Counselling for Seniors
We all have times when we need some help in our lives. Counselling offers the opportunity to talk through issues and ideas, and deal with feelings and experiences, which may be causing difficulties.
This is a free and confidential service. Simply phone or drop in to make an appointment through the intake worker at the Stawell office. The service is however available at both Stawell and Ararat.
What can Counselling Help with?
- Personal Issues
- Trauma
- Abuse (both recent and more distant)
- Relationships
- Loss
- Behaviour Problems
- Mental Health (eg. depression, eating disorder, anxiety)
- Other issues - Just Ask !
Who is Eligible?
- Individuals 50 years and older, male and female, couples, families, and carers
- The counselling service is available to those living within the Rural City of Ararat and Northern Grampians Shire
How Long do the Sessions Last?
- Duration of sessions usually last one hour, though the first session may last up to two hours
Please Note ...
- Home visits may be arranged where appropriate
- We have available an extensive range of written material relating to a wide range of topics in the health and welfare fields
