Connecting with Youth ConneXions

Youth Workers are available to provide support to young people, parents and carers, bookings can be made Monday to Friday by: 

Phone: 9898 9340
Email: youth.worker@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Facebook: facebook.com/YouthConneXions

Further Resources and Support

Butterfly Foundation
Butterfly Foundation provides support for eating disorders and body image issues. National Helpline 1800 33 4673. Visit website for online chat and resources.

Headspace
Headspace have great resources relating to general mental health, physical health, work & study and alcohol and other drugs.

eHeadspace 
eHeadspace - if you prefer to talk to someone online, then eHeadspace is a great option for this. 

Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue have a range of resources and support options for young people and the community during this time. They also have free online chat, email and support line (1300 22 4636) 

Kids HelpLine 
Kids HelpLine are available for people of all ages to call and get support (not just for kids).  Find out more about them on their website or give them a call for free on 1800 55 1800 anytime 24/7.

ReachOut Australia
ReachOut Australia have great resources for young people. They have heaps of awesome tips for managing change, coping with stress, ways to manage your wellbeing plus more.

Smiling Mind 
Smiling Mind have some awesome resources specifically for helping to cope during uncertain time. Check out their free resources, app and tips for managing emotions and regularly checking in on your wellbeing.

Head to Health
Head to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental health organisations. 
 
Centre for Multicultural Youth
Centre for Multicultural Youth’s resources designed to support young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds.

Virtual Y! 
Virtual Y is an awesome new online platform brought to you by the Y.

On Virtual Y, you'll be able to access exclusive fitness, nutrition, wellbeing, family and youth content. From keeping fit through workouts and training at home; learning all about nutrition with our delicious recipes and Healthy Living Magazine; looking after your wellbeing with mindfulness practices; learning with your family with home activities; to engaging with the youth community through our Youth Hub.

To register, visit Virtual Y

Find out more information about Virtual Y.

Call to Mind 
Call to Mind is a tele psychiatry service that allows people across Australia to access quality mental health care. We have a team of psychiatrists ranging in availability and speciality to best meet your needs. Consults are held on a video-conferencing platform so you can attend your appointment from anywhere.
You will need a referral from your GP to qualify for Medicare support. For the appointment, you will need access to.

Youth Affairs Councils Victoria
Youth Affairs Councils Victoria advocate for young people and represent the youth sector to uphold the rights of all young Victorians

Youth Disability Advocacy Service
Youth Disability Advocacy Service is tan advocacy organisation in Victoria dedicated to supporting disabled young people to achieve their human rights.

VACCA Youth Services
VACCA Youth Services is a state-wide Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation servicing children, young people, families and community members.