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Mental Health

Chevra Hatzolah Melbourne
Hatzolah provides one-on-one singular counselling sessions for community members, by community members. Set up in the immediate aftermath of the terror attacks in Israel, the Hatzolah program - Navigating Emotions Through Tragedy, is managed by a dedicated social worker, with services provided by a team of registered psychologists, including Hebrew speakers. The program has become a crucial community service.
Hatzolah provide emergency medical first response services to the geographical areas of East St Kilda, Balaclava, Caulfield, Elsternwick, Ripponlea, Malvern, and St Kilda. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to attend to all medical emergencies.
Australian Jewish Psychologists
AJP has activated its significant membership-base. They are available for those needing more in-depth and ongoing psychological support. AJP is focused on providing a referral list of psychologists who can provide therapy to children, adolescents, and adults, ensuring an appointment within a short time frame and addressing any financial barriers for those as needed. AJP can also facilitate group debriefs and support for organisations.
Australian Jewish Psychologists (AJP) provides psychological response and recovery to critical incidents, delivered by a significant membership of highly skilled registered Jewish psychologists, many of whom have trauma specialisation.
Jewish Care Victoria
Jewish Care Victoria offers no-cost psychology services for Victorian Jewish community members aged 16 years and over. A Mental Health Care Plan or Medicare eligibility is not required. Community members can access up to 10 psychology sessions, with both telehealth and face-to-face options available. Services are provided by Provisional Psychologists under the supervision of a Senior Clinical Psychologist. Jewish Care’s mental health education program supports trauma-informed mental health responses across the community. Custom workshops and accredited training are individually tailored for each cohort and facilitated by experienced educators with a deep knowledge and understanding of our community.
Jewish Care Victoria is the leading social welfare organisation for the Victorian Jewish community, providing residential and community aged care, disability services, social work support, financial services, housing, and more.

To contact JCCM in a crisis or emergency please call the 24/7 Emergency Hotline on 1300 000 274.

For all other enquiries, please call 03 9519 8600

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