Positive Solutions provides services in:
- Mediation – neighbourhood, workplace, community;
- Family Dispute Resolution (FDR);
- EAP Counselling;
- General and Family Counselling, including step families.
Cost based on the client’s individual gross income. Can be referred from Legal Aid Commission of Tasmania on fee for service basis.
FDR Private aims to improve access to just outcomes of family law disputes by providing high quality and affordable Family Dispute Resolution (FDR). We are an independent FDR provider servicing Tasmania – based in Hobart.
FDR Private mediators are former family lawyers – and now senior Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) with 8+ years of FDR experience. Their expertise and professional focus is family mediation, which includes property settlement and parenting disputes.
Gamblers Online is provided by Turning Point in Victoria and is funded by an agreement between the Australian Government and all state and territory governments.
Gambling help online provides: 24/7 availability of chat and email counselling and support services, availability of professional counsellors with expertise in problem gambling and online services, integration with state based 24/7 telephone services and face to face counselling, provision of extensive website content, self help information and weblinks for additional support.
Preparing for a Parenting Plan Mediation is important. Parents are asked to consider the following topics before starting a Mediation session with the other party:
Education
Health
Parenting Time
Communication
Finances (child related)
Relationships
A Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner will focus on the best needs and interests of children. As an FDRP is not able to provide legal advice, parents need to seek independent information.
If you’re trying to improve your own mental health, or support somebody else with mental health issues, Head to Health provides links to trusted Australian online and phone supports, resources and treatment options.
Provides care and support for people living with HIV, their families and carers. A Care and Support Officer works with individuals to identify specific needs. Also engages people living with HIV to promote peer support and interaction.
Hobart City Mission helps individuals and families in need. They provide housing, financial, emotional, advocacy, training and mentoring support to enable people to participate in community life to the best of their ability.
Holyoake Tasmania Inc offers a range of group or individual counselling programs for people affected by their own or another’s addictive behaviour or substance abuse.
Arbitrator of commercial disputes, building disputes and boundary fences. Specialises in Transport Law.
Free confidential and anonymous 24 hr telephone and on-line counselling service for children and young people aged between 5-25 years.
24 hour crisis accommodation service for single men over 21 years of age.
They offer supportive and professional service where clients are encouraged to make their own decisions in regards to their future.
This facility includes crisis and sobering up services.
This entry provides a link to the Law Societies list of approved mediators:
http://lst.org.au/public-info/mediation/
Support & assistance for widows & children of service personnel, immediate financial assistance & moral support.
Support & assistance for widows & children of service personnel, immediate financial assistance & moral support.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.30am – 3pm.
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Lifeline Text is a service run by Lifeline. Anyone can text 0477 13 11 14 between 6pm – midnight (AEST), if they are feeling depressed, suicidal or in need of support, a Lifeline crisis supporter will text with them. This supports those people who don’t like talking on the phone and would be more comfortable texting.
National professional telephone support, information and referral service for men specialising in family and relationship issues. Qualified counsellors available 24/7.
Missiondale is a residential recovery program for those wanting to overcome life addictions. They offer an alternative for those wanting to make positive changes in their lives.
National Debt Hotline on 1800 007 007 for free and confidential advice from professional financial counsellors. The hotline is open from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm, Monday to Friday.
Positive Solutions provides services in:
- Mediation – neighbourhood, workplace, community;
- Family Dispute Resolution (FDR);
- EAP Counselling;
- General and Family Counselling, including step families.
Cost based on the client’s individual gross income. Can be referred from Legal Aid Commission of Tasmania on fee for service basis.
Provides counselling, physical assistance, moral support and information to women in need and their families in a caring, accepting environment.
All services are free and confidential and include:
- Telephone and face to face counselling
- Referral to support services
- Pregnancy testing
- Counselling for grief and loss after abortion
- Ongoing support
- Baby clothes from prem to 3 months
- Help in the home for pregnant mothers
Open 10am – 2pm weekdays.
After hours appointments available. After hours phone directed to similar agency interstate.
Email (Counselling): counsellor@pcstas.org.au.
Email (Support): admin@pcstas.org.au
Australian Federation of Pregnancy Support Services is committed to the provision of services for women, their partners and families when they are experiencing distress or hardship as the result of pregnancy. Links to local services.
QLife provides Australia-wide anonymous, LGBTI peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about a range of issues including sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.
QLife services are free and include both telephone and webchat support, delivered by trained LGBTI community members across the country. QLife services are for LGBTI individuals, their friends and families, and health professionals in Australia.
ReachOut is Australia’s leading online mental health organisation for young people and their parents. Our practical support, tools and tips help young people get through anything from everyday issues to tough times – and the information we offer parents makes it easier for them to help their teenagers, too.
The Mediation Service provides confidential information, support, referral and Dispute Resolution (mediation) in relation to:
- property settlement
- financial matters
- neighbourhood and community disputes
- disputes between family members
- parenting arrangements.
This service is available through the Family Relationships Centres in Hobart, Launceston and Devonport.
Relationships Australia Tasmania is a provider of relationship support services. They are a community based not for profit organisation with no religious affiliation. Services all members of the community regardless of religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, lifestyle choice, cultural background or economic circumstances.
They do not charge a fee for their services, however, a fee applies to counselling, family dispute resolution, mediation, education and children’s contact services.
SANE Australia is a national charity, making a real difference in the lives of people affected by complex mental health issues through support, research and advocacy. The SANE group also includes the Anne Deveson Research Centre, and The Dax Centre.
Square Pegs is a registered charity with a mission is to improve recognition, understanding and action for children with dyslexia and related learning differences in Tasmania. Our vision is for all children to enjoy learning and reach their potential.
Strong Families, Safe Kids Advice & Referral Line is the first point of contact for child wellbeing and safety.
With a coordinated network of government and non-government support – and your help – we can deliver earlier intervention and better outcomes for at-risk children and their families.
The Bridge Program is a Tasmania wide service for help overcoming and recovering from addictions related to Alcohol, Tobacco and other drugs.
The Bridge Program is a Tasmania wide service for help overcoming and recovering from addictions related to Alcohol, Tobacco and other drugs.