EastCare Leaving Care/Post Care
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About This Service
This program provides assistance and support to young peope aged 16-21 years who are exiting/or who have exited the care system by assisting in the development of life skills, providing links to education and training options and aiding in the prevention of homelessness.
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Service Name
EastCare Leaving Care/Post Care
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Service Address
31-33 Ellingworth Parade, Box Hill, 3128
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Phone
(03) 9890 7144
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Fax
(03) 9890 4385
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Email
sue.scott@aus.salvationarmy.org
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Service Area
Knox, Maroondah, Yarra Ranges, Valley, Hills, Urban
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Service Hours
Monday - Friday 9am-5pm
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Age Group
16 - 21
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Interpreters
Yes
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Service Type
INDIVIDUAL
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Service For
Young people who are exiting the care system
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Languages (other than English)
English
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Disability Access
No
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Drop In Service
No
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Outreach
Yes
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Outpost
No
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Costs
Free
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Public Transport Information
Box Hill train and bus
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Service For
More information for teachers, wellbeing staff and service professionals
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Participation Length
Up to 2 years
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Participation Type
Voluntary
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Secondary Consult
Yes
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Staff Profile
2
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Specific Exclusions
Need to be young people leaving the Child Protection care system
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Participation Length
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Funding Limit?
Ongoing
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Who Can Refer
Self referral, Other service
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Point of Intake
Child protection if still on an order. Self agency/referral if order has expired.
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Emergency Referral and Intake Process
Need to be young people leaving the Child Protection care system
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E-Referral Option
No
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Funding Limit?
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