Bendigo Community Services and Local Organisations: A Residents' Guide

Bendigo has a well-developed community services sector for a regional city of its size. Here is a guide to the key organisations and services available to residents.

Healthcare services

Bendigo Health is the main public hospital and the centre of the regional health network. Bendigo Community Health provides primary health care including bulk-billed GP services, dental and allied health. The Bendigo and District Aboriginal Co-operative (BDAC) provides culturally appropriate health services for First Nations community members.

Mental health

Mental health services in Bendigo include the inpatient unit at Bendigo Health, headspace Bendigo for young people aged 12-25, and a range of community mental health providers. The MIND Australia service in Bendigo provides community-based mental health support.

Family and children

The City of Greater Bendigo provides maternal and child health services, playgroups and family support programs. Anglicare Victoria in Bendigo provides family services and children's support programs. The Berry Street organisation provides support for vulnerable children and families in the Bendigo region.

Aged care

Bendigo has a strong aged care sector including Bendigo Health's aged care services, multiple private and not-for-profit residential facilities, and home care package providers including Uniting Care and RSL Care.

Council services

The City of Greater Bendigo provides waste management, parks, libraries (four branches), the Ulumbarra Theatre, the Capital Theatre and planning services. The Bendigo Libraries network runs extensive programs for children, adults and seniors.

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