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1-2-3 Magic Course

Parenting is one of the most important jobs we will ever have. This workshop provides parents with some tips and tools on parental responses that encourage helpful family relationships.

1800RESPECT

1800RESPECT are open 24 hours to support people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.

2 day Learn to Write Easy English training

Come away learning practical strategies to improve the way you write. Increase your engagement with the people you want to communicate with.

24 Hour Parenting Line

The Parent Line is available at any time to assist parents, of children 0-5 years, with stressful parenting issues or concerns.

24 Hr Dementia Helpline 1800 699 799

Dementia Support Australia offers a free national service operating 24/7 365 days a year.

24/7 Sexual Assault Crisis Response Helpline

SASS provides a 24-hour sexual assault crisis response and information support service.

A Tasmanian Lifeline 1800 98 44 34

If you are struggling, feeling alone, or just having a tough time, you can call A Tasmanian Lifeline on 1800 98 44 34 between 8am and 8pm, every day of the year.

A Twist of Lemons

A welcoming social space for queer women, diversity and allies.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Parenting Separately Program

A culturally safe, confidential and supportive space to assist children and parents with moving forward from separation.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Support

We provide culturally sensitive legal representation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Aboriginal Cultural Connections

A culturally sensitive counselling and community development service.

Aboriginal Education Services

Aboriginal Education Services assist schools to enable all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people to reach their learning potential, and support learning opportunities for all Tasmanian learners to understand and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures.

Aboriginal Health Service

Whatever you want from the Aboriginal Health Service, you'll probably be able to get it: from a massage to a counselling session, from a health check to a cultural experience.

Aboriginal Housing Services

Aboriginal Housing Services Tasmania (AHST) provides secure, appropriate and affordable rental housing to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in Tasmania.

Aboriginal Liaison Officers

The Tasmania Police Aboriginal Strategic Plan, developed in consultation with relevant stakeholders, provides a framework by which Tasmania Police will focus on the development of relationships with the wider Aboriginal community to ensure that, through consultation, all reasonable expectations can be met.

Accommodation and Support for Homeless Men

Bethlehem House is a 24-hour residential accommodation and case management support service for homeless men.

Acquired Brain Injury Support

We provide support and rehabilitation services for people with acquired brain injury (ABI) and their families within the north of the state.

Active Launceston – FREE physical activity

Active Launceston is a community driven partnership with the vision of improving the health and wellbeing of the Launceston community through physical activity.

Activity Centre

Our Activity Centre support general wellbeing, social connectedness and more specific needs, including providing support for people living with dementia and those people who care for others.

Additional Support Vaccination Clinic

COVID-19 vaccination clinics have been set up in Hobart and Launceston for people living with disability and/or mental illness, NDIS recipients and their carers, disability support workers, and people who may have anxiety about medical procedures.

Adoptions and Permanency Services

Adoptions and Permanency Services provide adoption services to those considering placing their child for adoption, those who wish to adopt, those subject to past adoptions and those who were once in state care.

Adult Community Mental Health Services

We offer a free, confidential service to people aged between 18 and 65 years who have a severe and complex mental health problem. We provide assessment, treatment, support and education.

Adult Literacy Program

Support for any adults to improve literacy

Advanced Job Reach

Are you over 45 years old? Are you actively looking for employment in Southern Tasmania? Advanced Job Reach increases your opportunity to gain long-term employment in a supportive environment with a job placement being the primary goal.

Advice and Referral Line

Strong Families, Safe Kids Advice & Referral Line is the first point of contact for child wellbeing and safety.

Affordable Housing

CatholicCare provides an affordable housing service for people who are on low incomes. We deliver State government programs that prioritise housing for people who have a high need for safe and stable accommodation due to particular circumstances in their lives such as family violence.

After School, Weekend and Residential Camps

We provide after school, weekend and residential camps and programs for children that may not otherwise have the opportunity.

Aged and Disability Support

We provide assistance with shopping, social support, transport and activities, to eligible clients.

Aged and Home Care Services

Right across Tasmania, we support positive ageing, living well and maintaining independence at home.

Aged Care Program

The South East Tasmanian Aboriginal Corporation (SETAC’s) Aged Care Services are open to Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians within our community.

Aged Care System Navigator Trial

Specialised support and assistance to navigate the aged care system

AIDS, Hepatitis and Related Diseases Support

TasCAHRD (Tasmanian Council for AIDS, Hepatitis and Related Diseases), provides information, education, advocacy, and support on issues relating to HIV AIDS, Hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections and gay men's health.

Airport Chaplaincy

Chaplaincy and personal support for airport staff and passengers.

AK Young Women’s Emergency Accommodation Service

AK Young Women's Emergency Accommodation Service operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Providing safe, secure, supported accommodation to young women aged between 13 and 20 years who may be experiencing family violence, homelessness, or are at risk of becoming homeless.

Al-Anon Family Groups

If you are concerned about someone else's drinking, there are Al-Anon Family Groups near you to support you. Most face to face Al-Anon groups are again open in Tasmania. Good news!!

Alcohol and Drug Services

The Alcohol and Drug Service is a free statewide service that provides treatment to individuals and their families for alcohol, tobacco and other drug issues.

Alcohol and drug treatment service

Our professional allied health workers will provide you with tailored treatment designed to support you to live free from substance dependence.

Alcohol and other drug Helpline

When habits become harmful, life can get tough. If you are looking for info or support services for drugs and alcohol we can help. 1800 161 266.

Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs Peak Body

Working with all levels of government and the community, the Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs Council (ATDC) plays a vital role in leading, collaborating and advocating for increased investment into treatment services, and population based initiatives that reduce the harms associated with problematic substance use across Tasmania.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Having trouble with alcohol? Does your drinking worry you? Is it causing you to get into unpleasant or dangerous situations? Are family members complaining about your drinking? See if the AA program is what you need.

All Abilities Playground

We offer an All Abilities playground, please come and enjoy.

All abilities Sailing

We provide a safe and friendly environment where people of all abilities can participate in the sport of sailing.

Anglicare Drug and Alcohol Treatment Service Plus (ADATS+)

Drug and Alcohol Treatment for young people aged 12+, or for people who are also experiencing homelessness or mental health issues.

Anne Bevan Counselling

Highly discounted counselling for people with Health Care Cards. Depression, anxieties, stress management, food as medicine, mindfullness, cognitive therapy.

Anti-Discrimination Services and Supports

Equal Opportunity Tasmania aims to foster a society free of discrimination, prejudice, bias and prohibited conduct by administering the Anti-Discrimination Act 1998 (Tas).

Anti-Discrimination Training

Equal Opportunity Tasmania has a range of training available to community groups, government organisations, schools and private business. We also offer community information sessions on discrimination and related issues.

Arthritis and Osteoporosis InfoLine 1800 011 041

Arthritis & Osteoporosis Tasmania has a free telephone information service for people with arthritis or osteoporosis; their carers or family members; health professionals; and any interested member of the public.

Asking Better Questions workshop

Would you like to have better relationships and get better outcomes with everyone? Change the way you are communicating!

Assistance Tas – Emergency Relief Application

A quick and easy way to apply online for Emergency Relief near you.

Assistance with Care and Housing

The Assistance with Care and Housing (ACH) Program helps financially disadvantaged older people who are homeless or have insecure accommodation and are at risk of becoming homeless to remain in the community

Assitive Technology Assistance

We are a charitable non-profit community organisation that provides advice and information about assistive technology.

Asthma Australia Helpline

Coughing, wheezing, sneezing? Do you have a question about asthma? 1800 ASTHMA (1800 278 462) is available.

Asylum Seeker Support

Tasmanian Asylum Seeker Support is a grassroots network of people who are interested in welcoming asylum seekers to Tasmania.

Attempted Suicide Aftercare Program (ASAP)

Our Attempted Suicide Aftercare Program can provide support to understand what led to this suicide attempt and develop ways to keep yourself safe when things feel overwhelming.

Autism Support

We are committed to improving the lives of adults and children on the autism spectrum, their families, and carers; and to improve community awareness, acceptance, and understanding of autism.

Autism Support

Giant Steps Tasmania is a not for profit, independent, specialist school and therapy center (K-12) for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and a community and access support group for adult aged clients.

B4 Early Years Coalition

B4 connects, supports, engages with, and encourages individuals and organisations to work together to ensure all children in Tasmania can reach their potential.

Baptcare Mental Health TasConnect

TasConnect is a free and confidential mental health referral phone line for all Tasmanians.

Bayview Lodge

Bayview Lodge provides safe, affordable long term communal housing for singles and couples on low incomes.​

Be Connected

Be Connected is an Australia wide initiative empowering all Australians to thrive in a digital world.

Be the Boss

Be the Boss is about getting on top of your money for good.

Beaconsfield Child and Family Learning Centre

The Beaconsfield Child and Family Learning Centre provides a range of early childhood services for families with young children aged 0-5 in the 7275, 7276, and 7270 post code areas.

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood House

Professional and friendly support services and groups of many kinds are available here at Beaconsfield Neighbourhood House for those living locally in the Tamar Valley of Tasmania.

Behaviour and Allied Health

The Behaviour and Allied Health team at Nexus implement and monitor Behaviour Support Plans, mental health support services, functional capacity assessments, and recommendations for assistive technology.

Beyondblue helpline and online chat

Beyond Blue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live.

Bi-Cultural Community Health Program

This program assists people from refugee background who are settling in Tasmania to make informed decisions around their wellbeing and independently access appropriate health services.

Bilton Lodge

If you are over 18, on a low income and need somewhere to live in southern Tasmania, Bilton Lodge may be an option.

Blue Knot Helpline

Blue Knot Foundation is the National Centre of Excellence empowering recovery for the more than 5 million Australian adults living with the impacts of complex trauma.

Bluey Community Support

Transport, inhome help, social outings and more options for males and lgtbiqp.

Brain Injury Peak Body

The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT) is the peak body for people living with or affected by brain injury in Tasmania.

Break O’Day alcohol and other drug services

Support, counselling and practical help if you are affected by alcohol or other drug issues and you live in the Break O’Day municipality.

Breakfast with Us

The Breakfast with Us team would like to extend an invitation for you to join us for Breakfast.

Breast Cancer Support

We fund game-changing breast cancer research with money raised entirely by the Australian public.

Breastfeeding Association Tasmanian Branch

The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) provides mother to mother breastfeeding support in a range of ways including local groups where mothers can chat face to face with a trained breastfeeding counsellor, and meet other mums who may have faced similar challenges.

Breastfeeding Helpline

We provide reassurance and give you knowledge about how breastfeeding works and help in overcoming common hurdles.

Breastfeeding Support Groups

You can come along and meet new friends, chat to and get hints and tips from other mothers who've 'been there' and talk to a trained, volunteer breastfeeding counsellor if needed.

BreastScreen Tasmania

BreastScreen Tasmania provides free screening mammograms to women who have no breast symptoms

Bridgewater Community Centre

The Jordon River Service (JRS) makes a difference by providing a safe place, with opportunities for people to grow and share their skills and knowledge.

Bruny Island Community Health Centre

The Bruny Island Community Health Centre provides residents with the opportunity to access quality health and community services.

Bucaan Community House

Bucaan Community House offers support to the community. We run activities and programs based on community need. Come and visit us to find out more.

Building a Future

Building a Future provides an opportunity to help build skills and resilience to better support someone who has a living experience of mental ill health.

Building Blocks

Our Building Blocks program works with children 0-8 years and their families in the Break O'Day, Bicheno and Dorset communities to provide early learning, occasional care, parenting support and assistance.

Burnie Child and Family Learning Centre

The Burnie Child and Family Learning Centre supports the health and well-being, education and care of Tasmania's children (pre-birth - 5 years)

Burnie Community House

Burnie Community House supports community members and their family with capacity building opportunities and social inclusion spaces.

Burnie Lodge

Burnie Lodge provides affordable long term communal housing in northwest Tasmania if you are on a low income.

Bushfire-Ready Neighbourhoods

We help high risk Tasmanian communities to work together to prepare for bushfires.

Cancer online and telephone support

Cancer Council offers a variety of free telephone and internet cancer support groups available to those patients and carers who prefer the convenience and privacy of receiving peer related support in their own home.

Cancer Support Centres

Cancer Council trained staff and volunteers are available to assist members of the public with any enquiry or support need relating to cancer which can be made over the phone or by simply dropping in – no appointment is necessary.

Cancer Support for 12-25 year olds and support for Parents

CanTeen supports young people when cancer turns their world upside down and helps them cope with the physical, emotional and practical impact of living with cancer.

Cancer support for under 25’s

Cancer Council Tasmania’s Cancer Support for Under 25’s is a state-wide program supporting Tasmanian families of children, adolescents and young adults with cancer up to the age of 25 years and survivors of childhood cancer.

Cancer Support Groups

Cancer Council Support groups provide a safe place for people affected by cancer to come together, develop friendships, share ideas and thoughts in a non-judgemental environment.

Capacity Building and Community Access

Nexus offers support to help you access the community and build the skills that you need to achieve your goals.

Care Coordination Service

The Care Coordination Service is a free service for people involved in alcohol and other drugs programs. We work with you and your services to develop an individual care plan.

Care2Serve

Care2Serve is part of the Carers Tasmania group. It specialises in support for carers across all parts of Tasmania.

Career Transition Australia (CTA)

The Career Transition Assistance (CTA) program is designed to help mature-age job seekers to build their confidence and skills to become more competitive in their local labour market.

Carer Gateway

Practical advice and support for carers. We're here for you.

Carer payments

If you are a carer you may be able to get financial help from the Australian Government, depending on how much care you provide.

Carer Support

Carers Tasmania provides many services to support carers including educational workshops, peer support, social gathering, individual support, information and advice.

Caring Dads

Caring Dads is a group work program that helps men who have used violence and focuses on improving parenting practices.

Caring for the dying support

Caring for someone nearing end of life is a special and sometimes challenging role. Our volunteers and staff are here to support you, and to understand your needs and concerns.

Central Coast Adult Day Centre

The Central Coast Adult Day Centre provides day centre services for aged, younger disabled and their carers and people from special needs groups.

Central Highlands Community Health Centre

The Centre provides residents and visitors with the opportunity to access quality health and community services.

Chaplaincy

Chaplains have a diverse role, from organising the school breakfast program, to providing a safe space for students to share their thoughts and feelings, to organising food relief and other practical care for families.

Chaplaincy and Spiritual Support

Scripture Union Tasmania's vision is to bring hope for the future to children, young people and families through its camping, missions, resources and school chaplaincy services.

Chat & Choose

Weekly gatherings for men and women who want to do crafts, make new friends, and chat over a cup of tea or coffee.

Chats Program

Chats is a social support program that offers a large variety of social activities each calendar month, providing transport and opportunities to get out of the house, meet new people, share new experiences and develop friendships.

Chigwell House

Chigwell House in Berriedale, is a community hub that takes a holistic approach to addresses homelessness and barriers to independence by providing services, information and events for vulnerable people.

Child and Family Centre

The Break O'Day Child and Family Centre is a friendly and welcoming place for families with young children (pre-birth to 5 years).

Child and Family Centre

Tagari lia Child and Family Centre is a safe place where families with children aged zero to five years can go to play and learn whilst also accessing health and family support services.

Child and Family Centre

The Clarence Plains Child and Family Centre provides free support for families with children aged 0-5 in a friendly and welcoming community environment.

Child and Family Centre

Ravenswood Child Health Centre welcomes all families with children aged between birth to five years of age living in the Ravenswood area.

Child and Family Centre Chigwell

**COVID-19 Update - our play space is currently closed, we have lots of online resources and activities. See our facebook page or contact us for information.**
Child and Family Centre Chigwell is a place where families can play and access services and support in their local community.

Child and Family Centre East Devonport

The East Devonport Child and Family Centre is a place for families with children birth to 5 to access a range of services.

Child and youth mental health service

Support for vulnerable families with children and young people (0-18) who are showing early signs of, or at risk of, developing mental illness.

Child Care Finder

Child Care Finder helps you find Early learning and child care services including centre based day care, family day care, in home care and outside school hours care. You can also find preschools and kindergartens.

Child Friendly Island

FACT is working with our non-government members, and encourages all Tasmanian's to commit to making Tasmania a Child Friendly Island.

Child Health and Parenting Centres (North West)

Child Health and Parenting Service provides opportunities for new families to network with other services within the community.

Child Health and Parenting Centres (North)

Child Health and Parenting Service provides opportunities for new families to network with other services within the community.

Child Health and Parenting Centres (South)

Child Health and Parenting Service provides opportunities for new families to network with other services within the community.

Child Inclusive Mediation

Child Inclusive Mediation provides a safe way of communicating your child’s feelings to assist in decision-making after changes to the family situation.

Child Protection

We're Australia's first secular for purpose organisation to focus entirely on the prevention of child abuse and neglect before it starts.

Child Safety Service

If you have concerns for the safety or welfare of a child, call the Advice and Referral Line on 1800 000 123.

Child, Youth and Family Engagement

The Child, Youth and Family Engagement program (CYFE) offers support for children and young people and their families to optimise wellbeing.

Children’s Choir and Drama Club

We have an amazing group of young people who sing, play, act, tell jokes and have an amazing time together.

Children’s Contact Service

A service providing safe and positive contact arrangements for children whose parents are separated.

Children’s Counselling

CatholicCare Tasmania offers counselling and support group programs specifically designed for children and young people aged from 5 to 17 years.

Choices (previously MICare Choices)

Choices supports people to transition from hospital (Department of Psychiatry; Department of Emergency Medicine, Royal Hobart Hospital) back into the community.

Christian Fellowship together with people with disabilities

We provide fellowship together with people with disabilities through branch activities, holidays and day trips where we foster and encourage full acceptance.

Church Online

Online church services including the Hope Discovery Kids Sunday program are streamed online

Circular Head Aboriginal Corporation

Our mission is creating a sustainable organisation by developing our future from the wisdom of the past, healing, nourishing, reconstructing our spirit, our land, and our culture and to transfer the knowledge, gained, to the young Aboriginal community to pass onto future generations.

City Kitchen

City kitchen provides low cost meals to the Burnie community from our location at the Burnie Baptist Church

City Mission Op Shops

City Mission Op Shops provides quality second hand items at affordable prices. Proceeds from our Op Shops support the work of Hobart City Mission, helping those in our community who need it most.

Clarence Integrated Health Centre

The Clarence Community Health Centre provides residents with the opportunity to access quality health and community services.

Clarence Plains Community Chaplain

The Clarence Plains Community Chaplain service is a non-denominational service to help community members towards a positive future by bringing compassion, help and hope to communities where Mission Australia has an active presence.

Clarendon Vale Neighbourhood Centre

Clarendon Vale Neighbourhood Centre (CVNC) is a safe welcoming space for all the Clarendon Vale / Clarence Plains community and its surrounds.

Cleft Palate and Lip Society (CleftPals)

The Cleft Palate and Lip Society (CleftPALS) provides support, reassurance, and knowledge to parents of children born with a cleft condition.

Click & collect

To help meet the needs of those most vulnerable in our community, during the coronavirus pandemic, Mersey Community Care is offering a free click & collect service for grocery, pharmaceutical and all other essential items.

Coaching young people for success

Impact Communities is the provider of this exciting coaching and mentoring program in Tasmania.

Coeliac Helpline

Coeliac Australia provides information and support for those diagnosed with coeliac disease, or those medically requiring a gluten free diet.

Colony 47 – Housing Connect – Emergency Support Program (ESP)

We meet people in spaces where they are comfortable, to help those sleeping rough connect with services.

Colville Place

Colville Place is a nine-room accommodation service that takes referrals for young people 12-15 who are at risk of homelessness.

Commonwealth Home Support Programme

Wyndarra's Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) helps senior Australians access entry-level support services to live independently and safely at home.

Communities for Children

CatholicCare's Communities for Children program (or C4C as it is sometimes called) has activities and supportive programs for families in the Burnie area who have children 0-12 years of age.

Communities for Children – South East Tasmania

Communities for Children deliver programs and activities for families with Children in the 0-12 year age group that address the priority areas of Safety, Resilience and Aspirations.

Community Access

Mosaic Support Services has a strong focus on empowering our clients to have a presence in the community, work towards their personal goals, forge new friendships and live rich and fulfilling lives.

Community Activities & events in your area

COTA Tasmania provides an online directory of community activities and events, with a focus on those over 50yrs.

Community Aged Care Services

Masonic Care Tasmania (MCT) delivers high-quality, customised residential and community based aged care services to meet the current and future needs of older Tasmanians, their carers and families.

Community Based Supported Employment

Find real, meaningful employment in the community that suits your skills, interests and support needs. Community based supported employment (CBSE) is designed around you and your unique talents and capabilities.

Community Bus

The Geeveston Community Centre Bus is a 12 seater that is for rent to community, educational and sporting groups at $55 day.

Community Car

St Helens Community Car Group provides transport for older persons, those with disabilities and their carers.

Community Care

We assist people to have a more independent lifestyle through the delivery of services which are not currently being provided by family or through other community or government agencies.

Community Care Referral Service

Tasmanian Community Care Referral Service provides easy access to information and referrals for home and community care services through a single phone call.

Community Cars

Community cars assist residents with travel to and from non-urgent medical appointments.

Community clinic

Free community clinic for Natural Medicine.

Community Dance and Theatre

We provide mature adults with dance and theatre skills development opportunities. We also run classes for those living with neurological conditions.

Community Education

Community Education is designed to support community groups to further their understanding and awareness of mental illness and increase recovery-oriented knowledge and skills.

Community events

Families Tasmania and the Family Food Patch program have a strong reputation for developing, hosting and participating in a wide range of community events.

Community Exchange

The Community Exchange Network Tasmania (CENTs) is a place where people trade their goods, services and skills without money.

Community Garden

Producing lots of wonderful food for our Community Lunches, Eating with Friends program and the Free Food Table.

Community Garden

Growing fresh produce in our garden for sale at low prices.

Community Health and Wellbeing

Hub4Health is committed to providing and increasing access to a range of allied health care services and community development activities for rural and remote communities in NE Tasmania.

Community Health Centre – Burnie

The Burnie Community Health Centre provides residents with the opportunity to access quality health and community services.

Community Health Centres

FindHelpTAS lists Community Health Centres, many of who provide drug, alcohol and addictions support.

Community home care services

OneCare Limited is a leading provider of aged care services in Tasmania, supporting more than 2,000 people across the state.

Community Lunch

We hold a free Community Lunch every week.

Community Lunch

We run Community Lunches on the third Tuesday of the month.

Community Lunch

We run a monthly community lunch.

Community lunch program

Come along and join us at NoBucks cafe to experience exceptional hospitality, fellowship and friendship.

Community Meal

Food not Bombs offers a free community meal at Criterion House. Our food is vegan and gluten free.

Community Meal

The Kings Diner offers a free community meal.

Community Meals and Food Relief

We provide a free community meal every Tuesday night and also food relief for those in need.

Community Mediation

Community Mediation provides an opportunity for members of the community to participate in a forum which is designed to assist them in working through conflicts to reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

Community Respite Care

Some families are doing it tough, and just need a break. Respite care provides support and assistance to families who are experiencing difficulties.

Community Services Industry Noticeboard

Keep up to date with changes to service arrangements and closures due to the increasing precautions taken in response to COVID-19.

Community Shed

Based at the Flinders Island District High School, the Furneaux Islands Community Shed is inclusive of all residents of the Furneaux Group of islands, in the Bass Strait, over the age of 18.

Community Transport

Our service connects you to your community which can improve quality of life and wellbeing.

Community Transport

Community Transport Services Tasmania (CTST) provides affordable door-to-door community transport for the over 65s, and people with a disability across Tasmania. If you have a place to go or you would like to get people to your location, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Community Visitors Scheme

The Community Visitors Scheme aims to decrease social isolation in the community for older Tasmanians.

Community-Managed Online Access Centres

Access public computers, IT support and use our facilities.

Companionship and Social Support

Having good social connections is essential for all aspects of your health, especially as you age. We support you to improve your social connections and connect with your community for your wellbeing.

Complex and Individualised Support

Nexus are proud to provide support to people living with all kinds of disabilities. This includes people living with a type of disability, or multiple disabilities, that mean that their support needs are particularly complex or varied.

Connections (previously MyConnections+)

Connections supports adults with mental health issues who were accessing PHaMs, PIR and D2DL up until June 2019, who have applied for NDIS, and been found not to meet NDIS access criteria.

Continuity of Support

This program supports people living with a disability, who are over the age of 65 and ineligible for the NDIS, to maintain the same level of support, choice and control as the participants registered under NDIA.

Coronavirus – Financial services and support

If your finances have been impacted by COVID-19 and you are experiencing financial difficulty it is important to get help as early as possible.

Each person’s circumstances are different, and the choices you make today may have long-term implications for your financial future.

Coronavirus COVID-19 Website

A central Tasmanian Government website with a range of the latest information, advice and updates for Tasmanians.

Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service

How to seek support during this time - feeling worried or struggling to cope during the coronavirus pandemic? Beyondblue is here to help. Our trained counsellors are there to support you 24/7. Give them a call on 1800 512 348.

Coronavirus symptom checker and helpline

Answer questions about your symptoms to see if you need to seek medical help or get tested. This tool from healthdirect is available online at any time.

COTA Tasmania – Peak Body for Older Tasmanians

COTA Tasmania is the peak body for older Tasmanians. Our mission is to advance the rights, interests and futures of Australians as we age.

Counselling

We provide counselling, supervision and consultancy for individuals, couples and organisations.

Counselling

An initiative of the Door of Hope Christian Church, general counselling service.

Counselling

Helping individuals develop healthy emotional lives through support, guidance and education.

Counselling

A free and confidential personal and family counselling service for adults, children and families. This service operates five days a week.

Counselling

Holyoake Tasmania is a non-profit organisation, which offers a range of group or individual counselling programs for adults and children affected by their own or another person’s addictive behaviour or substance misuse.

Counselling

Dragonfly Counselling and Consulting is a private practice offering professional support to individuals or couples who are experiencing difficulties in their lives. Providing focused psychological strategies utilising evidence-based therapies, we will work with you to over come any obstacles.

Counselling

If you have dementia, or you’re caring for someone living with dementia, it’s normal to experience a range of good and bad feelings. You’re not alone. Dementia Australia offers free, confidential, professional counselling for individuals, families, couples and professional carers at all stages of a dementia journey.

Counselling & Psychological Services

Positive Solutions provides ongoing personal and family counselling for children, adults, families, couples and separating families.

Counselling After Separation

For people who have separated or are in the process of separating from a partner.

Counselling and Support

We offer trauma-informed counselling and support services to anyone affected by sexual violence.

Counselling and Support for People Affected by the Disability Royal Commission

Counselling and support for people engaging with, or affected by, the Disability Royal Commission.

Counselling Service

A free, not-for-profit counselling service for people in Northern Tasmania who have experienced complex early childhood trauma and sexual assault, as well as those people who care for and support them.

Country Women’s Association (CWA)

The CWA in Australia advances the rights and equity of women, families and communities in Australia.

Court Services

The Family Law Registry staff provide information about available services within both the Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court.

Court Support

Attending court can be daunting and stressful. Our staff can provide a range of support services.

Court Support and Liaison Service

The Court Support and Liaison Service provides support to adult and child victims of family violence. We also provide a dedicated Aboriginal Court Support officer.

COVID-19 Centrelink Self-Help Resources

Economic Justice Australia have a series of online self-help resources to assist you deal with Centrelink during COVID-19

COVID-19 Easy English Resources

A series of COVID-19 resources written in Easy English for people who have limited literacy.

COVID-19 making financial decisions

During challenging times, making financial decisions can feel overwhelming. There's support and services available to help you.

COVID-19 Vaccination

The Tasmanian and the Australian Governments are working together to give safe COVID-19 vaccinations to the community.

COVID-19 Vaccinations

Tasmanians are encouraged to get vaccinated against COVID-19 this year to protect themselves, their family and their community.

Cracks in the Ice

Cracks in the Ice is an online toolkit providing trusted, evidence-based information and resources about crystal methamphetamine ('ice') for the Australian community. Visit the toolkit today at www.cracksintheice.org.au

Creative Activities

Come and join us - we hold a range of regular creative activities.

Creative Exchange

The Kickstart Arts’ Creative Exchange is our flagship workshop program available for all members of the community to access, including one-off workshops, short courses and ongoing classes such as yoga.

Creativity and Wellbeing Programs

These programs give clients an opportunity to come together to create artwork, go on outings, make friends and learn new skills.

Crisis Accommodation

Magnolia Place LWS provides short term accommodation in a high security setting for women and their children who are experiencing homelessness.

Crisis Accommodation

Hobart Women's Shelter provides safe, emergency accommodation and support to women and children who are affected by family violence and those who are homeless.

Crisis Accommodation

We provide emergency accommodation for young men between the ages of 13-20 years.

Crisis Accommodation

A Safe Place. Jireh House is a welcoming, supportive 24 hour crisis accommodation and support service for women and children who have become homeless due to domestic violence and other life crises.

Crisis Accommodation Support

We provide emergency crisis accommodation to young people aged 13-20 who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

Crisis Care and Family Support

At Abundant Life Church we bring help for today and hope for tomorrow through faith based practical crisis care and family support.

Criterion House

The City of Hobart provides Criterion House as a place for activities and programs for a range of people, with a focus on older members of the community.

CU @ Home

C U @ Home is a program offered by the Child Health and Parenting Service for young first-time parents 15-19 years of age.

Cultural Burning Program

The South East Tasmania Aboriginal Corporation (SETAC) provides workshops demonstrating Aboriginal Fire and Land Management.

Curraghmore Residential and Recovery Support

Curraghmore has residential support for people living with mental illness.

Current COVID-19 Restrictions

See our website for the latest information on current COVID-19 restrictions.

Cygnet Community Health Centre

The Cygnet Community Health Centre provides a broad range of community and rural health services within Huon Valley, Channel and Lower Channel areas.

Cygnet Community Hub

Cygnet Community hub connects people to services and opportunities. Our aim is to help build community capacity.

Cystic Fibrosis Support

Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania (CFT) supports over 100 families affected by Cystic Fibrosis living in Tasmania.

Dads in Distress

'Dads in Distress' is a national support group for dads experiencing separation. Support is available by phone, LiveChat, email, and through our online forum.

Daily living, and social and community participation

We can support you to keep doing the things you love doing, while maintaining your independence. We can even help you try new things.

David Hunnerup Counselling

** COVID-19 Update - All remains the same **

Relationship Counselling, family therapy, mental health counselling (rebates apply)

Deaf Children Australia

Deaf Children Australia supports deaf and hard of hearing children, youth and their families from point of diagnosis, to primary school, high school, further education and training, right through to employment.

Deafness and Auslan Support

Expression Australia provides services for both the deaf and those hard of hearing. We provide Auslan classes as well as support and services for NDIS clients.

Death Literacy Index and Survey – for North West residents

Cradle Coast Region (64’ phone region) including West Coast and King Island - we need your feedback on how we are caring for people at end of life, and show us ways in which to move forward. It should take no more than 15 minutes to complete online.

Deloraine Day Centre

Deloraine Day Centre provides respite day services to the Deloraine community.

Deloraine House

At Deloraine House you can access a range of low cost activities and programs and get referrals to other services.

Dementia and Memory Community Centre

The Dementia and Memory Community Centres offer a range of services to the general public, including those with memory loss, their carers, family and friends.

Dementia support for family and carers

While caring for your loved one can be rewarding, it can also have its tougher days. Dementia Australia offers support for families and carers so you don’t feel alone.

Derwent Valley PCYC

We provide a safe environment for youth and the community to participate in a range of social and recreational activities at affordable prices.

Derwent Valley Youth Future Action Team (D’FAT)

Derwent Valley Youth Future Action Team (D’FAT) is a youth led not-for-profit organisation in the Derwent Valley Local Government Area that exists to empower young people to become respected and engaged members of the Derwent Valley community.

Deviot Community Association

Our purpose is to develop a vibrant community in the Deviot area and to maintain and improve the Deviot Hall and Tennis Court.

Devonport Community Health Centre

The Centre provides the Devonport Community with access to quality and confidential services.

Devonport Community House

We provide a range of educational and social activities aimed at enhancing knowledge, early learning, social inclusion and friendship, and health and wellbeing. We have a cafe and FoodShed and Community Garden supporting locals with fresh produce and free bread.

Diabetes Support

Diabetes Tasmania is here for you now and into the future. We work with our community to prevent and reduce the impact of diabetes.

Dial an Angel

Community Care TASMANIA's Dial an Angel is a statewide self-funded home care service available to everybody irrespective of circumstances.

Digital Ready for Daily Life

Helping Tasmanians get online - we have a range of digital tools to help you and your family including how to use the Check In Tas App, ABC iView, FaceTime, Zoom, and telehealth.

Dining with Friends Program

Dining with Friends is a free community meal held in Hobart, Bridgewater and Launceston.

Disability Advocacy

Speak Out Advocacy is a state-wide, independent, non-government organisation that aims to develop a respectful and inclusive community by promoting and defending the rights of people with disability.

Disability Advocacy

​​Citizen Advocacy Launceston focuses on people with intellectual disabilities who may be neglected, vulnerable, lonely and in need of someone to speak up and represent their interests.

Disability Employment Service

This service helps people with disability, injury or a health condition to find a job, and then we continue this support while they transition to ongoing employment.

Disability Employment Service

Atwork Australia are your Job Coach, your advocate and your partner as you find the right job for you.

Disability Employment Service

My Pathway provides support to people with differing abilities, injury or a health condition as a registered Disability Employment Services (DES) provider.

Disability Employment Service

We are excited to be offering disability employment services in the Devonport, Launceston and Hobart areas, where we have committed local people who are dedicated to the community.

Disability Employment Services

We are one of Australia’s largest disability employment service providers and a registered training organisation. We help you find and keep meaningful work.

Disability Employment Support

EPIC Assist helps people with disability to prepare for, find and maintain meaningful employment.

Disability Employment Support

Self Help Workplace provides real employment for people with a disability.

Disability Employment Support

This is a free service for job seekers with disability, injury or health condition who require supportive and personalised assistance to get in to work.

Disability Employment Support

Joblife Employment provides highly-personalised support for people with a disability, or people with an injury, looking for work or returning to work. Our specially trained employment consultants are skilled in helping job seekers find enjoyable, sustainable work and finding employers great candidates.

Disability Royal Commission Support

There is counselling and advocacy support available for people who have experienced or been affected by violence, neglect, abuse or exploitation, or who are thinking of taking part in the Disability Royal Commission.

Disability Services

Aurora Disability provides vocational training, basic education, learning and life skills for people with disabilities. We also provide respite for families and carers.

Disability Shared and Supported Living

Find a place to live, and live the life you want. We partner with you to ensure you live as independently and as well as you can.

Disability Sport and Recreation

We provide people with physical disability the opportunity to participate in sport and recreation at a social, national or international level.

Disability Support

If you're living with disability, we can support you to live your best possible life.

Disability Support

St Giles is a dynamic, multi-faceted organisation that supports Tasmanians living with disability.

Disability Support

We provide care support services and accommodation to Tasmanian people living with intellectual and physical disabilities.

Disability Support

Montagu Community Living provides a range of services for people with disability.

Disability Support

We support people to develop independence and confidence; to live the life they choose and achieve their goals. We are committed to enriching people’s quality of life and supporting skill development. We provide flexible, consistent and reliable support services that are responsive to the individual’s needs and express wishes.

Disability Support and Accommodation

Eskleigh Home and the Group Homes provide support and accommodation for clients with a disability caused by a brain injury.

Disability Support Services

We support people with a disability to enrich their lives.

Disability Support Services

At Mosaic Support Services we live our Mission of enriching and improving the lives of people with disabilities and their families by providing a suite of quality tailored programs. These programs include Supported Independent Living, planned and emergency Respite Options, and a myriad of Community Access, life skills and training programs.

Disability Support Services

At Total Support Services, we deliver personalised support services for over 700 people with disability nationwide. We recognise that everyone is unique, so your support should be too. We offer SUPPORT COORDINATION, IN-HOME SUPPORT, PLAN MANAGEMENT, RESPITE + MORE! Everything tailored to your wants and needs, with 24-hour response available to all clients, so you can always count on us.

Domestic Assistance

We can help with house cleaning, vacuuming, bathrooms, washing and ironing. We can also shop for food, prepare appetizing and nutritious meals.

Doorways Centres

Doorways provides emergency relief and holistic case management with referral to internal and external support services.

Doorways to Parenting

Doorways to Parenting provides early intervention support for parents involved with Child Safety Services as well as a Family Reunification program for parents of children in Out of Home Care.

Dorset Community House

Dorset Community House offers activities, event and programmes plus assistance for everyone in the Dorset Community.

Down Syndrome Support

We support people with Down syndrome to achieve their goals. We encourage the community to support and include people with Down syndrome and their families.

Driver Time Program L’s to P’s

We help people of all ages to get their L and P Plates.

Drug and Alcohol Educator

The Drug and Alcohol Educator is free and available to anyone. Our aim is to provide, education resources, group work and art therapy workshops, to increase awareness of the impacts of drugs and alcohol within the Circular Head Aboriginal Community.

Drug and Alcohol Information

Positive Choices is an online portal to help parents and school communities access accurate, up-to-date drug education resources and prevention programs.

Drug Education and Training

The Drug Education Network (DEN) provides training and other education for all age groups on current issues and trends in relation to Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs.

DrugInfo

DrugInfo is a confidential, non-judgemental telephone and email information and referral service for anyone seeking help for their own or another person’s alcohol or drug use.

Drum Circle

Free community drum circle - fun, friendship, therapeutic drumming.

Drumbeat

Drumbeat can be helpful when people are lacking in confidence, have trouble socialising, or find difficulty in keeping their strong emotions in check.

Dunalley Diners

Come along each month and enjoy a delicious meal together, freshly cooked by members of the community.

Dunalley Tasman Neighbourhood House

The Dunalley Tasman Neighbourhood House operates from two locations, Dunalley and Nubeena.

Dyslexia Support and Advocacy

Square Pegs aims to improve recognition, understanding and action for children with dyslexia, so that all children can enjoy learning and reach their potential.

Early Access to Defibrillation Program

You cannot do any harm to a person by applying an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED). You just have to turn it on and the machine will talk you through everything you need to do in simple steps – so have a go, you may just save a life.

Early Childhood Development Program (ECDP)

The Early Childhood Development Program supports vulnerable preschool-aged children to make a successful transition to school and get a great start in life.

Early Childhood Intervention Service

We support children with a disability or developmental delay from birth to school entry, and their families.

Early Support for Parents

Early Support for Parents (ESP) offers an outreach visiting service to your home or within the community. Supporting families throughout Southern Tasmania to identify and develop strengths within the family.

East coast emergency relief

If you are living on the East Coast and experiencing an immediate crisis, the East Coast Emergency Relief program can help.

East Devonport Neighbourhood House

East Devonport Neighbourhood House is a warm and friendly place where you can come for a variety of reasons.

Easy Ps Driver Mentoring

Easy Ps Driver mentors develop a caring and supportive relationship with learner drivers who cannot afford lessons or don’t have access to a vehicle in which to practice.

Eat Well Tasmania

Eat Well Tasmania champions and promotes the eating of seasonal Tasmanian food. Working closely with industry and government, our goal is to bring more delicious seasonal Tasmanian food to Tasmanians.

At Eat Well Tasmania we engage positively with food, agriculture and aligned industries. This is good for consumers and supports local jobs and livelihoods. We believe that eating seasonally in Tasmania is easy and affordable as well as delicious and nutritious.

We create shareable tools for everyone working with schools, community organisations and events around Tasmanian seasonal food. Eat Well Tasmania also supports applied research, influences policy and engages in advocacy. We use the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating as our guiding nutrition framework.

Our website houses a great and diverse range of resources that help Tasmanians to Eat Well -- recipes, Tasmanianp profiles, videos and booklets, interactive cooking tutorials and details on our current project works.

Follow @EatWellTasmania on social media for recipe inspiration, tips & tricks using Tasmanian produce.

Eating Disorder Carer Support Group

The Butterfly Foundation offers help with self-care while caring for someone with an eating disorder or body image issue.

Eating Disorder Helpline

The Butterfly Foundation represents all people affected by eating disorders and negative body image including those experiencing the illness, their family and their friends. Our specialist counsellors offer free information, screened referrals and brief counselling.

The Butterfly National Helpline ED HOPE is Australia’s national support service for eating disorders and body image issues.

Eating Disorder Recovery Support Group

Get recovery support in a safe space. For anyone living with an eating disorder or body image issue.

Eating with Friends

Eating with Friends, is a monthly event which is always a lot of fun.

Eating with Friends

Eating With Friends is a Tasmania wide social eating program. It is about bringing older people together for a nutritious meal and making new friends.

Eating with Friends

The Midway Point Neighbourhood House run Eating with Friends - 2nd & 4th Friday of every month

Eating With Friends

A friendly group of community members meet monthly for a meal in various locations around Dorset. Ring the House to find out the next location and to book your place. Transport can be arranged.

Eating with Friends Community Lunch

On the first Friday of the month please come and join us for a beautiful home cooked meal prepared with love and care. Meet people in your community and learn more about the activities and programs we have at Kingston Neighbourhood House.

Education and Training

Engender Equality recognises that family violence is a whole-of-community issue. We draw on our 30 years of experience in delivering specialised education and training.

Education Program

The South East Tasmanian Aboriginal Corporation (SETAC) provides tutoring, cultural activities and education, some family support and case conferencing.

Elder Abuse Helpline

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, the Helpline can provide you with information and support on actions you can take to prevent and respond to the abuse.

Elder Abuse Tasmania

Older Tasmanians have the right to dignity and respect and to be able to make their own decisions. They also have the right to live in a safe environment, including aged care facilities, free from abuse.

Elder Mediation

Elder Mediation provides an opportunity for elder citizens, their families and significant people in their lives to participate in an independent forum for managing disputes.

Elder Relationship Service

Mediation and counselling services for families who need help with issues related to ageing.

Elders Council of Tasmania Aboriginal Corporation

We support the needs of Aboriginal Elders in relation to health and living standards. We assist to maintain unity in cultural links.

Electricity Discounts and Concessions

The electricity concession is available to eligible Tasmanian concession holders who apply

Emergencies Ministry

Providing Psychological First Aid and Emotional Spiritual Care in times of emergency and disaster in Tasmania.

Emergency Accommodation

We provide emergency accommodation and deliver services focused on pathways out of homelessness and the safety and well-being of people experiencing family violence.

Emergency Assistance

** COVID-19 Update - Some areas provide phone interviews only, with food drop off at your door** We offer emergency assistance through food parcels, heating, clothing, furniture, hydro and phone assistance. We can assist with utilities bills and provide rent assistance support as required.

Emergency Assistance

We provide emergency support and assistance for people in need in the form of food vouchers, food hampers, clothing, blankets, baby nappies, budget and financial advice.

Emergency Food Assistance

We run an emergency food assistance program at Door of Hope.

Emergency Food Relief

Okines Community House provides food assistance for anyone in need.

Emergency Food Relief

We provide food parcels from Loaves & Fishes.

Emergency Food Relief

We have emergency food relief available, Non-perishable foods available for people in times of need.

Emergency Food Relief

Our relief hub operates out of The Farm at Burnie High School.