Free counselling and information for families concerned about a young person's mental health.

When Lucia talks about her life now, she often speaks about peace. Peace in painting. Peace in quiet moments. Peace in simply being able to leave the house, meet people and take part in everyday life. It is a kind of peace she once thought might never come.

This story includes themes of suicide and drug use. Please take care while reading. If you need support, Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14.

Each morning begins with the same sound: a burst of raspberry noises echoing through the house. It’s Amy’s way of saying she’s awake, happy, and ready to start the day.

We're pleased to share with you the June 2026 edition of our Overcoming Loneliness e-news, keeping you up to date with all the latest news about loneliness initiatives, research, innovative case studies and data.

Uniting Communities thanks the Community Affairs References Committee for its inquiry into the transition from the Commonwealth Home Support Program to the Support at Home Program and welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback into such an important change for older Australians.

Support on your foster care journey

Real people. Real talk. Real growth.

Uniting Communities latest Loneliness by Numbers Snapshot explores what is loneliness, who is affected and how do we overcome it

Supported living arrangements working with you to build the skills to live independently.

Uniting Communities thanks the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services for undertaking an inquiry into financial services regulatory framework in relation to financial abuse.

Uniting Communities welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on DASSA’s draft South Australian Alcohol and Other Drug Sector Workforce Development Framework 2024-2032.

Uniting Communities thanks the Senate Standing Committees on Economics for undertaking an inquiry into the National Housing and Homelessness Plan Bill 2024 (No. 2) (“the Bill”).

In amongst today’s headline State Budget measures was an important commitment to supporting South Australians living with mental health issues.

We're pleased to share with you the April 2024 edition of our Overcoming Loneliness e-news, keeping you up to date with all the latest news about loneliness initiatives, research, innovative case studies and data.

We're pleased to share with you the March 2024 edition of our Overcoming Loneliness e-news, keeping you up to date with all the latest news about loneliness initiatives, research, innovative case studies and data.

Uniting Communities thanks the Treasury Department for the opportunity to provide feedback on the Scams Prevention Framework codes and rules exposure draft. We recognise the significant work undertaken to reach this stage.

Uniting Communities thanks the Joint Standing Committee on the NDIS for inquiring into the Integrity of the NDIS.

Uniting Communities thanks the Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority (IHACPA) for the opportunity to provide input into the consultation on the Pricing Framework for Australian Support at Home Aged Care Services 2027–28.