Support for Those Impacted by Grief
The loss of a young life has deeply affected our hills community. You are not alone in feeling the shock, sadness, and disbelief that follow such a tragedy. Grief can look different for everyone. All of it is normal. What matters most is staying connected and reaching out for support.
Where You Can Find Support
Griefline: 1300 845 745
Free, confidential phone and online support.
You can book a call or join their moderated online forums.
griefline.org.au
Grief Australia
Specialist bereavement counselling for individuals and families.
Face-to-face or online, free for Victorians.
grief.org.au
Yarra Ranges Mental Health & Wellbeing Local
Free drop-in or phone support for adults (26+).
Lilydale, Yarra Junction and Belgrave
1300 000 252
intake.yarraranges@mentalhealthwellbeing.org
Eastern Health Community Counselling
Free counselling for children, young people and adults.
Healesville and Yarra Junction
1300 130 381 (Option 4)
The Compassionate Friends Victoria: (03) 9888 4944
Peer support for parents, siblings and grandparents after the loss of a child.
compassionatefriendsvictoria.org.au
For Children and Young People
Feel the Magic
Free grief camps and programs for kids aged 7–17
feelthemagic.org.au
headspace Lilydale
Youth mental health support (12–25)
03 9735 7900
Kids Helpline
1800 55 1800 (24/7)
If You’re Supporting Someone Grieving
Listen more than you speak.
Offer specific help (“I’m heading to the shops, can I grab you milk?”).
Keep checking in. Grief doesn’t end after the funeral.
Share these supports widely.
Need to Talk Right Now?
Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)
Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 (24/7)
In an emergency: call 000