Family Mental Health Support Services

We are here to provide essential support for families facing mental health challenges. Our dedicated team offers counseling, education, crisis intervention, and assistance in navigating the mental health system. We prioritise the well-being of the entire family unit and provide ongoing follow-up care. Join us on the path to recovery and resilience, as we empower families to thrive.

FMHSS provides flexible, responsive options for children and young people up to the age of 18 who are affected by, or at risk of mental health concerns, and their families. Participants can expect services to offer the support outlined below:

• Intensive, long-term, early intervention support for children, young people and their families which may include: assessment and identification of needs; practical assistance and home-based support; linking with other relevant services; and, targeted therapeutic groups.
• Short-term immediate assistance for families which may include assessment of needs, information or referrals, and limited support.
• Community outreach, mental health education and community development activities which may include: organisation of and participation in community events; and, general group work in the community.

Highest priority is given to vulnerable children, young people and their families including those from Indigenous or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, children and families in contact with the child protection system, and young people transitioning from out-of-home care. Services will accept referrals of children and young people from any source, including self-referrals, and conduct an initial brief screening process to ensure Family Mental Health Support Services is the appropriate service for them.