During the COVID-19 pandemic there are still local support services           available for people in the Hills.

Accommodation or Family Violence Support

Contact WAYSS on 9791 6111 or click here for their website

Emergency Food Aid

If you are in need of food please call St Luke’s Church in Cockatoo on 5968 8459 and leave a message for The Food Store. 

They will then contact you with a pick up time when they open each Monday,    to ensure we can maintain physical distancing measures.

Interest Free Loans

For people on low incomes are still available from the Cockatoo and Hills No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS). 

Call 0427 895 596 or click here for more information.

Mental Health Support

National Mental Health Helpline 1300 643 287

Free and confidential support from 9am to 11pm every day for individuals, families, friends and carers.

For other service information, please check your local council website: 

Cardinia Shire Council – click here

Yarra Ranges Council – click here