About
Reconnect is a community-based program funded by the Department of Social Service (DSS). The program supports young people aged 12 - 18 who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless or experiencing family conflict, living in Toowoomba & for young people aged 12-21 who are new to the region. Reconnect aims to prevent homelessness by providing support to find accommodation, informal counselling, mediation and support, with a strong emphasis on family reconciliation and community engagement. Young people either self-refer or be referred by anyone with links to the young person including family members; friends; schools; police and youth justice; housing and accommodation services; Centrelink; and other community services.
Who we assist
We assist young people who are aged 12 - 18 years who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and their families.
Eligibility criteria
To access Reconnect, you must be 12-18 years of age, be homeless or at risk of becoming homeless or experiencing family conflict. This program is voluntary.
Referral process
We receive referrals, referrals by friends and/or family or referrals by other agencies via phone or email. A Reconnect worker will talk to the referring person and contact will be attempted with a young person or family within 24 hrs of receiving referral.