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Disability

Positive Behaviour Support

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.

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Rainbow Connection

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.

South Australia

Mental Health Service

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

South Australia

Alcohol and Other Drug Service

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.

South Australia

Family and Domestic Violence Service

A Specialist Family and Domestic Violence Counselling 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.

South Australia

Sexual Health - SAMESH

SAMESH provides sexual health promotion, HIV prevention, and LGBTIQA+ community support in South Australia. We offer free, confidential information, education, and peer support to help you stay informed, healthy, and connected.

South Australia

Silver Rainbow Training

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.

Volunteer

Volunteer in South Australia

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.

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Media Releases

28 Jul 2023

South Australia Launches Groundbreaking LGBTIQA+ Mental Health Service

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.

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Events

WED Jul 26

Mixer Only Mixer

WED

26

Jul

Location: My Lover Cindi, 223 Flinders St, Adelaide SA 5000

Time: 5.00p.m.

MON Jul 31

Adelaide Mental Health Service Launch

MON

31

Jul

Location: My Lover Cindi, 223 Flinders St, Adelaide

Time: 6.30p.m.

WED Nov 1 to MON Dec 4

KWEER Exhibition

WED

1

Nov

to

MON

4

Dec

Location: Diverse-City, 163 Gouger Street, Adelaide 5000

Time: All day

THU Nov 2

Bloomin' Fabulous Runway Show

THU

2

Nov

Location: Bicentennial Conservatory, Adelaide Botanic Gardens.

Time: 6.00p.m.

SAT Nov 4

SAMESH at the Sauna

SAT

4

Nov

Location: Pulteney 431 Sauna, 431 Pulteney Street, Adelaide 5000.

Time: 10.00a.m.

SAT Nov 4 to FRI Nov 10

Bloomin’ Fabulous Exhibition

SAT

4

Nov

to

FRI

10

Nov

Location: Goodman Building Lecture Room, Adelaide Botanic Gardens.

Time: 10.00a.m.

SUN Nov 5

Picnic in the Park

SUN

5

Nov

Location: Rundle Park, Rundle Road and East Terrace, Adelaide 5000.

Time: 11.00a.m.

SUN Nov 12

Gold, Pearl, Emerald!

SUN

12

Nov

Location: Victoria Square / North Tarntanyangga, Adelaide 5000.

Time: 11.00a.m.

TUE Nov 7

The Quilt: A Forum

TUE

7

Nov

Location: SAMESH, 57 Hyde St, Adelaide 5000.

Time: 7.00p.m.

THU May 2

Mixer Only Mixer

THU

2

May

Location: My Lover Cindi, 2/192 Pirie St, Adelaide 5000.

Time: 6.00p.m.

WED Nov 15 to SUN Nov 19

GEAR’d Adelaide

WED

15

Nov

to

SUN

19

Nov

Location: Westies Bar and Bistro, 57 Milner Road, Richmond 5033.

Time: 6.00p.m.

MON May 12

SMART Group Support

MON

12

May

Location: 1/122 Carrington Street, Adelaide SA 5000

Time: 6.00p.m.

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