Covid-19 Useful Links
Information on current coronavirus restictions see HERE
For translated information see HERE
If you need help:
Working with and supporting our community is very important to us at CNLC. However, your health and safety, and that of the commuity is our most important consideration.
If you are feeling unwell please call your doctor.
For information and advice regarding COVID-19 call the dedicated hotline on 1800 675 398.
To talk to a translator call 131 450.
You can now get a free coronavirus (COVID-19) test if you have any one of the symptoms listed below:
a fever (38c or above)
night sweats or chills
chest infection
sore throat
shortness of breath
cough
runny nose
See HERE for more information
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Here is CNLC's Community Support Leaflet in English
WHERE TO GET HELP FOR PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS - ENGLISH
Community Support Leaflet in Somali
WHERE TO GET HELP FOR PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS - SOMALI
Community Support Leaflet in Amharic
WHERE TO GET HELP FOR PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS - AMHARIC
Community Support Leaflet in Arabic
WHERE TO GET HELP FOR PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS - ARABIC
Community Support Leaflet in Oromo
WHERE TO GET HELP FOR PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS - OROMO
Community Support Leaflet in Simple Chinese
WHERE TO GET HELP FOR PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS - SIMPLE CHINESE
Community Support Leaflet in Traditional Chinese
WHERE TO GET HELP FOR PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS - TRADITIONAL CHINESE
Community Support Leaflet in Turkish
WHERE TO GET HELP FOR PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS - TURKISH
Community Support Leaflet in Vietnamese
WHERE TO GET HELP FOR PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS - VIETNAMESE
Where to get food near Carlton, Click here for information about food
For Open Door clients/visitors, click here about Open Door
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Are you at risk of violence or abuse?
Violence and abuse rates often increase when people are stressed out.
If you feel you are unsafe in your home because of physical or emotional violence or abuse of any kind, please call: 1800 RESPECT. If it is an emergency, please call the police immediately on 000.
Remember, you have a right to ask for an interpreter during this conversation and no actions or decisions need to be made at this time. Call 131 450 to access a free interpreter.
Are you worried about your financial or housing situation?
If you receive a Centrelink payment, check to see if there are changes here
If you are having trouble paying rent or are worried about being evicted call your local renter’s advice services:
Financial help and information
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National Debt Helpline: 1800 007 007
This may be a very stressful time for you and your family. It is OK to reach out and ask for help.
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Lifeline on 13 11 14
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beyondblue on 1300 224 636
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MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978
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Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467
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Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800
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Headspace on 1800 650 890
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QLife on 1800 184 527
Are you lonely or sad?
This can be lonely time for some people. If you need someone to chat to call:
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Beyond Blue 1300 22 46 36
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Lifeline 13 11 14
If you’re pregnant or have a new baby:
You can call PANDA on: 1300 726 306
Remember, you have a right to ask for an interpreter during this conversation.
The National Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) support line is 131 450
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Translated information you can trust:
Good sources of up to date information and resources about the Coronavirus:
Latest News
Looking after your mental health during COVID-19
The current Compost Hub procedure
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