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Thorne Harbour Health now offers Positive Behaviour Support services in Adelaide—support built by and for our LGBTIQA+ communities.If you're navigating the NDIS and looking for the right support to manage behaviours of concern, we’re here to help. Our experienced practitioners deliver NDIS Positive Behaviour Support specifically for LGBTIQA+ people in Adelaide.

For Clients: Meaningful Support and CommunityRainbow Connection pairs older LGBTIQ+ individuals who may be experiencing social isolation with volunteers for social and community support. This free service is specifically designed for older lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and queer (LGBTIQ+) people who may be experiencing social isolation.This service is available in both Melbourne, Victoria and Adelaide, South Australia.Rainbow Connection fosters genuine and enduring relationships, creating a safe space for belonging and connection within the LGBTIQ+ community.Participants are matched with LGBTIQ+ volunteers for regular social visits. These visits might involve a friendly chat over coffee, a lunch outing, or even exploring an art gallery, all emphasising meaningful, long-term connections.Rainbow Connection is part of the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme(ACVVS), funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care.

Alcohol and Drug Support for LGBTIQA+ people. An affirming, welcoming and accessible service, designed to meet the specific needs of our communities. This service is run by community, for community.

Specialist Mental Health Support for LGBTIQA+ People. This service is for all queer people experiencing mental illness and psychological distress aged 16 and over.

SAMESH is here to prevent the spread of HIV and improve the health and wellbeing of our gender, sex, and sexually diverse communities in South Australia. How do we do it? We use targeted health campaigns, community education, training, peer support, health services, and so much more to equip our communities with the information and resources they need to take control of their health and wellbeing. Plus, we recognise the importance of making sure our communities are socially connected. We’re stronger together afterall. Here’s an overview of just some of the things we do at SAMESH.

LGBTIQ+ Inclusive Aged Care Training:Designed specifically for the Aged Care sector, Silver Rainbow training equips staff with the skills, and confidence to provide inclusive care to older Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer (LGBTIQ+) clients.

A Specialist Family and Domestic Violence Service in Adelaide for Our LGBTIQA+ Communities:Thorne Harbour Health offers a specialist family and domestic violence service for LGBTIQA+ people in Adelaide. This service is by community, for community—supporting queer people of all identities who have experienced or are experiencing family or domestic violence in Adelaide.

Our success in supporting our communities relies on the dedication and hard work of our volunteers. Our organisation was founded by volunteers and that strong connection continues today.

Thorne Harbour Health, one of Australia’s largest LGBTIQA+ community-controlled health organisations, is proud to announce the official launch of the LGBTIQA+ mental health service in Adelaide. Addressing the unique mental health challenges faced by LGBTIQA+ people, this specialist service is a first for South Australia and joins the ACT as the only government funded services nationwide to do so.“Mental health issues within our LGBTIQA+ communities are a serious concern — with higher rates of anxiety, depression and suicide than the general population,” said Thorne Harbour Health CEO Simon Ruth.