Wellbeing

Support Programs offered by Anglicare Victoria
Anglicare Victoria is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting children, young people, and families across the state. With a strong focus on prevention and empowerment, Anglicare helps individuals navigate life’s challenges and work towards lasting, positive change. The organisation believes in the strength and potential of every family, and through tailored support, aims to help them thrive. Please contact Anna Baker, Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader, anna.baker@education.vic.gov.au if you have any questions about the programs below.
Local Emergency Relief
The objective of the Emergency Relief program is to support people with their immediate crisis, in a way that maintains dignity and encourages self-reliance.
Anglicare Victoria Program | Address | Service Times | Service Method & Contact Number | Service Type |
Preston ER | Anglicare Victoria 42, Mary St, Preston | FRIDAY- 10:00 am- 1:00 pm Financial Counselling by appointment | Drop in, no appointment required. Ph: 0472 725 118 |
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Mission House | 120 Napier St, Fitzroy | Tuesday- Friday 10:00am- 2:00 pm
Financial Counselling Tuesday- Friday by appointment | Drop in, no appointment required. Ph: 03 9486 0445 |
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St Marks Community Centre | 250 George St, Fitzroy | Mon- Friday 10:30 am- 2:30 pm | Drop in, no appointment required. Ph: 03 9412 6060 |
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Rental Stress Financial Counselling
Rental Stress Financial Counsellors are available for people in a private tenancy experiencing rental stress across the state.
How the AV Rental Stress Program Can Help?
• Helping you understand your financial situation
• Helping you make payment plans and negotiate with creditors for debts
• Providing tips and tools to make the most of your money
• Assist with accessing concessions and rebates
• Connecting you with legal advice about your situation
• Refer to other services, such as housing services and advocacy services
• Explain options if you can't pay bills
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: Rental Stress Program - Anglicare Victoria How to Access Support To refer yourself or someone else to this financial counselling service, please send an enquiry to: rentalstressfc@anglicarevic.org.au Or call tel:1800 992 495
Energy Assistance Program
Free help with your energy bills
They can help you with:
Call Anglicare Victoria’s Energy Team on 1800 531 741 (between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday excluding public holidays) Or email energy@anglicarevic.org.au
Human Sexuality and Consent Education
Our school proudly partners with Talking The Talk Healthy Sexuality Education by subscribing to their Virtual Classroom Resource
This is your monthly reminder to educate yourself and keep up the conversations with your children. |
Access the Talking The Talk Virtual Classroom parent platform:
Our School’s Initial sign up link: https://www.talkingthetalksexed.com.au/offers/X5YY6gFh?coupon_code=THORPAR338
Subsequent Logins: https://www.talkingthetalksexed.com.au/login
Upcoming live parent session on Zoom
Monday 18th August 8:00 pm (more information to come in term 3)
- This month’s free resource link(s):
- Download your free parent conversations Guide Ebook from the parent platform (link above) and then listen to Vanessa explain it to you on her Healthy Sexuality Conversations
- Podcast: https://www.talkingthetalksexed.com.au/blog/talking-the-talk-healthy-conversations-episode-14