A community support service for people with mental health issues who live in the Healesville and Yarra Glen areas.

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Rivendell provides assistance in developing skills, knowledge and support networks for recovery. All activities are aimed to better manage the effects of mental and emotional illness. The friendly and accepting environment helps to rebuild confidence, to make friends and to participate and share in the life of the community.

Who can be part of the Rivendell community?

People who live in the Healesville and Yarra Glen areas who have psychiatric or mental health issues and are aged 18 to 64 are encouraged to discuss their participation in the program.

What is offered at Rivendell?

• Individual support to assist people in achieving their personal goals and maximum potential for improved mental health;
• Group programs and activities to enhance recreational, social and skill-based opportunities;
• Housing support, which seeks to develop and provide options for low cost housing and support in independent living;
• Support in linking into community house programs and training or obtaining skills and qualifications; and
• Social drop-in, offering a chance to meet other people, make friends and share a meal together in a casual setting.

Activities

Group activities may include:

• Healthy Living
• Art and Craft
• Discussion and Personal Development
• Newsletter Production
• Outings
• Drama
• Music
• Gardening
• Outdoor Challenge Activities
• Computers and the Internet

At Rivendell, participants take an active role in choosing and planning activities, and making full use of the facilities and opportunities available in the wider community.

How to apply

You, your family, your doctor or other health service provider is invited to contact us to discuss the referral process.