Brotherboy (LGBTIQAP+ Sistergirl & Brotherboy) aged 12-24 across South East Queensland.
They are based in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane but provide outreach in varying capacities.
They are Queensland’s leading LGBTIQAP+ youth homelessness service, working with young people who are at risk of/are disengaging with community and are at risk of/are experiencing homelessness. They aim to support and stabilise living situations and provide early intervention to support finding a safe living arrangement. This may include finding accommodation short/long term, supporting in providing mediation with parents, schools and other family members as well as advocacy and providing referrals and links to safe and supportive services.

Open Hands Community Care

Open Hands Community Care is a NFP Charity which exists to transform the lives of our community, one life at a time.

- OUR SERVICES -

1. Community Support Services:
Our Neighbourhood Marketplace offers low-cost to no-cost foods, groceries and essential household items, to assist members of the Brisbane Community and surrounding areas.

Opening Hours:
Tues, Thurs & Sat - 10AM to 1PM
Wed & Fri - 10AM to 3PM

Location:
318 Ritchie Rd, Pallara QLD 4110

2. Disability Support Services:
As a Registered NDIS Provider, we offer support services ranging from Support Coordination, Community Nursing, Assistance with Daily Living, Community Access and Participation, Yard Maintenance and Cleaning and Accommodation Services (SILs, STA and MTA) to NDIS Participants.

Needing assistance? Contact our office for more information.

Office Hours
Monday to Friday - 9AM to 5PM

Open Haven

Open Haven is a registered charity that provides a safe and confidential place for women who are survivors of domestic violence abuse.

We provide emotional and practical support, as well as help women to understand, navigate, and access all available professional services by tailoring a plan to suit their specific need.
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This is a free and ongoing service.

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Open House Christian Centre - Revival Church Macarthur

We are a local church organisation in Harrington Park seeking to make a real difference in the lives of people of all backgrounds in the Macarthur region. In addition to our regular programs and church service, in March we are commencing a service aimed specifically at individuals with intellectual disabilities, providing an inclusive space for people who are often neglected, and respite for parents and carers. As we look to meet the needs of this demographic, we look forward to partnering with the community, and in doing so, extend our reach and influence.

Open Kitchen Junee - OzHarvest

Community accessible kitchen operating from the Presbyterian Church hall in Dennison Street.

Open Minds - Capalaba

Assist those with mental illness

Open Minds - Eight Mile Plains

We support people living with mental illness, disability or acquired brain injury.
With over 100 years of experience, Open Minds works to enhance mental health and wellbeing by delivering a range of tailored options and core supports focused on the individual needs of each person. We believe that every individual deserves personalised support in the areas of mental health and disability.

Open Minds - Ipswich

Assists with mental illness

Open Minds - Logan Central

PRIMARY RECIPIENTS: MENTAL HEALTH

Open Minds - Redcliffe

Open Minds is a leading provider of mental health and disability support services in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. With more than 100 years of history, Open Minds is committed to its purpose of enabling an independent and positive future for people living with mental illness and disabilities.

Open Minds - Stones Corner

Assists with disability and chronic illness

Open Minds - Sunshine Coast

The Open Minds hub in Maroochydore is home to 3 different mental health programs:
Coastal Supports - The Open Minds Coastal Supports program is a CPS (Commonwealth Psychosocial Support) initiative and provides group and one-on-one community-based supports to people living with severe mental illness to achieve their recovery goals.

The Way Back Program - The Way Back provides practical support for
people after a suicide attempt for up to three months after they leave hospital. It addresses a significant gap in the current service system and eases this distress by guiding them towards the right support and informing them about how to stay safe.

Clinical Care Coordination team - offering clinical support for people experiencing severe and complex mental health issues.

Open Minds - Townsville

We support people living with mental illness, disability or acquired brain injury.

With over 100 years of experience, Open Minds works to enhance mental health and wellbeing by delivering a range of tailored options and core supports focused on the individual needs of each person. We believe that every individual deserves personalised support in the areas of mental health and disability.

Open Minds - Woolloongabba

Assists with disabilities and chronic illness

Open Support - St Vincent's Private Hospital

Provides crisis accommodation and outreach support to women and children fleeing domestic violence.

Operation Sunshine WA Incorporated

Supporting children in out-of-home care, escaping domestic violence, and experiencing disadvantage across Western Australia.

Orana Support Service Incorporated

Orana Support Service Incorporated is a homeless service, operating a women's refugee, Sturt House and boarding house. We assist people with tenancy support.

Orana Youth Shelter - Queensland Baptist Care

Providing supported accommodation to homeless young people aged 15 to 18

Orange Local Aboriginal Lands Council

OLALC run a variety of community based projects including education, domestic violence support, transition to work activities and play groups.

Orange Sky Laundry Inc

Orange Sky Laundry is the world's first free mobile laundry service for the homeless. A crazy idea in 2014 to put two washing machines and two dryers in a van and wash and dry clothes for free. Starting in the streets of Brisbane, Orange Sky has now grown to 9 services across Australia in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Sydney, Sunshine Coast, Canberra, Perth, Adelaide, SE Melbourne and now does over 5.8 tonnes of laundry every week. However most importantly, having over 1,200 hours of positive and genuine conversations every week.

Orelia Primary School

Education of 4-12 year old children

Ormeau State School

School

Orygen - headspace Melton

Provides Youth Mental Health and access for young people aged 12-25

Orygen - Parkville

Working with young people, our partners and one another, we're redefining what's possible in global youth mental health research, policy, education and clinical care.

Orygen Youth Inpatient Psychiatric Unit - Footscray

Orygen Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (Orygen IPU) is a 22 bed facility, comprised of 16 Low Dependency Unit beds and 6 Intensive Care Area beds. The unit provides tertiary mental health services for young people (15-25) who are experiencing acute mental health difficulties. During their admission, the young people are engaged in collaborative care with a range of health professionals, such as: Occupational Therapists, Psychiatrists, Nursing staff, Social Workers, Exercise Physiologists and Peer Support Workers.

Our House Our Haven

Our House Our Haven is a mental health nurse lead outpatient not-for-profit service for people with severe and complex mental health in the Ipswich and Lockyer Valley areas. Our professionals provide therapy and social support to meet the mental health needs and goals of our community within a unique hobby farm type environment.

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School - Thursday Island

Small Catholic school striving to overcome the challenges of providing equitable education to students in the remote Torres Strait (off tip of Queensland). We are in a very remote, poorly serviced area. We teach Prep to Year 6 with two campuses on Hammond Island and Thursday Island. School of special character - predominantly First Nation students, high percentage English as Second Language Learners, low socio economic background.