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I'm caring for a family member, or a relative is in prison

Family carers & families affected by incarceration

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National Zakat Foundation

Muslim-specificAustralia-wide

Emotional and practical support for families of Muslim inmates, helping them cope while a family member is incarcerated or recently released. Support for Muslim individuals and families whose stability has been affected by addiction, helping them access care a…

No public street address - Nation-wide service

Carer Gateway (Victoria - led by Holstep Health)

Government serviceAll of Victoria

A free national program providing counselling, coaching, tailored support packages, peer support, and emergency respite for unpaid family carers. In Victoria it is led by Holstep Health.

No public street address (telephone & in-person) - operates state-wide, emergency respite line 24/7

VACRO

All of Victoria

Victoria's specialist service supporting people in prison, leaving prison, and on community orders, and their families, including family visits, family therapy, and practical support.

241 Wellington St, Collingwood VIC 3066. operates state-wide

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Directory last reviewed 7 September 2026.

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