National Community Services Guide for Apprentices
Free and confidential services for apprentices and trainees across Australia. Filter by state or search by topic.
All Australian residents
Mental health support, resources and counselling for all Australians.
All Australian residents
24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services for all Australians.
Connects you with a range of mental health professionals for support, whatever your situation.
All Australian residents
Free and confidential national telephone counselling for people experiencing loss and grief.
All Australian residents
Connects people with housing, food, money, general living and support services.
All Australian residents
Resources and advocacy for the homelessness sector.
All Australian residents
Housing, community and opportunities nationwide.
All Australian residents
Free financial counselling and debt advice.
Eligible Australian residents
Financial assistance for eligible Australians.
All Australian residents
Government site with free financial guidance, tools and calculators to help you make confident money decisions.
All Australian residents
Financial counselling and programs to help people develop a healthy relationship with money and become financially secure.
All Australian residents
Supports financial counsellors, advocates for a fair marketplace, and strives to enhance financial counselling accessibility.
All Australian residents
Support, counselling and information for individuals and families experiencing domestic and family violence or sexual assault.
All Australian residents
Free, 24/7 confidential trauma specialist counselling for people of all genders affected by sexual, domestic and family violence.
All Australian residents
Relationship support services for individuals, families and communities.
24/7 phone and specialist support services for women and children experiencing family violence.
All Australian residents
A one-off payment if you’ve experienced extreme family violence and are in financial hardship.
Eligible Australians with disability
Information and connections to community services, plus state and territory government support information.
All Australian residents
Information and services for people with disability.
Young people with disability
Supported living, therapy and employment services for young people with disability.
All Australian residents
Support for carers of people with disability.
Allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing and/or have a speech impairment to make and receive phone calls.
All Australian residents
Represents Australians from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, advocating to government and community.
All Australian residents
Settlement and employment services for migrants.
All Australian residents
Settlement support for newcomers and refugees, plus programs in employment, education, health, wellbeing and social support.
All Australian residents
Services, programs and responses to family violence in migrant and refugee communities.
All Australian LGBTQIA+ residents
National peer support and referral service for LGBTQIA+ people.
All Australian residents
Support services for LGBTQIA+ people and families.
All Australian residents
Support groups for people recovering from alcoholism.
All Australian residents
Support for families affected by drug and alcohol use. National 24/7 telephone support service.
Counselling, information and support for anyone affected by gambling.
Australian Men
24/7 telephone and online counselling service for men.
All Australian residents
A safe and busy environment for men to learn new skills, find friendship, loyalty and camaraderie.
NSW Health’s 24/7 statewide phone service staffed by trained mental health professionals offering advice, referral and care recommendations.
Speaks with and for people with lived experience of mental health issues and emotional distress, influencing systemic change in services.
Children & adolescents
Community and hospital-based mental health support for children and adolescents with serious emotional and psychological issues.
NSW residents
24/7 telephone referral service for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Ages 12–24, Southern NSW
Emergency housing and wraparound support for vulnerable youth and families in Southern NSW.
Ages 16–25
Support and accommodation for young people 16–25 who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
NSW apprentices & trainees
Includes fee-free apprenticeships, travel rebates, and relocation support.
Supports NSW households having trouble paying electricity or gas bills due to emergencies or short-term financial hardship.
Murray, Riverina, Snowy Valleys & Goulburn
Practical support for people experiencing financial stress.
Women & young people in NSW
Free counselling, safety planning, and referrals for women experiencing domestic violence.
NSW residents
Specialist domestic and family violence services in New South Wales.
NSW residents in financial hardship
Free legal advice and representation for disadvantaged people across criminal, family, and civil law.
Application-based program where eligible applicants are referred to volunteer solicitors for free or substantially reduced-fee legal assistance.
NSW residents with a disability
Support across education, employment, transport, housing and recreation for people with disabilities.
High quality disability support services, tailored to individual needs.
NSW multicultural residents
Supports culturally and linguistically diverse communities through interpreting services and community engagement.
Multicultural youth in NSW
Multicultural youth specialist service supporting young people to build skills and networks.
LGBTIQA+ people in NSW
Specialised housing, counselling, care coordination, and social support for LGBTIQA+ people across Sydney and New South Wales.
Ages 18+
Low-cost confidential short-term counselling (up to 12 sessions) for sexuality and gender diverse people via telehealth or in-person in Surry Hills.
NSW residents
Support for alcohol, drug, smoking, and gambling addiction including counselling and harm minimisation.
Teenagers & young adults, Central Coast
Early intervention and holistic care for young adults at risk of alcohol and drug misuse.
Ages 12–25, VIC
Youth-focused mental health services including early intervention and clinical care in Melbourne’s west.
Victorian apprentices & trainees
Free, confidential short-term counselling and coaching for health and wellbeing matters. No doctor’s referral needed.
People in Victoria
Support and counselling services around suicide prevention.
Support, information and resources for people with anxiety and depression.
Ages 18–22, VIC
Social housing for low-income young people experiencing homelessness, with integrated tenancy management and coordinated support.
Advocacy for renters’ rights and support for financial hardship, discrimination, and housing issues.
Shelter, support and resources for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Victorian apprentices
Free, confidential support and advice for apprentices facing financial, workplace, or training challenges.
Victorians
24/7 immediate support for anyone experiencing family and domestic violence.
Victorians 16+
Counselling and support groups for people affected by family violence.
Victorians under 25
Free legal assistance, including workplace and tenancy issues.
Victorians in financial hardship
Free legal help, protecting the rights of Victorians and representing those who need it most.
Ages 12–25 with disability, VIC
Advocates for disabled young people to achieve their rights and access services.
Multicultural youth in VIC
Supports young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds through programs and advocacy.
LGBTQIA+ individuals in VIC
Peer-driven support services including mental health and family violence support.
North-west metro VIC
LGBTQIA+ health and wellbeing support including counselling and peer support, with a focus on relationships, families and young people.
Ages 12–25, VIC
Advice, support and information for young people with substance use issues.
24-hour telephone counselling, information and referral for anyone in Victoria wishing to discuss an alcohol or drug-related issue.
Resources and support for Victorians impacted by eating disorders and body image issues. Counselling, peer mentoring and community groups.
Free information and support for people affected by crime, guiding them through legal processes.
Victorian apprentices
Free and confidential support and advice to help apprentices get the most out of their apprenticeship.
Find community mental health and wellbeing services for people with experiences of psychosocial disability in Queensland.
Ages 16–21, SE QLD
Long-term residential mental health care providing psychosocial support, resilience building and life skills in a home-like community setting.
Ages 12–25, Brisbane
Access services via five headspace centres in Caboolture, Nundah, Redcliffe, Strathpine and Indooroopilly for mild to moderate mental illness.
Under 21, QLD
Supports young people under 21 transitioning from care or detention, or experiencing homelessness.
Ages 16–25, Brisbane
Housing and tenancy support including crisis and transitional accommodation, plus support for long-term independence.
QLD apprentices & trainees
Travel allowances, course fee subsidies, and cost-of-living support for apprentices.
Non-judgemental support to assist people navigate and relieve their financial difficulties.
Women & children in QLD
24/7 crisis support, safety planning, and emergency accommodation for women and children experiencing domestic violence.
Families & individuals, QLD
Counselling, crisis accommodation, and support for families affected by domestic violence.
QLD residents
Investigates complaints of discrimination and harassment in workplaces and training.
QLD apprentices & trainees
Supports apprentices and trainees with complaints and issues in vocational education.
Under 18 with disability, QLD
Advocacy for children and young people with disability to uphold their rights and access services.
Supported living, life skills development and community participation for people in the disability sector.
Multicultural youth in QLD
Empowers culturally diverse youth through advocacy, leadership, and policy influence.
Young migrants & refugees in QLD
Supports young migrants and refugees with education, employment, and leadership programs.
Ages 12–24, SE QLD
Support, counselling, and safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ youth and families. Builds resilience, strengthens identity and provides community.
LGBTQIA+ individuals & families, QLD
Health, wellbeing, and training services for LGBTQIA+ communities across QLD.
Ages 8–21, QLD
Case management and holistic support for vulnerable young people experiencing disadvantage or disconnection.
Ages 16–25, QLD
Residential rehabilitation and emergency accommodation, addressing addiction as well as self-image, work ethic and relationships.
Up to 25, North QLD
Counselling, case management and harm reduction for young people with substance use issues using a strengths-based model of care.
All SA residents
Main point of access for mental health services in SA, staffed by clinicians for assessment and referrals.
A welcoming place for people experiencing a mental health crisis, located at 215 Grenfell St, Adelaide.
South Australians needing housing
Affordable rental options and support services to help people participate and flourish.
Ages 16–21, SA
Crisis accommodation in 30 modern self-contained apartments with 24-hour support for young people who are homeless or at risk.
Free, independent and confidential service. Can talk to creditors on your behalf and help negotiate affordable payment plans.
SA apprentices travelling 150+ km
Supports apprentices who travel over 150 km to attend training.
Support for women and their children experiencing domestic and family violence.
Yorke & Mid North and Far North SA
Domestic and Aboriginal family violence support services in regional SA.
South Australians
Free legal advice and referrals across metropolitan and rural South Australia.
Eligible SA residents
Free legal information, advice and representation for those most in need.
Ages 16–35 with disability, SA
Youth-led advocacy, peer support, and learning opportunities for young people with disability.
South Australians with disability
Accommodation, respite, employment services and advocacy from a dedicated team including Occupational Therapists and Developmental Educators.
Multicultural youth in SA
Services and programs for young people and families from CALD backgrounds, plus advice and training for organisations supporting them.
Multicultural residents of SA
Support, advocacy and programs for culturally diverse communities.
LGBTQIA+ individuals & allies in SA
Peer support, community connections and workplace training for LGBTQIA+ people.
LGBTQIA+ residents of SA
Sexual health events, education, peer support and HIV services for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Parents & carers in SA
SA Government program providing advice on child health and parenting, plus free seminars.
Ages 10–25 in SA
Supports young people with education, training, housing and family reconnection.
South Australians
Treatment and support for alcohol, tobacco and other drug issues.
LGBTQIA+ individuals in Adelaide
Free drug and alcohol counselling for LGBTQIA+ community members.
Ages 7–25 in WA
Free mental health education, services and carer support across Western Australia.
Ages 12–25 in WA
Free, professional mental health services for young people aged 12–25 across WA.
Ages 16–65 in WA
Support for those seeking safe accommodation options.
Ages 15–25 in WA
Crisis and transitional accommodation and support for young people aged 15–25.
Long-term, practical support to help build financial resilience so you can face life’s challenges with confidence.
Magistrates Courts WA
Helps with accessing counselling, police, legal, medical and other relevant services at Armadale, Fremantle, Joondalup, Midland, Perth and Rockingham courts.
Children & young people in WA
Free counselling for children and young people impacted by family and domestic violence.
Women & children in WA
Crisis accommodation and support for women and children experiencing family violence.
Apprentices & young workers in WA
Legal advice and resources for apprentices and young workers in WA.
Ages 12–25 with disabilities in WA
Run by young people for young people with disabilities, offering advocacy and workshops to strengthen rights and promote full inclusion.
People with disabilities in WA
Advocacy and support for individuals with disabilities across WA.
CaLD communities in WA
Helps people from CaLD communities navigate complex systems, obtain the right advice and services, and connect socially.
New migrants & refugees in WA
Settlement and family support services for asylum seekers and refugees.
LGBTQIA+ individuals in WA
Peer support, information, resources, and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ individuals in WA.
Ages 12–25 in WA
Drop-in sessions, counselling, and support for LGBTQIA+ youth.
Ages 12–21 in WA
Free, confidential alcohol and drug services for young people.
Counselling over the phone or live chat for anyone concerned about their own or another person’s alcohol or drug use.
Apprentices & families in WA
Mentoring and personal support services for apprentices and their families.
Families & youth aged 10–25 in WA
Youth development and engagement programs for families and young people.