1. Barwon Centre against Sexual Assault
To provide a service that is sensitive and responsive to the needs of victim/survivors of sexual assault and to raise awareness that sexual violence should not exist.

http://www.barwoncasa.org/

2. The Barwon Disability Resource Council
BDRC provides information on disability services and resources for people with disabilities, families and carers. BDRC produces an Access Map for Geelong Central Business District. BDRC has available a small resource library on The Barwon Disability Resource Council is a voluntary body formed for the purpose of representing the interests of people with disabilities.

http://www.bdrc.org.au

3. Barwon Health
Barwon Health is the largest health care organisation in the Geelong region, incorporating community health services, acute hospital services, rehabilitation, residential care and mental health services. Barwon Health aims to provide a comprehensive and integrated range of quality, accessible and efficient health services to the community.

http://www.barwonhealth.org.au/

4. BATForce
BATForce is the peak youth affairs body of the Barwon Region, strives to improve opportunities and choices for all young people, 10-25 years, by maintaining an informed impartial open network of youth, community sector agencies and schools, which advocates for the interests of young people and the network.
BATForce enables and supports workers within this network to collaborate in policy and planning and in the provision of a comprehensive range of quality services that meet the diversity of needs in the Barwon Region.

http://www.batforce.org.au/

5. BAYSA
BAYSA is a non-profit organisation serving Geelong. BAYSA is a youth services organisation helping young people with various contemporary issues. Baysa also provides emergency service such as housing. Baysa also runs various programs to help young people develop their skills through Music programs; building projects and other programs design to assist young people find their way.

http://www.baysa.org.au/

6. Bellarine Community Health
Bellarine Community Health (BCH) is a multifaceted primary care service. Formed in 1992 from the amalgamation of the Drysdale, Portarlington and Queenscliff community health services, BCH has continued to expand, as service needs and delivery development opportunities have been identified. BCH is a major provider of community based primary health and aged residential care services on the Bellarine Peninsula. The State funded primary care services are provided through four community health centres, a shopfront in one township and in people's homes. The residential care services are provided through two aged care facilities, with a total of 100 low care beds (including 20 which are Dementia Specific). BCH also provides accommodation through 16 independent living units.

http://www.swarh.com.au/

7. Best of Care
Best of Care provides Aged care or Disability care, maintaining individual lifestyle at home. Best of Care's personal carers and nurses undertake many duties. This includes homecare tasks such as meal preparation, shopping, housework, laundry and assistance attending appointments. Best of Care also provides 24 hr on call emergency service. They service the areas of: Bellarine, Queenscliff, Torquay, Geelong, Lara and their surrounding areas.

http://www.bestofcarebarwon.com.au/

8. Bethany
Bethany has a significant presence in the Geelong community and the wider welfare sector. Bethany's aim is to build upon the strengths of individuals and communities in order to achieve both personal and social change. Bethany Community Support offers a broad range of services to families and individuals. These services include: Family Choices , Homeless Services, (Supported Accommodation Assistance Program), Social Housing Advocacy and Support Program, Disability Services, Children's Contact Service, Family Business, Men and Family Relationships, Crime Victim Services and Gambler's Help.

http://www.bethany.org.au/

7. Respite Barwon
Respite Barwon is an internet site designed to improve communication and access to information for all people with an interest in respite in the Barwon region of Victoria.

http://www.respitebarwon.org.au/

8 Community Connections
Community Connections (Vic) Ltd is an independent, not-for-profit, non-government
organisation that provides a range of human and social justice services to families, children and individuals who are residents of the South Western region of Victoria.

http://www.comconnect.com.au/

9. CREATE
CREATE is a not for profit community organisation committed to focusing upon the strengths found within individuals and the community. CREATE promotes the concept of everyone having the right to self-determination and personal growth. CREATE individually support participants within their program areas utilising the best practices of client focused case management and holistic support. They utilise extensive referral networks in Geelong to achieve individualised, meaningful, sustainable and personal goals whilst at all times respecting the individual's right to privacy and confidentiality. CREATE delivers a wide range of personal and vocational education programs.

http://www.creategeelong.com/

10. Department of Education & Training- Barwon South Western Region
Provides lists of schools and a limited amount of information on State schools and their curriculum's.

http://www.bsw.vic.edu.au/

11. Norlane and Corio Neighbourhood Renewal
This site lists a range of community building activities in the neighbouring suburbs of Norlane and Corio. The local priority of Neighbourhood Renewal is to improve the lives of residents by enhancing the health and economic and social wellbeing of all residents and upgrading the physical environment of the area.

http://www.neighbourhoodrenewal.vic.gov.au/OOH/Web/nrwSite.nsf/doclookup/norlane?opendocument

12. Diversitat
Diversitat represents over 45,000 people of all ethnic and cultural heritages throughout Victoria and 33 affiliated communities.
Formerly known as the Geelong Ethnic Communities Council it has undergone various transformations. No longer solely focusing upon providing support and services to migrant and newly-arrived communities, they are now operating programs for youth, offering aged care, providing training, promoting employment, organising arts and events as well as operating 94.7 The Pulse, Wholefoods organic produce and Waste Werks, a creative recycling venture.

http://www.diversitat.org.au/

13. Flinders Peak Secondary College
Flinders Peak Secondary College is a Year 7 - 10 college with the resources required to meet a diverse range of individual student needs. The college is a Tribes Learning Community. The aim of the college is to assure the healthy development of every student so that each has the knowledge, competency and resilience to be successful in a rapidly changing world. This can be achieved by all teachers, administrators, students and families working together as a learning community dedicated to caring and support, active participation and positive expectations for all students.

http://www.flinders-peak-sc.vic.edu.au/


14. Geelong Adult Training and Education (GATE) Inc
GATE provides a range of educational and training programs and related services to the Geelong community.

http://www.gate.vic.edu.au/

15. Geelong Area Consultative Committee
Geelong Area Consultative Committee is a non-profit community based organisation funded by the Commonwealth Government under the regional partnerships program. It aims to promote employment and training opportunities, support growth within the business sector and encourage regional development.

http://www.gacc.org.au/

16. Geelong Community Legal Service
Geelong Community Legal Service is a free and independent community service
for people in the Geelong/Barwon area including the City of Greater Geelong
and the Queenscliff, Surf Coast, Colac Otway and Golden Plains Shires.
This site provides information about GCLS services and a range of legal information and links to other online legal resources. It is part of the Victoria wide Community Legal Services website network established by the Federation of Community Legal Centres.

http://www.communitylaw.org.au/geelong/

17. The Geelong Mood Support Group, formerly the Geelong Bipolar Support Group
The Geelong Mood Support Group is funded through the Department of Human Services and donations from United Way and Service groups. The group offers its members and interested persons the opportunity to meet and provide care and support to those in need. It aims to promote well being and educate those with mood disorders, their carers and the public.

http://www.geelongmood.org.au/

18. Volunteering Geelong
The Centre provides an information and referral service for volunteers as well as training, advocacy and support for volunteer managers and community organisations. They provide services to the Barwon and South Western Region of Victoria which includes an area from Werribee to Portland.

http://www.volunteeringgeelong.org.au/

19. The Geelong Volunteer Resource Centre
The Geelong Volunteer Resource Centre aims to enhance the quality of life in the community through the promotion and support of volunteering. The volunteer activities range from one time and short term opportunities to ongoing commitments. The Centre will assist in helping find the right person for a position, or find you a position that best meets your interests. They provide services to the Barwon and South Western Region of Victoria which includes an area from Werribee to Portland.

http://www.geelongvolunteer.org.au/

20. The General Practice Association of Geelong
The General Practice Association of Geelong is a network of GPs and project officers working to assist and represent GPs.

http://www.gpageelong.com.au/01000.htm


21. G-Force Recruitment
G-Force Recruitment offers a "one stop employment solution" for employers, would be apprentices and trainees, school leavers, VCE students, unemployed people, and those looking for new employment opportunities

http://www.g-force-recruitment.com.au/

22. Glastonbury Child and Family Services
Glastonbury's mission is to contribute to family preservation and well being in Geelong and surrounding districts through the provision of quality child and family services which, respect the integrity and cultural values of families; promote the rights of children, young people and families to reach their full potential in a safe and positive environment; and facilitate the development of citizenship and social justice for families and family members. It provides a range of family and community development programs and services.

http://www.glastonbury.org.au/

23. St Laurence
St Laurence is a leading provider of high quality services within the areas of Aged Care, Community, Disability and Employment Services in the Geelong, Colac and Warrnambool regions.

http://www.stlaurence.org.au/

24. Karingal
Karingal provides a range of support services for people with a disability or disadvantage and offers, residential support, respite support, home based programs, day programs; and employment support.

http://www.karingal.org.au/


25. Leisure Networks Inc.
Leisure Networks promotes community sport, recreation and health across the Barwon region.

http://www.leisurenetworks.org/

26. MatchWorks
MatchWorks provides a range of employment and related services to job seekers from 13 sites across Geelong, Bacchus Marsh and to the west and north of Melbourne. These services include Job Network, Personal Support Programme and Work for the Dole. Specialist employment assistance is also provided to job seekers with disabilities.

http://www.matchworks.com.au/

27. Pathways Rehabilitation and Support Services Inc.
The website makes it easier to find information, links and resources about: mental health information; the various services that Pathways offers. Also links to web sites that may provide you with useful information, and advice about access to relevant health providers.
Pathways aims to promote and facilitate positive mental health lifestyles within the community and support those with a mental illness, their carers and families, to attain improved mental health and well being. Pathways is a service for people aged 16 - 65 who are experiencing problems as a result of a mental illness.

http://www.pathways.org.au/_home.asp


28. Rosewall Primary School
The school is a community resource providing a range of educational, social, family and community services, assisting students and their families, to develop knowledge and skills to enable them to become productive members of their community.

http://www.rosewallps.vic.edu.au/


29. Wathaurong Glass
The company was formed to express aboriginal art in glass. The company is not for profit, it's structured so that the community of Wathaurong & the broader community will be the beneficiaries of any profit.

http://www.wathaurongglass.com.au/

30. wholewoman.org.au
The web site was designed to be a tool with which women from the whole community may share information. It collects and displays information on many topics, recognising that diverse factors contribute to the wellbeing of women.

http://www.wholewoman.org.au

31. Villamanta
Villamanta provides legal advocacy, policy and law reform, community legal education and telephone advice, information and referral service to people who have a disability, on disability related issues.

http://www.villamanta.org.au/
Under development.

Encompass Community Services
Encompass Community Services, formerly Geelong Employ Ability Inc. New site under development.

http://www.gea.org.au/