18 December 2024

Lotterywest grant boosts youth mental health support in Geraldton

The Cook Government through Lotterywest is providing $1,467,000 to support Youth Focus to establish a multi-service mental health centre for young people in the Mid West.

The Geraldton Youth Hub will be home to multiple service providers, who will collaborate and co-ordinate support for young people while creating a safe, supportive and youth-friendly one-stop shop.

Youth Focus is a State-wide youth mental health service provider delivering free, evidence-based, safe and high-quality services to young people aged 12 to 25.

Lotterywest's grant will cover renovation costs, furnishing and fit-out, project management and administration, lift and solar panel installation and a therapy garden expansion.

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