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Solomon Street - Bendigo
A 24-hour Residential Service providing a supportive community for young people recovering from mental illness
What Solomon St. does:Solomon St. is a structured but flexible, intensive residential psycho-social recovery program for young people (16-24 year old) who have experienced serious mental health issues. It offers individual programs in a supportive community with 24 hour staffing. Solomon St. Program aims to facilitate personal growth, enhance skill building, relationships and support individuals to improve the quality of their lives. Who can live at Solomon St:The residential program provides services to young people 16 – 24 years who have experienced severe mental illness, and who may be at risk of homelessness, suicide or other self harm. Where is Solomon St:Solomon St. is situated in a residential area in Bendigo East, and is made up of a small community of ten young people. What the program aims to do:Residents at Solomon St. actively participate in the community while working towards their own individual programs. The staff at Solomon St. work in a holistic way to provide the young people with opportunities to make positive changes in their lives. They support the young people to develop a sense of belonging and self-worth. There is an emphasis on skill building and preparing them for independent living including linking them into the community through education and employment. How to access the program:Clients access the program by referral; referrals can come from any person, for example, a parent/friend, any health professional, or a self-referral. The referral process is usually initiated by telephone and an invitation for an informal visit to meet staff and other residents is the next step. Referral forms are completed before an interview and assessment date is confirmed. Further information:Please contact Solomon Street Program |
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