local support & referral services

Need help to pay bills or buy food?

DRERS Service is confidential, non-judgemental and free! Ranges Emergency Relief is a part of Dandenong Ranges Emergency Relief Service, located at The BASE every Thursday & Friday between 9am and 12.30pm. Call on 9754 7777, email enquire@drers.org.au or drop in. 

Drop-In on a Friday between 9am and 12.30pm for a cuppa, toastie, play a game, borrow a book or just to have a chat

Free mental health and wellbeing support for people aged 26 years & over. No referral required. Call 5929 2600 or Freecall 1800 332 501. Located at The BASE every Monday and Wednesday between 10am and 5pm.

Local service providing NDIS, nursing, aged care, social and community support, home maintenance and gardening services. Contact Melissa on 0472 900 012

• Time: Every Monday, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Meeting Type: Open ID Meeting with an emphasis on the Newcomer
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible bathroom and wheelchair access
• More Info: Check the Cockatoo Recovery Monday page for updates. 

Our Food is free pantry provides non-perishable items for people who are in need. The Pantry  is located at The BASE, 7 McBride St, Cockatoo and can be accessed during opening hours Monday to Friday. The Food Pantry is supported by members of the local community that shop at Cockatoo IGA and leave donations in our Food is Free baskets located inside the entrance at the store.