Therapy Dog

Welcome Paula and Frankie (girl) to AHPS. Students have loved meeting Frankie and Paula is pretty amazing too! They will be at the school for the rest of term 3. Students have been learning about communication and feelings.

https://caninecomprehension.com.au/about-us/meet-the-team/paula/

Foodbank

Our school is fortunate to have regular deliveries of fresh apples and carrots to the school. If your family are finding the cost of living challenging, please reach out to the school because we can provide some assistance with food.

Information from Helping Hands

Airport West Op Shop – 14 McIntosh Street

Lunch: Monday to Friday, 12pm–2pm – Just $5

Morning & Afternoon Tea: All day – $2 donation

Looking for good food and great company? Join us at our Airport West store for a warm, freshly made lunch or a cuppa and chat anytime during the day. Our lunch menu changes daily and might include anything from hearty soups and casseroles to fresh salads, sandwiches, quiches, bakes, and more.

We proudly create most of our meals from top-quality rescued food, thanks to our partnerships with OzHarvest, Fareshare, Foodbank and Second Bite – turning food that might otherwise go to waste into something delicious and nourishing.

Pop in for morning or afternoon tea anytime – for a $2 donation, enjoy cakes, biscuits and hot drinks (the kettle’s always on!).

This is more than just a meal – it’s a place to connect, unwind, and feel at home. Everyone is welcome.

https://www.helpinghandsmission.org.au/

Mental Health and Wellbeing support services

Service	Focus	Phone number	Operating hours
Emergency	Emergency assistance	000	24 hours/7 days
NURSE-ON-CALL	Expert health advice from a nurse	1300 60 60 24	24 hours/7 days
VAHI mental health services directory	For people seeking a specialist mental health response that will identify the urgency and nature of response required	Phone numbers are available in each area	24 hours/7 days
Beyond Blue	Depression, anxiety and related disorders	1300 22 4636	24 hours/7 days
Lifeline	Crisis support, suicide prevention and mental health support services	13 11 14	24 hours/7 days
SANE	People affected by complex mental health issues	1800 187 263	Mon – Fri 10am – 8pm

Service	Focus	Phone number	Operating hours
Kids Helpline	Telephone counselling service for people aged between 5 and 25 / 24-hour service	1800 55 1800	24 hours/7days
headspace	Young people aged 12–25	1800 650 890	9am – 1am/7 days
Parentline	Parents and carers with children from birth to 18 years	13 22 89	8 am – midnight/7 days
Safe Steps (Family Violence Response Centre)	Family violence support	1800 015 188	24 hours/7 days
Gay and Lesbian Switchboard	Gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex (GLBTI) communities.	1800 729 367 (Vic) 1800 184 527 (Aus)	10am – 5pm/7 days (Vic) 3pm – 12am/7 days (Aus)
Sexual Assault Crisis Line Victoria	Victims/survivors of past and recent sexual assault	1800 806 292	5 pm – 9 am/7 days
Griefline	Support for experiencing loss and grief	1300 845 745	8am – 8pm/7 days
DirectLine	People impacted by drug use	1800 888 236	24 hours/7 days
Family Drug and Gambling Help	People impacted by drug use and gambling	1300 660 068	24 hours/7 days
SuicideLine Victoria	People affected by suicide	1300 651 251	24 hours/7 days
PANDA	People planning, starting or raising a family	1300 726 306	Mon – Fri 10am – 8pm Saturdays 9am – 4pm
Gambler's Help Youthline	Gambling support for people under 25	1800 262 376	24 hours/7 days
OCD and Anxiety helpline	Anxiety disorders and depression	1300 269 438 or 9830 0533	Mon – Fri 10am–4pm
Mensline	Men with concerns about mental health, anger, violence, addiction, stress, relationships.	1300 78 99 78	24 hours/7 days
Bush Support Line	People in rural and remote areas	1800 805 391	24 hours/7 days

Community