At Life FM we care about you and your family. If you or a loved one are in need of support, there are a number of organisations that provide professional counselling, resources, and assistance. Further information is available via the links below:
Beyondblue or call 1300 22 4636
Beyondblue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live.
Lifeline or call 13 11 14
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Kids Help Line or call 1800 55 1800
Chatting about what’s happening is a great way to start feeling better. We can chat about anything and you’re always welcome to call.
1800 Respect or call 1800 737 732
National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service for people living in Australia
Headspace Bendigo or call (03) 5434 5345
Headspace Bendigo is a place you can go to, when you may need help with any issue (large or small) that may be worrying you. At headspace Bendigo, all services are free, including our GP services.
Gilead Counselling or call (03) 5441 1494
Providing a professional general and family counselling centre with a Christian perspective. We have male and female counsellors available at our community centre
Madcow or call (03) 5441 4747
Sometimes life can take an unexpected turn for the worse. Sudden changes in circumstances can leave you feeling lonely, frightened or confused. MADCOW is a local Bendigo charity, breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness.
SalvoCare or call (03) 5440 8410
SalvoCare Northern is a network of programs and related services which aim to support complex clients experiencing a range of issues including Alcohol and other Drugs, and including those who are at risk of Homelessness.
YSAS or call (03) 5444 2969
Youth Support + Advocacy Service (YSAS) is a leading youth health not-for-profit agency that enables young people experiencing serious disadvantage to access the resources and support they require to lead healthy and fulfilling lives.
Hope After Head Injury
If you or someone you love is living with brain injury, or if you just want to learn more, Hope After Head Injury is for you. We are here to provide hope, support, and encouragement FOR brain injury survivors and caregivers FROM survivors and caregivers!
Back To The Table
Getting back to the table is a simple solution where families can talk, listen and learn; discovering unconditional love, support and understanding. This website will give you tips to making this easier.
Local Grocery Distribution
Life Essentials, 214 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Ph: (03) 5441 4747
Myers Street, Bendigo
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Ph: (03) 5442 5277
Humboldt Drive
Wednesday Mornings (bread only)
Ph: (03) 5442 1165
Eaglehawk Community House
19 bright Street, Eaglehawk
Monday-Thursday, 9am-2pm (School Terms Only)
Ph: (03) 5446 8322
Eaglehawk Uniting Church
Corner of Peg Leg Road/Kirkwood Street
Tuesday & Wednesday, 1.30-4pm
Ph: 0403 698 715
Shed 3
75 Beischer Street, East Bendigo.
Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm
Saturday, 10am-1pm
Ph: (03) 5444 2882
16 Hopetoun Street, Bendigo
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 10am-1.30pm
117 High Street, Kangaroo Flat
Monday-Friday, 10am-1pm
Ph: (03) 5447 9800
82 High Street, Eaglehawk
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10am-4pm
Fridays 1pm-4pm
Ph: (03) 5446 2548
25 Forest Street, Bendigo
Monday, Tuesday, Thursdays, & Friday, 10am-12.15pm & 1.30pm-3.45pm
Ph: (03) 5443 4972
Corner of Church and Camp Street, Kangaroo Flat
Tuesday & Friday, 10am-1pm
Ph: (03) 5443 5458
110 Garsed Street, Bendigo
Tuesdays, 10am-12pm
Ph: (03) 5443 5998
Local Community Meals & Soup Kitchens
The Arcade, 165-171 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo
Thursdays 4-4.45pm
Ph: (03) 5448 1600
Life Essentials Madcow Cafe, 214 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo
Tuesdays 7.45am
Ph: (03) 5441 4747
19 Bright Street, Eaglehawk.
Tuesdays 12pm & 6pm
Ph: (03) 5446 8322
Rotary Gateway Park, High Street, Kangaroo Flat
Wednesday, 6pm
Corner of Church/Camp Street, Kangaroo Flat
Fourth Wednesday of every month, 12pm
Ph: (03) 5447 9998
A Reasonable Christianity Church, 237 High Street, Golden Square (back room). Opposite Woolworths.
Sunday, 3.30pm-4.40pm & Thursday 5-6pm
Ph: 0404 559 769
November-April
14 Sailors Gully Road, Eaglehawk
Friday, 7.30am
Ph: (03) 5446 8813
May-October
Uniting Church Hall, Peg Leg Road, Eaglehawk
Friday, 7.30am
Ph: (03) 5446 8813
Rotary Gateway Park
Wednesday, 5.30-6pm
Eaglehawk Anglican Church, 63 High Street, Eaglehawk
Friday, 5.45pm (except Jan & Public Holidays)
Ph: 0458 018 083
50 Panton Street, Eaglehawk
Tuesday, 11.30am (School Terms)
Ph: (03) 5446 8235
Eaglehawk Baptist Church, Parsonage Grove, Eaglehawk.
Sunday, 6pm
Ph: (03) 5449 3033
If you would like to suggest other support services that we can connect to on our Hope page, please email manager@life1051.org,au