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headspace
Tuggeranong
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Level 1, 167 Soward Way, Greenway, Australian Capital Territory 2900
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Phone (02) 6298 2920
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Fax (02) 6298 2921
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info@headspacetuggeranong.org.au
About
headspace Tuggeranong is a safe space that welcomes & supports young people aged 12 to 25, their families, friends & carers. Our goal is to ensure that any young person, friend or family member seeking support is helped to find the right services for them & their needs.
All of our services are free and voluntary. Scroll down for a list of services.
If you are interested in the services we offer or just don’t know where to get help, we are happy to chat. Give us a call, send through an email or visit the centre.
Hours
- Monday: 8:45am - 5:15pm
- Tuesday: 8:45am - 5:15pm
- Wednesday: 8:45am - 5:15pm
- Thursday: 11:00am - 7:00pm
- Friday: 8:45am - 5:15pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
headspace Tuggeranong is operated by Grand Pacific Health. All headspace services are funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. Administration of funding is carried out by the headspace centre’s local Primary Health Network, in this case, Canberra Health Network.
Services
Mental health workers – which may include psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors and other workers – that can help if you're just not feeling yourself.
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with any alcohol or other drug concern.
GPs can help with any physical health issues as well as issues related to sexual health, drug or alcohol use, relationship problems or feeling down or upset. Your centre may have a GP on site or links to one locally.
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with work or study opportunities.
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More information
There are many ways to access our supports! You can come in-person and chat to our amazing admin team, call us on 02 6298 2920 or email info@headspacetuggeranong.org.au
You don't need a referral from a specialist to access our supports. If you're worried about your mental health, reach out.
To self-refer, please fill in and email us a Self Referral Form
To make a referral on behalf of young person, please fill in and email us a General Referral Form
If you visit in-person or call, our admin team will work through our referral forms with you.
Looking for more information? Check out our Welcome Book or call us on 02 6298 2920.
It's important to note that all our services are voluntary. This means that if you don't want support, we won't push it. You chose when you're ready and we'll meet you where you're at.
You can also connect with eheadspace for free online support and information!
headspace Tuggeranong is lucky to have two amazing GPs who can provide free support to people 12 to 25! Dr. Alex Misev (he/him) works Monday afternoons and Dr. Neena Gottipati works every Wednesday.
They CAN help with:
- managing physical health alongside mental health
- provide alcohol and drugs (including vaping and tobacco) support
- mental health care plans
- sexual health and contraception
- LGBTQIA+ health and wellbeing
Things they CAN'T help with include:
- Removal of Implanon (but they can do insertions!)
- Insertion and removal of a Mirena
- Vaccinations
- Acute illness (e.g., cold or flu)
- Acute injuries (e.g., fractures, sprains, check-ups post assault and suturing)
- Gastroenteritis
- Skin checks and biopsies
If you're not sure our GPs can help you, call us on 02 6298 2920 or email info@headspacetuggeranong.org.au to ask our admin team.
Sometimes appointments need to be cancel and that could be for a bunch of reasons! We understand that life can be unpredictable, and things may come up. You can reschedule or cancel your appointment by calling 02 6298 2920, emailing info@headspacetuggeranong.org.au or responding to your appointment text reminder.
Please give us as much notice as possible. Ideally, at least 24 hours. This ensures we can give your appointment time to someone else in need.
Please do not come into headspace Tuggeranong if you are unwell. If you come in sick, that'll likely make your clinician sick which will lead to many rescheduled appointments! Instead, call to reschedule or switch to a telehealth appointment.
Telehealth works the same as your regularly scheduled appointment except you can attend it from the comfort of your own bed!
Keen to make a difference in your community? Passionate about advocating for better youth support? Consider volunteering for headspace Tuggeranong's Youth Reference Group!
The YRG are a group of young people aged 16 to 25 who act as advisors and advocates for their local headspace centre. They help run stalls at schools and youth events, sit on interview panels to hire staff, advise on resource creation, manage our social media, and more!
Keen to learn more? Click here to read the YRG Members Description
hAPI surveys are questionaries you complete before your appointment. These give your clinician an update on how you're travelling to ensure we're providing you with support that aligns with your goals.
Knowing your rights and responsibilities is super important. If you'd like to learn more about them, check out our Your Rights and Responsibility form.
Your privacy is a top priority at headspace Tuggeranong. Your information will only be shared with you and the people you consent to. To learn more, read out Privacy Statement and Consent Form.
Please note: All staff at headspace Tuggeranong are mandatory reporters. If we are worried for your immediate safety or suspect abuse, we are required to report to emergency services.
Feedback is super important to us. If you had a \good experience or if something happened that made you feel uncomfortable, we want to hear from you.
If you'd like to leave us feedback, email us at info@headspacetuggeranong.org.au or fill out our Feedback Form to bring in.