Women’s Support Services
All of us need help at different moments in our life. The following list includes services that can help you when you need.
If someone is injured or at immediate risk of hurting themselves or someone else, please call 000 immediately.
Central Coast ARAFMI
Phone: 4323 7731
Central Coast ARAFMI is a grassroots organisation that was established by mental health carers more than forty years ago. We recognise that there is no one size fits all approach to the Recovery journey. The support and services that we provide are guided by you, your interests, strengths and goals. Our vision is for a community that understands and responds to the impact that mental illness has on individuals and their families. Click here
Alcohol and Drug Information Service
Phone: 1800 422 599
24-hour phone support and advise.
Gambling Solutions
Phone: 4344 7992
Gambling Solutions Central Coast offers free counselling, support and education to anyone affected in any way by problem gambling. Our counsellors are highly qualified in providing specialised treatment in the complexities of gambling addiction. Click Here
1800 Respect
1800 Respect is a 24 hour support and counselling service for anyone who has been impacted by sexual assault, domestic and family violence or abuse. Click here for more information about 1800 Respect.
Emergency Accommodation Services
Link2Home Hotline Click Here
Phone: 1800 152 152
Coast Shelter
Phone: 4325 3540
Coast Shelter has been operating on the Central Coast for over 25 years and is dedicated to transforming the lives of homeless adults, families and young people. We are motivated by the belief that every individual should be able to live in safe, secure, affordable housing. Click Here
eMental Health Resources
eMental Health Resources are an online, mostly free CBT (cognitive behaviour therapy) based therapy modules that can be completed at home on a mobile phone, tablet device or computer. eMental health resources are evidence based, with most reporting that 97% of users found the online modules useful and would recommend them to a friend or relative to use.
Head To Health
Supporting yourself for women. To learn more click here.
Beyond Blue
Women are known for putting others first. But when it comes to your health it is important to prioritise your own needs and speak up when you need support.. To learn more click here
MumSpace
MumSpace is designed to connect you quickly with the level of support you need, from advice and support in the transition to parenthood to effective online treatment programs for perinatal depression and anxiety. To learn more click here.