Ballarat Family Relationship Centre (FRC)

Advocating and providing support for people who are unable to access services to maintain independent living.

Supporting people to access aged care services or other supports in their local community.

Advocacy support and referrals to essential health and social services for people at risk of homelessness.

Confidential counselling services for people of all ages, backgrounds, genders and religious beliefs.

Mediation for separated or separating parents to reach agreement on parenting plans.

Keeping children safe at home, preventing their entry into out-of-home care, and safely reunifying children with their family.

In-home support and parenting skill development, to improve the wellbeing of families experiencing challenges.

One-on-one support, information sessions, workshops and referrals to other health and wellbeing services.

Accommodation and support for people exiting Ballarat Health Services’ Adult Acute mental health inpatient service.

If you are aged 50 or over, are at risk of losing your Public Housing, or are on the Public Housing waiting list, this program can help you.

If you are living with mental illness, and are receiving support from a carer who may benefit from time away from their caring role, planned respite can help.

Short-term crisis accommodation for single men aged 18 years and over who are experiencing homelessness.

Mediation for separated couples and families to negotiate the division of property and finances.

Workshops for couples to reflect on their relationship, explore strengths and gain practical strategies for their life together.

Group sessions and one-on-one consultations, helping parents and carers across Victoria develop strong parenting skills and strategies.

Counselling and wellbeing to support the mental health of students and families.

Improving residents’ access to local health and social services, and build the capacity of SRS proprietors and staff in addressing resident needs.

Providing information, practical support and referrals for victims of crime or anyone affected by a violent crime.

Workshops, short programs and courses for families, couples and young people.

Helping young people turn their life around and minimise their progression into the adult criminal justice system.