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Youth Housing and Homelessness Support Services

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BCH Youth Housing and Homelessness Services Now Co‑Located with headspace Ballarat

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Working together to support young people

Ballarat Community Health (BCH) has strengthened its commitment to supporting young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness by bringing its youth housing and homelessness services together under one roof with headspace Ballarat.

The new co-location creates a collaborative and community‑focused space where young people can access integrated support across housing, health and wellbeing—making it easier to get the right help, in the right place, at the right time.

Youth Housing

The BCH youth housing and homelessness team provides a range of programs designed to support young people aged 15–25 who are experiencing homelessness or facing housing instability. Services now delivered from the co‑located site include

  • Youth Specialist Homelessness Support
  • Specialist case management and support for young people experiencing homelessness or at risk.

Find out more about Youth Housing

Creating Connections

A program helping young people secure stable, longer-term housing by providing brokerage, advocacy and case coordination. 

Find out more about Creating Connections

Innovative Health Services for Homeless Youth (IHSHY)

A flexible program providing tailored health and wellbeing support for young people disengaged from traditional services.

IHSHY Resources

By co‑locating with headspace Ballarat, BCH is creating a more streamlined pathway for young people to access housing support alongside mental health, physical health, and wellbeing services.

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      We invite you to take part in the CycLink Co‑Design Study

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      We invite you to take part in the CycLink Co‑Design Study

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      We invite you to take part in the CycLink Co‑Design Study: From Principles to Program. This project brings together young people with disability, their families, and community partners to help design a new, inclusive cycling program.

      What is CycLink?

      CycLink is a cycling program being created with young people with disability and their families. The goal is to make cycling fun, flexible, and accessible for everyone—no matter what kind of bike you use or where you live.

      CycLink is ethics approved and Co-designed by The University of Melbourne, La Trobe University and Australian Catholic University (ACU).

      What We’re Working on Together

      We want to work with you to

      • Create a community‑based cycling program led by trained coaches
      • Develop easy‑to‑use online cycling resources for young people with disability and their families.

      How You Can Get Involved

      We are looking for young people with disability and their families to join online group workshops.

      In these workshops, you can

      • Share your ideas and experiences
      • Help us design how CycLink should look and work
      • Tell us what helps make cycling easier, more enjoyable, and more inclusive

        Workshop Details

        Format Online via Zoom

        Who

        • Adults can join up to three workshops
        • Children can join one workshop

        When February 2026

        Want to Join? Please read the information and register your interest by submitting the
        Registration of Interest Form.

        Contact

        If you have any questions, please contact
        Alesha Southby, Project Coordinator

        email [email protected]

        Phone 0401 015 252

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        We’re Looking for an Experienced VR GP to join our Howitt Street Practice

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        We’re looking for an experienced VR GP to join our Howitt Street Practice

        Ready for a community-focused role that supports your growth and work-life balance? Ballarat Community Health is seeking a VR GP (3+ years experience) to join our Howitt Street team and help support the growth of our GP registrar program.

        This is a unique opportunity to step into an established caseload, enjoy above-average remuneration for supervision, and work alongside a dedicated team in a truly supportive environment.

        With no on-call or weekend work, you’ll have the work–life balance you need while still making a meaningful impact in our community.

        We’re also offering

        • Professional development support
        • Strong wrap-around services and referral pathways
        • A sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 – to be negotiated with the right candidate
        • A referral bonus of up to $5,000 for successful recommendations

        If this sounds like the right next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Call Danni/Danielle Walker for a confidential discussion on 0498619669.

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        Christmas Support in Ballarat 2025 – Food Relief & Other Resources

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        Christmas Support in Ballarat – Food Relief & Other Resources

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        Christmas is often seen as a time of joy and celebration—but for some, it can bring stress, loneliness, or financial pressure. If this season feels difficult, remember: you’re not alone. Support is available.

        Ballarat food relief services – emergency groceries and essentials
        Christmas hampers and gift cards – toys, vouchers, and festive support
        Community assistance programs – practical help for families and individuals

        Christmas Relief information

        pdf 2025 Festive Season Information November 2025 Edition

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        2025 Festive Season Information November 2025 Edition

        2025 Festive Season Information, hampers food relief and other wellbeing resources for the festive season.  Compiled by the Innovative Health Services for Homeless Youth (IHSHY), Ballarat Community Health, November 2025.

        Visit Food Access for emergency support available in the Ballarat area throughout the year.

        This season, let’s look out for each other. With patience and kindness, an open ear, or a small gesture can make a big difference.

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