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Youth outreach recovery support - YORS
Mental health and wellbeing support that comes to you, at home or in your community.
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How we help
Our Youth Outreach Recovery Support (YORS) program supports young people living with complex mental health challenges — especially when everyday demands like caring for yourself, staying connected with friends, or keeping up with work or study feel overwhelming. We’re here to help you build confidence and resilience so you can navigate life with greater ease.
What We Offer
Practical mental health and wellbeing support
Who is it for?
For young people in specific locations in VIC
This service is for:
- Young people, aged 16-25
- People in Knox, Maroondah, Yarra Ranges, Manningham, Whitehorse and Monash, VIC
How it works
We wrap around you
We shape our support around what matters to you and what works best in your life.
We are a welcoming space
We create a friendly, private place where everyone feels respected and understood.
We're where you need us
We're part of your community and provide support close to home.
We connect with other services
We connect you to other services to make sure you get all the support you need.
We help you build independence
We help you build skills and confidence to manage things on your own.
We receive government funding so we can provide our support at no cost.
Life is easier with the right support. Our team brings together different expertise so you get what you need, when and where you need it.
Outreach
We bring care to where you are
Care coordination
We bring different services together to support you better
Life skills
Building confidence in managing daily life your way
Social support
Help to stay connected with your community
Wellbeing checks
Regular check-ins to see how you're going and what support you need
This program is for young people diagnosed mental health condition or are experiencing symptoms or psychological distress for six months or more and need extra support for wellbeing and recovery.
There are a few ways you can connect with us, whatever feels easiest for you:
- You can refer yourself. It’s ok if you don’t have a formal mental health diagnosis.
- Someone else can refer you too. With your consent, a family member, carer, teacher, youth worker, GP, or mental health professional can get in touch to refer you.
Contact us to learn more about this service and find out how we can support you.
Opening hours
- monday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- tuesday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- wednesday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- thursday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- friday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- saturday
- Closed
- sunday
- Closed
Where to find us
Choose what works for you
We believe you should be able to access support in ways that work best for you. This service is delivered:
- In person at our local centres
- Community-based services in your local area
- Support in your own home
- Video or phone appointments
Whatever option suits you best, we're here to make it easy for you to access the support you need.
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