We offer a vast array of support services, programs and activities that reduce and ease feelings of loneliness and isolation. There are a variety of services available in our community to help you and your family manage and stay connected. Online options are also available for meeting people and sharing a chat or an activity.
Community connections and contacts
Council services
Our support services, programs and activities are listed below with the community programs and support for Glen Eira.
Online: use our enquiry form anytime
Phone: 03 9524 3333 Monday to Friday, 8am to 5.30pm
Email: mail@gleneira.vic.gov.au
Community connections
Neighbourhood Houses, also known as community houses or centres, offer a wide range of educational, social and well-being activities for all ages and abilities and are a great place to connect with people in your local community. There are also community groups and phone lines that support loneliness and isolation.
Neighbourhood houses or community centres
Moongala Women’s Community House
824 Centre Road, Bentleigh East
9570 3468
For more information visit www.moongala.org.au/ or email admin@moongala.org.au.
Murrumbeena Community Garden
Rear of Murrumbeena Uniting Church, 117 Murrumbeena Road, Murrumbeena
0407 506 662
For more information contact via email through murrumbeenagarden@bigpond.com.
Carnegie Laneway Garden and Gallery
Koornang Road to Graceburn Avenue, Carnegie
For more information visit the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CarnegieLaneway/. You can also make contact through the fairy note box in the laneway.
Glen Eira Adult Learning Centre
260 Booran Road, Ormond
9578 8996
For more information visit www.gealc.org.au or email info@gealc.org.au.
Caulfield South Community House and Garden
450 Kooyong Road, Caulfield South
9596 8643
For more information visit www.csch.org.au or email admin@csch.org.au.
Godfrey Street Community House
9 Godfrey Street, Bentleigh
9557 9037
For more information visit www.godfreystreet.org or email coordinator@godfreystreet.org.
East Bentleigh Village Garden Rear of Moorleigh
Community Village, 90–92 Bignell Road, Bentleigh East
For more information contact via email through eastbentleighvillagegarden@gmail.com.
Bentmoor Community Men’s Shed
92 Bignell Road, East Bentleigh
0481 369 191For more information visit www.bentmoormensshed.org
A local, informal venue where men in the community can spend time together.
Community organisations
Community Information & Support Glen Eira (CIS)
9571 7644 (Monday to Friday, 9:30am–4pm)
For more information visit www.cisvic.org.au/getting-help/cis-glen-eira.
Compass Community Care
9557 4974
Providing grocery items and precooked meals; Sunday lunch. Visit www.compasscommunitycare.org.au for further details.
Jewish Care
8517 5999
Provides personal, financial and family support. To find out more visit www.jewishcare.org.au.
Indian Care
8312 8805
Support for people of Indian origin. Visit www.indiancare.org.au for further details.
Salvation Army (Bentleigh)
87 Robert Street, Bentleigh
9557 2644
Grocery market day on Thursdays, 10am–12pm. For more information visit www.salvationarmy.org.au/bentleigh.
Pekelach Inc.
605 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
0468 330 613
Food and material aid; counselling and support. Visit www.pekelach.org.au for more information.
Open Hands (Church of Christ)
40 Toolambool Road, Carnegie
9572 2550 or 0439 208 703
Attend on Wednesday between 10am and 11.30am for grocery items and morning tea. Visit www.carnegiechurch.com for more information.
St Vincents de Paul Society
Welfare Assistance Line: 1800 305 330 (Monday–Friday, 10am–3pm)
For more information visit www.vinnies.org.au.
Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA)
03 9287 8800
For more information visit https://www.vacca.org/ or email vacca@vacca.org.
Southern Migrant and Refugee Centre
9767 1900
For more information visit www.smrc.org.au or email smrc@smrc.org.au.
Phone connect — looking for someone to talk to?
Conversation in Isolation 0492 837 888
Volunteer service for people at risk of isolation and loneliness through regular phone calls. To find out more, visit www.conversationinisolation.org
Friendline 1800 424 287
(2pm–6pm Monday and Friday, 2pm–8pm Tuesday–Thursday)
The online chat service is open Tuesday to Thursday, 1pm–4pm.
FriendLine is for anyone who needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. To find out more, visit www.friendline.org.au/
QLife 1800 184 527
Health connections
Emergency number: 000 Police. Fire. Ambulance
Department of Health Coronavirus Hotline: 1800 675 398
NURSE-ON-CALL: 1300 606 024 (24 hours)
Hospitals and health services
Star Health
Level 4 suite 2, 973 Nepean Hwy, Bentleigh
9525 1300
To find out more visit www.starhealth.org.au
Connect Health and Community
2 Gardeners Road, Bentleigh East
9575 5333, Monday–Friday
To find out more visit www.connecthealth.org.au
Alfred Health (Caulfield Community Health Service)
Ashley Ricketson Centre Caulfield Hospital
260 Kooyong Road, Caulfield
9076 6666, Monday–Friday
To find out more visit www.alfredhealth.org.au/services/caulfieldcommunity-health-service
Disability connections
We offer a range of facilities to support people with disabilities and their carers. Whether you want more information about our services or accessible facilities, or you need help caring for a family member, we can help. To find out more visit, the Disability and accessibility page.
Disability support services
Marriott Support Service
15a/56 Keys Road, Cheltenham
9555 0777 or info@marriott.org.au
Programs and services for adults with disability. To find out more, visit www.marriott.org.au
ACCESS inc.
304 Hawthorn Road, Caulfield South
9272 5603 or admin@accessinc.org.au
Programs for young adults with disabilities. To find out more, visit www.accessinc.org.au
MACCABI
1/115 Hawthorn Road, Caulfield North
9563 5865 or enquiries@maccabi.com.au
Connecting the Jewish Community through sports and wellbeing. To find out more, visit www.maccabi.com.au
Carer’s Gateway
1800 422 737 (Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm)
Provides advice or assistance to carers. To find out more, visit www.carergateway.gov.au.
Disability Information Helpline
1800 643 787 (Monday to Friday, 8am–8pm)
Not available public holidays. To find out more, visit www.dss.gov.au/disability-and-carers.
Family and youth connections
We offer a range of direct services and programs to support the wellbeing of children youth and families. To find out more visit our Family and children and Youth pages.
Family connections
Glen Eira Maternal and Child Health
03 9524 3403
This services operates Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
If isolation is determined at a family home visit, a Maternal and Child Health nurse will discuss and refer the family to either:
- Supported Playgroups
Making connections and watching their child play, grow and develop - Enhanced Maternal Child Health
Additional short-term response to parenting.
More information is available Maternal and Child Health page.
Glen Eira Youth Services
03 9524 3676
If you're between the ages of 10 and 25 and live in Glen Eira, we can put you in touch with youth workers and support services.
Contact youthservices@gleneira.vic.gov.au for more information or visit our Youth page.
Playgroup Victoria
https://www.playgroup.org.au/
Glen Eira Libraries
https://library.gleneira.vic.gov.au/
Carnegie Toy Library
12 Munro Avenue, Carnegie
0448 770 142
Visit https://www.carnegietoylibrary.com/ to find out more or contact hello@carnegietoylibrary.com.
Moorabbin Area Toy Library
Moorleigh Community Village Complex
90-92 Bignell Road, Bentleigh East
03 9570 3590
Visit https://moorabbinareatoylibrary.com/ to find out more or contact moortoylib@gmail.com.
Family and youth wellbeing services
Glen Eira Youth Services
03 9524 3676
If you're between the ages of 10 and 25 and live in Glen Eira, we can put you in touch with youth workers and support services.
Contact youthservices@gleneira.vic.gov.au for more information or visit our Youth page.
Lifeline
13 11 14 (24 hours)
Lifeline offers crisis support and suicide prevention. To find out more, visit www.lifeline.org.au.
Maternal and Child Health Advisory Line
13 22 29 (24 hours)
MCH App - Download the MCH App free from app stores for child health tips and advice on your phone.
Taskforce
03 9532 0811
South Road, Bentleigh Victoria 3204
https://taskforce.org.au
Provides services on drug and alcohol misuse, youth and family services, education and employment
Kids Helpline
1800 551 800 (24 hours)
Free phone and online counselling for kids, teens, young adults, parents and carers. For more information visit www.kidshelpline.com.au.
Beyond Blue Support
1300 22 4636
Beyond Blue provides mental health support services. To find out more, visit www.beyondblue.org.au.
Parentline
13 22 89 (8am–midnight)
Parentline offers counselling and support for parents and carers every day of the year, including public holidays. To find out more, visit www.education.vic.gov.au/parents/services-for-parents/Pages/parentline.aspx.
Headspace
1800 650 890
Headspace provides a youth mental health service for 12 to 25 year olds. To find out more, visit www.headspace.org.au.
Switchboard Victoria
1800 184 527 (3pm-12am, 7 days per week)
Support for LGBTIQA+ community members. For more information visit www.switchboard.org.au.
FriendLine
1800 424 287 (2pm–6pm Monday and Friday, 2pm–8pm Tuesday–Thursday)
The online chat service is open Tuesday to Thursday, 1pm–4pm. FriendLine is for anyone who needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. Visit www.friendline.org.au/ for more information.
Family violence support services
1800RESPECT
1800 737 732
National sexual assault, domestic family violence counselling service. Visit, www.1800respect.org.au for more information.
Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre
1800 015 188 (24 hours)
Family violence support and access emergency crisis accommodation. Visit, www.safesteps.org.au for more information.
Orange Door Bayside
1800 319 353
Orange door provides family violence support services. Visit, www.orangedoor.vic.gov.au for more information.
MensLine Australia
1300 789 978
Telephone and online counselling service for men. Visit, www.mensline.org.au for more information.
Older adults connections
Find services and resources for seniors and the aged, including where to get help and how to connect with the community. To find out more visit our Seniors page.
Older adults support and contacts
Glen Eira City Council services
Volunteer Community Support
Matching volunteers with isolated aged Glen Eira residents for friendly visits, phone calls and small activities for social connection. Contact our Customer Service team on 03 9524 3333.
Explorers Program
Offers a range of excursions to help aged people make friends, build confidence and improve wellbeing. This program is subsidised through My Aged Care. Contact our Customer Service team on 03 9524 3333.
In-Home Support (Personal Care, domestic assistance and Social Support Individual)
All support workers actively monitor the health and wellbeing of each client that they assist, regardless of the service provided. Support workers report back any concerns to Team Leaders. If isolation is identified, Team Leaders call clients (and/or carers/families) to discuss the concerns raised and provide assistance e.g., modify a service, increase a service or refer to new services (such as the services listed below) that may assist. Contact our Customer Service team on 03 9524 3333.
Community groups and support services
Seniors' Rights
1300 368 821
For more information visit www.seniorsrights.org.au.
Glen Eira U3A
9572 0571
For more information visit www.gleneirau3a.org.au or email reception@gleneirau3a.org.au.
U3A Moorleigh Inc
9570 3929
For more information visit www.u3amoorleigh.com.au.
Bentmoor Community Men’s Shed
0481 369 191
For more information visit www.bentmoormensshed.org.
Glen Eira Combined Probus Club
03 9568 0258
A social club for retired residents of Glen Eira. Visit https://gleneiraprobus.com/ for more information.
FriendLine
1800 424 287 (2pm–6pm Monday and Friday, 2pm–8pm Tuesday–Thursday)
The online chat service is open Tuesday to Thursday, 1pm–4pm. FriendLine is for anyone who needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. Visit www.friendline.org.au/ for more information.
Recreation connections
Connecting with your community through physical activity or sport has benefits for both your physical and mental wellbeing. Glen Eira has a range of accessible options for all members of the community.
Recreation activities and contacts
Glen Eira Leisure
Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC)
200 East Boundary Road, Bentleigh East
Caulfield Recreation Centre
6 Maple Street, Caulfield South
Find timetables and Online classes at https://www.geleisure.com.au/
Walking in Glen Eira
- Dog Walking and off leash areas
- Caulfield Racecourse Wedge – Pawfield Park
- Glen Eira Guided Walking Tours
Historic estates
Sporting clubs
Bowls
Find a local club at https://www.bowlsvic.org.au/
Cricket
Find a local club at https://www.playcricket.com.au/
AFL
Find a local club at https://play.afl/
Soccer
Find a local club at https://www.playfootball.com.au/
Rugby
Find a local club at https://www.playrugbyleague.com/
Netball
Find a local club at https://play.netball.com.au/
Basketball
Find a local club at http://basketballvictoria.com.au/
Softball
Find a local club at https://vic.softball.org.au/
Baseball
Find a local club at https://baseball.com.au/
Hockey
Find a local club at https://www.hockeyvictoria.org.au/home/
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services
Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS)
1800 959 563
To find out more, visit www.vahs.org.au
Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA)
03 9287 8800
To find out more, visit vacca.org/ or eamil vacca@vacca.org
Aboriginal Housing Victoria Narrandjeri House
1800 248 842 or 03 9403 2100
125-127 Scotchmer Street, Fitzroy North
To find out more, visit www.ahvic.org.au
Connect Health and Community
03 9575 5333
Monday–Friday
2 Gardeners Road, Bentleigh East
Provides health services for free to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. To find out more, visit connecthealth.org.au
Koorie Family Gathering
meets every two weeks from 10.30am–12.30pm Derrimut Weelam Gathering Place
Mordialloc Life Saving Club, 199 Beach Road, Mordialloc
Contact Chris on 0402 311 989 or email cedmonds@smpcp.org.au
Bentmoor Community Men’s Shed
0481 369 191
92 Bignell Road, East Bentleigh
Offers a special program for Indigenous men to teach, learn about and practice their cultural crafts and skills. To find out more, visit
www.bentmoormensshed.org
Mallanbool Reserve
Corner Leila and Murrumbeena Roads, Murrumbeena
A cultural and botanical trail on the history of the original inhabitants of the area, Kulin.
To find our more, visit our Mallanbool Reserve page.
Culture is Life
Mordialloc Life Saving Club, 199 Beach Road, Mordialloc
Deepens connections and belonging in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. To find out more, visit
www.cultureislife.org or email info@cultureislife.org
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Community Lunch
Central Bayside Community Health Services
3/1 The Strand, Chelsea
Third Wednesday of the month.
Contact:
- Gulay Cevik on 03 8587 0253 or gcevik@cbchs.org.au
- Chris Edmonds on 03 8587 0289 or email cedmonds@smpcp.org.au
Financial support
Australian Taxation Office
13 28 65
For more information, visit www.ato.gov.au
Services Australia (Centrelink, Economic Support, Payments, JobSeeker, etc.)
13 24 68
For more information, visit www.servicesaustralia.gov.au
Money Smart
1300 300 630
For more information, visit www.moneysmart.gov.au
National Debt Help Line
1800 007 007
For more information, visit www.ndh.org.au
Community Information & Support Glen Eira (CIS)
9571 7644 (Monday to Friday, 9:30am–4pm)
For more information visit www.cisvic.org.au/getting-help/cis-glen-eira.
Peninsula Community Legal Centre
9783 3600 or 1800 064 784
For more information visit www.pclc.org.au.
Good Shepherd
1300 121 130
Financial support for young people, recent migrants and women. For more information visit www.householdrelief.org.au.
Food support
Tony's Café (St Anthony's Parish)
St Anthony’s Hall, Corner Grange and Neerim Roads, Glen Huntly
0432 087 494 (Tuesdays 12.30pm–1.30pm, Thursdays 3pm–5.30pm)
Fresh hot meals and grocery items.
Glen Eira City Council Delivered Meals
Meals delivered to vulnerable people at a low-cost. Delivered Monday to Friday before 10am.
If you’re over the age of 65 contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 or visit www.myagedcare.gov.au for more information.
If you’re under the age of 65, contact Glen Eira City Council. Call 9524 3333 or visit www.gleneira.vic.gov.au.
Souper Kitchen
For information on free Kosher meals from Souper Kitchen, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/souperkitchenmelb/.
C Care
03 9636 3321
C care arranges food parcels for individuals and families. Visit www.ccare.org.au to find out more.
Salvation Army (Bentleigh)
87 Robert Street, Bentleigh
Grocery market day on Thursdays, 10am to 12pm
To find out more, contact 9557 2644 or visit www.salvationarmy.org.au/bentleigh
Pekelach Inc.
605 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick
Food and material aid, counselling and support
To find out more, contact 0468 330 613 or visit www.pekelach.org.au
Open Hands (Church of Christ)
40 Toolambool Road, Carnegie
Grocery items and morning tea. Wednesday 10am to 11.30am
To find out more, contact 9572 2550 or 0439 208 703 or visit www.carnegiechurch.com
Compass Community Care
Grocery items and precooked meals, Sunday lunch.
To find out more, contact 9557 4974 or visit www.compasscommunitycare.org.au
Jewish Care
Provides food (including kosher meals and pantry items), financial aid and support for individuals and families from the Jewish Community.
To find out more, contact 8517 5999 or visitwww.jewishcare.org.au
Housing support
Crisis After Hours
1800 825 955
During business hours this number will direct the appropriate housing service (determined by location).
Launch Housing St Kilda
122 Chapel Street, St Kilda
1800 048 325 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm)
Launch Housing Cheltenham
Level 1/11 Chesterville Road, Cheltenham
9556 5777 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm)
Launch Housing Private Rental Assistance Program
(PRAP) 9556 5775
Salvation Army Crisis Service
29 Grey Street, St Kilda
9536 7777 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 11pm)
Individual support and counselling
DirectLine
1800 888 236 (24 Hours)
Alcohol and other drugs counselling and referral. Visit www.directline.org.au for more information.
MensLine Australia
1300 789 978
Telephone and online counselling service for men. Visit www.mensline.org.au for more information.
Lifeline
13 11 14 (24 hours)
Lifeline offers crisis support and suicide prevention. For more information visit www.lifeline.org.au.
Suicide Support Line
1300 651 251
Visit www.suicideline.org.au for more information.
1800RESPECT
1800 737 732
National sexual assault, domestic family violence counselling service. Visit www.1800respect.org.au for more information.
Beyond Blue Support
1300 22 4636
Beyond Blue provides mental health support services. To find out more visit www.beyondblue.org.au.
Headspace
1800 650 890
Headspace provides a youth mental health service for 12 to 25 year olds. For more information visit www.headspace.org.au.
Switchboard Victoria
1800 184 527 (3pm-12am, 7 days per week)
Support for LGBTIQA+ community members. For more information visit www.switchboard.org.au.
FriendLine
1800 424 287 (2pm–6pm Monday and Friday, 2pm–8pm Tuesday–Thursday)
The online chat service is open Tuesday to Thursday, 1pm–4pm. FriendLine is for anyone who needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. Visit www.friendline.org.au/ for more information.
Conversation in Isolation
0492 837 888
QLife
1800 184 527
