The organisations listed below provide specialised support for families and children.
These organisations are not part of the CDH Australia network. Links will open in a new window.
Crisis Support
Crisis support is short term, and provides assistance, non-judgemental support and resources in a time of need.
The purpose of crisis support is to relieve stress and improve the ability to cope with the current situation, as well as future crises. Several quality organisations in Australia provide 24/7 crisis support over the phone. Online chat support is also available.

Beyond Blue
Everyone experiences the ups and downs of mental health. But what happens when it’s down? Anxiety, depression and suicide affect ...
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Grief Support

Grief and Bereavement Counselling Service
The Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement Counselling and Support Service, provides a statewide specialist bereavement service for individuals, children ...
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The Compassionate Friends Victoria
The Compassionate Friends Victoria (TCFV) is dedicated to supporting grieving parents, siblings and grandparents in the event of the death ...
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Guiding Light
Supporting you on your journey after the death of a child Welcome to Red Nose Grief and Loss (formerly SIDS ...
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Mental Health Support & Resources

Relationships Australia
Relationships Australia is a leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities. Supporting all people in Australia ...
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Beyond Blue
Everyone experiences the ups and downs of mental health. But what happens when it’s down? Anxiety, depression and suicide affect ...
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Specialised Support for Premature or Sick Newborns

Raising Children
Raisingchildren.net.au provides free, reliable, up-to-date and independent information to help your family grow and thrive together. Funded by the Australian Government, reviewed ...
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Life’s Little Treasures
Australia’s foremost charity dedicated to providing support, friendship and information, specifically tailored for families of premature or sick babies. The ...
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Miracle Babies
Miracle Babies Foundation is Australia’s leading organisation supporting premature and sick newborns, their families and the hospitals that care for ...
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Creating Special Memories

Angel Nappies
Provides beautiful cloth nappies for angel babies. Nappies are made in identical pairs, one for baby and one for family to ...
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Angel Gowns
Angel Gowns Australia incorporated is a nationally registered not‐for-profit charity that specialises in supplying angel gown garments to families that ...
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