headspace
headspace Warrnambool, Portland and Hamilton is a free service for those aged 12-25 years. headspace supports young people with their:
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Sexual health
- Alcohol and other drugs support
- Work, school and study
Family violence support service
The Orange Door provides help for people experiencing family violence, or who need assistance with the care and wellbeing of children and young people.
If you’re experiencing family violence or need child wellbeing support, call 1800 271 180, email southwest@orangedoor.vic.gov.au or visit the Orange Door at 571-575 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool.
You can also call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). Call 000 if you’re in immediate danger.
Brophy to launch Resilient Families Project in 2026
Families in the Portland district will soon have greater access to group programs aimed at building resilience, confidence and wellbeing, thanks to a new partnership between Brophy and Alcoa Australia. The $130,000 commitment by Alcoa and Portland Aluminium will...
Students step up to support Brophy programs
We recently received a huge donation of toiletry packs from the SW TAFE Year 11 class. After hearing a presentation from Lily Bourke and Steph Laing during their time in the Youth Support Team, the students were inspired to take action and support young people across...
Brophy appoints new CEO
Brophy Family and Youth Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Josh Hill as its new Chief Executive Officer following an extensive national recruitment process. The role attracted more than 60 applications from across the country. After a rigorous search...
How Brophy can support Kinship Carers
Sometimes children and young people can’t live with their biological parents. When that happens, someone they already know and trust — like a grandparent, aunt, uncle, older sibling, family friend, or other close connection — may step in to care for them. These people...