Find local crisis support services

There are a range of health and support services, programs and resources to support our community.

Mental Health Support Services

Mental health is a state of emotional, social, and psychological wellbeing. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also impacts how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.

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Multilingual and multicultural support services

Our community is diverse with residents from more than 140 countries.

Migrant Information Centre (Eastern Melbourne)

9285 4888

A range of free services and can provide help on issues related to aged care, disability, employment, housing, English classes and more

Migrant Information Centre (Eastern Melbourne)

9285 4888

A range of free services and can provide help on issues related to aged care, disability, employment, housing, English classes and more

Victorian Multicultural Commission

9651 5901

The voice between our culturally and linguistically diverse communities and the Victorian Government

Chinese Community Social Services Centre

9898 1965

Providing support services to our Chinese community. Services include but are not limited to: settling into Australia, carer support services, home and community care, senior activities.

Chinese Peer Connection Program

1300 755 878

A confidential telephone peer-supported program for the Chinese speaking community who are experiencing problems with gambling.

The Communities Council on Ethnic Issues

0466 157 906

A not-for-profit, non-political and non-religious organisation who works with government and non-government organisations, advocating on public policies and more.

Manningham Access and Equity Advisory Committee

9840 9333

A bi-monthly meeting to advise Council on a range of community and social issues that improves access, equity and inclusion within the community facilitated by Manningham Council.

English Language Classes

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Emergency food relief

These community-based agencies and organisations provide emergency relief and material aid such as food hampers, vouchers and pantries to people in financial crisis living in Manningham as part of the Food Relief Network.

Doncare

Suite 4, Level 1, Manningham City Square, 687 Doncaster Road, Doncaster VIC 3108
9856 1500

Provision of financial assistance through food vouchers and non-perishable food items, utility bill support, school cost as well as vet fees for the four-legged members of Manningham. Please call to organise an appointment prior to arrival.

Carenet MCC

143-145 Parker Street, Templestowe
9846 7244
CareNet@manninghamcc.org

Food Hampers can be arranged by referral and collected on Tuesday by appointment between 10.00am to 2.00pm. For help outside these hours please call or email.

Vantage Point Community

320 Reynolds Road, Donvale, 3111
9844 4465
care@vantagepoint.church

Foodbank operates on Tuesday fortnightly. Meet for coffee and refreshments 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm followed by drive thru foodbank 6:30 pm to 7.00 pm. A pre-packed grocery box is provided together with fresh food and frozen meals. Call their office or complete the online form to register.

Linc Manningham

0423 334 383
lincmanningham@gmail.com

Food parcels, food vouchers, other assistance when available. Office hours are Monday and Thursday 9.00 am to 12 noon. You will be assessed over the phone and food/vouchers are distributed contactless to your home.

Living and Learning @ Ajani

Ted Ajani Reserve, 2/284 Thompsons Rd, Lower Templestowe VIC 3107
9850 3687
office@livelearnajani.org.au

Food Pantry available by appointment

St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria

1800 305 330

Food parcels, food vouchers, other assistance as required/available. Phone between 10.00am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday.

Salvation Army

325 Mitcham Road, Mitcham 3132
9873 4822

Food parcels and food vouchers available. Call anytime and leave a message to schedule an appointment.

Melbourne Project 614

69 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
9653 3299

Referral services (ring for an appointment) for food parcels and vouchers. Drop-in lounge open 10.00 am to 4.00 pm with tea, coffee and light snacks. Soup and bread serviced at 12.00 noon.

Sacred Heart Mission

87 Grey Street, St Kilda VIC
9537 1166
info@sacredheartmission.org

Free midday meal every day including Christmas Day from 12 noon to 1.30 pm. Also serves free breakfast 7 days a week from 9.00 am, except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.