Staying Afloat is a collection of local places to go to and to know about in Warrnambool, when you’re wanting stronger mental health and connection.


Staying Afloat has been built in community, for community and with community, to help people having mental health challenges, find local connection and support in ways that work for them.

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Artwork Lucy Klippan- Good Point Design

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Click on the button below to find local groups and services.

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The community directory listings are organised into three pathways people can explore to find and choose options that would be most helpful for them. The names of the three primary pathway buttons align with basic needs that are essential to a person’s wellbeing. (i.e., feeling safe, connected, and having a sense of self-worth/meaning).

Safe - Mental health support and services

Connected - Local suggestions for connecting within the community and the beautiful nature that our region has.

Self - Volunteer opportunities, free mentoring or coaching, personal or professional development.

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Is there a local group or service we should add?

This is a community directory of pathways
to local support for people in Warrnambool who are experiencing challenging mental
health times or those who are supporting someone who is.

It's offers links to a collection of local offerings to help people improve their sense of self, feel safe and connected in community. If your group or service meets the criteria, please submit your details below for review to be added.

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