COVID-19 UPDATE | SERVICE CHANGES
BYS is taking COVID-19 very seriously. We are continuing to put a range of strategies in place to ensure our service delivery is COVID-safe.
BYS regularly updates its services to ensure the advice and requirements of the federal and state health authorities are implemented.
Changes to BYS service delivery from 5pm Thursday 1 April 2021.
BYS will continue to follow the advice of the health authorities and do all we can to protect staff and young people.
Access up to date information about new restrictions here.
Other health information, including where to get tested if you are experiencing symptoms, can be found on the Queensland Health Website or you can contact the Coronavirus health Information Line 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week on 1800 020 080.
"In 2019-20, BYS provided 39,635 occasions of support to young people (aged 12-25) and their children, a 24% increase from the previous year. This is no surprise given the critical lack of safe and affordable housing, unemployment levels and the high number of young people in our community living in poverty."- Annemaree Callander, CEO
The 2019-2020 Annual Report features information about the activities of the past year, the great outcomes young people are achieving, as well as some very inspirational stories. Take a look to learn more about the work BYS is doing with vulnerable young people in Brisbane.
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Brisbane Youth Service is a registered Tier 3 housing provider under the National Regulatory System - Community Housing. We assist homeless young people and young families to find and maintain safe, stable accommodation and to develop the skills needed to maintain their own property.
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The Medical Clinic is situated at the HUB, 42 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley. It is a free, confidential service supporting young people with physical and mental health issues.
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Brisbane Youth Service offers emergency relief services to help young people address immediate basic needs in times of crisis. Emergency relief can act as a safety net for young people experiencing homelessness who have limited means or resources at their disposal.
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It is sometimes difficult for vulnerable young people to understand and negotiate with government and other institutions. Brisbane Youth Service supports young people in a range of ways by advocating for their needs with landlords, the Department of Housing, the Department of Education, Queensland Health, tertiary institutions, and Centrelink. We also support young people who are experiencing legal issues or involved in the justice system.
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Many of our young clients are parents and have accompanying children. Our specialised staff provide innovative support and a positive approach to parenting.
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The Young Women's team offers young women the opportunity to meet with a team of dedicated women’s workers in a safe women’s space.
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Brisbane Youth Service's Couch Surfing Hotline provides support for young couch surfers, concerned family members and carers, and people providing temporary or 'couch' accommodation to young people.
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Read MoreBefore BYS I was living on friends’ couches and feeling like a burden on them and their families. I couldn’t return home as my mother was emotionally abusive towards me and I never felt I had a voice or was listened to. I ran out of friends’ couches to sleep on and I decided I needed more help so I searched the internet and found BYS...
Sponsors of the Furnishing Young Futures initiative came together on Thursday 18th February to put finishing touches on five homes for young people supported by Brisbane ...
Brisbane Youth Service was overwhelmed by the generous response to our recent Christmas Appeal and Hamper Drive. The pandemic forced the cancellation of most of our fu...
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