Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Mental Health Matters
At Flourish Australia, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges to lead fulfilling lives. Our approach is rooted in genuine understanding, as over half of our team members have personal experience navigating mental health journeys. We prioritize individualized support, co-developing recovery plans that respect each person's unique needs and aspirations. With more than six decades of experience, we have cultivated a strengths-based model that emphasizes peer support, community integration, and skill-building.Our services span NDIS support, employment programs, and housing solutions, all designed to foster independence and social connection. We advocate for systemic change while delivering outcomes-focused care, continually innovating through research and technology to enhance service delivery. As an employer of choice, we invest in staff development and maintain rigorous governance standards to ensure service excellence. Our Social Citizenship Framework guides our commitment to creating inclusive communities where mental health and wellbeing flourish.
Services
NDIS Support
Employment Services
Peer Workforce
Supported Housing
Workplace Mental Health
Community Businesses
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We employ over 50% peer workers with lived mental health experience
- Our recovery plans are co-developed with participants for personalized support
- We offer 24/7 support in specialized housing properties across NSW
- Our employment services combine job training with mental health recovery
- We pioneered Australia's largest mental health peer workforce program
What people say
Life-changing support
Dedicated peer workers
Successful housing outcomes
Renewed hope
Personalized approach
Services
NDIS Support
We provide comprehensive NDIS support services tailored to individual needs. Our specialists help participants navigate the NDIS system, develop personalized recovery plans, and access essential supports. With expertise in psychosocial disability support, we assist with housing, social connection, and daily living skills to promote independence.
Employment Services
Our Disability Employment Services help individuals with mental health conditions achieve work goals. We offer resume development, interview preparation, and workplace mentoring. Our social enterprises provide hands-on experience in cleaning, gardening, and packaging while maintaining supportive mental health environments.
Peer Workforce
Over 50% of our staff are peer workers with lived mental health experience. They provide authentic mentoring and support, sharing recovery journeys to inspire hope. This approach creates trust and understanding, helping participants build confidence and achieve personal goals through relatable guidance.
Supported Housing
We offer Supported Independent Living (SIL) housing across NSW with 24/7 tailored support. Our properties include shared and private accommodations with assistance for daily tasks like cooking, personal care, and medication management. The program focuses on developing independent living skills within a recovery-oriented framework.
Workplace Mental Health
Our workplace mental health programs include leadership mentoring and staff workshops. We deliver training on anxiety management, resilience building, and creating mentally healthy workplaces. Peer support implementation helps organizations develop supportive environments that improve productivity and staff wellbeing.
People
Bruce
Peer Worker
Bruce from Moree shares his transformative journey from personal mental health challenges to becoming a dedicated peer worker, finding purpose in supporting others through their recovery.
Carol
Client Story
Carol from Hervey Bay credits peer support with helping her find belonging after feeling lost, highlighting the life-changing impact of Flourish Australia's personalized approach.
Helena
Client Story
Helena from Blacktown rebuilt her life through supported housing, achieving stable family life and personal growth through tailored assistance with housing and wellbeing.
Questions
What mental health services does Flourish Australia offer?
We provide NDIS support, employment programs, peer workforce services, supported housing, and workplace mental health initiatives across New South Wales.
Do you need NDIS eligibility for support?
While we specialize in NDIS services, we also offer support through the National Psychosocial Support measure and community programs for those not NDIS-eligible.
How does peer support work?
Our peer workers with lived mental health experience provide authentic mentoring, sharing recovery journeys to build trust and help participants achieve personal goals.
What employment support options exist?
We offer Disability Employment Services, resume development, interview preparation, and social enterprise opportunities in cleaning, gardening, and packaging with mental health support.
Are 24/7 supports available?
Yes, we provide 24/7 tailored support in our Supported Independent Living properties across NSW for individuals needing continuous assistance.
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