Help if you're experiencing homelessness
Find a place to stay, meals, showers, clothing, healthcare, counselling and care for your pets.
A place to stay
To get help to find a place to stay, contact FIRST Canberra. This is the ACT Government service that helps people experiencing homelessness find housing and support.
When you contact FIRST Canberra, they will:
- ask about your situation and what support you need
- help you understand your housing options
- connect you with services that can help.
Call
1800 176 468
Email
actcis@salvationarmy.org.au
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Public holidays: Closed
Website
FIRST Canberra
Meals and food
You can get free meals, tea and coffee from community services in Canberra. Check the websites below for times and days.
Showers and laundry
You can get free showers and laundry services from community services in Canberra. Check the websites below for locations and times.
Clothing, blankets and personal care
You can get clothing, blankets and personal care items in Canberra. Check the website below for locations.
Healthcare and counselling
You can get free healthcare and counselling. Check the websites below for times and locations.
Care for your pets
You can get free support for your pets if you're experiencing homelessness.