Where can I get support at home?
More details about the services are below
Red Cross
Red Cross in Ceduna provides practical support to people facing hardship, including help with food, emergency relief, community connection, and referrals to other services. The Ceduna site also hosts the Ceduna Community Hub, offering a safe and welcoming place for people to seek support or simply connect with others.
Foodbank
Foodbank in Ceduna provides low‑cost food and grocery support to individuals and families experiencing hardship. You can shop at the Foodbank Food Hub, where you can choose groceries in a dignified, shop‑style setting using a referral voucher from a local service.
CentaCare
Centacare Catholic Country SA in Ceduna provides confidential counselling, family and relationship support, financial counselling, emergency relief, and wellbeing services for individuals and families experiencing hardship. Services are community‑based, culturally informed, and support people through a wide range of life challenges.
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Services may vary based on availability, but typically include:
Emergency relief (such as food assistance or basic essentials)
Community connection and wellbeing support
Referrals to local and regional services (health, housing, financial or social supports)
Access to the Ceduna Community Hub, a safe place to connect, get information, and seek help
Support for people experiencing hardship related to cost of living, health travel, or unexpected life events
Some services may depend on eligibility or availability, and costs may be waived where possible.
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The Ceduna Community Hub is run by Australian Red Cross in partnership with Ceduna Aboriginal Corporation. It is a welcoming space where community members can:
Get information and support
Be linked in with services
Spend time connecting with others in a safe, supportive environment
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Red Cross provides emergency relief appointments daily at 11am and 2pm. They can provide fuel, Foodbank and Foodland vouchers.
If you need help with printing, forms or filling in forms online, you can visit Red Cross and they can help.
Details
Address:
9 McKenzie Street, Ceduna SA 5690
Phone:
(08) 8625 3852
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
(Closed on weekends and public holidays)
It’s a good idea to call ahead to check service availability or to make sure support is available on the day you plan to visit.
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At the Ceduna Food Hub, people may be able to access:
Low‑cost groceries and pantry items
Fresh fruit and vegetables (often provided free with a voucher)
Meat, frozen foods, hygiene items, and basic household supplies
A supportive and respectful environment to access food assistance
Foodbank support is intended to relieve short‑term food stress and is provided through partnerships with local community organisations
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To use the Foodbank Ceduna Food Hub, a referral voucher is required. You can get a referral by contacting one of the following local services:
Centacare Catholic Country SA
📞 08 8628 7600
⏰ Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:30 am – 10:30 am and from 11:30 amOasis Church Ceduna
📞 0488 253 630
⏰ Monday to Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pmAOD Youth and Wellbeing Program (Ceduna)
📞 0427 153 243
⏰ Monday to Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pmYadu Health
📞 08 8626 2500
⏰ Monday to Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
These organisations can speak with you about your situation and, if eligible, provide a Foodbank referral voucher.
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It is a good idea to call your referral agency before visiting to make sure vouchers are available and to check opening times, as Foodbank services can be busy and availability may change.
Details
Address:
2 McKenzie Street, Ceduna
Phone:
(08) 8351 1136
Opening Hours
Monday: 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Friday: 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Closed on Tuesdays, Thursdays, weekends, and public holidays
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Services available at the Ceduna office may include:
Counselling services (individual, family, relationship, and crisis support)
Financial counselling and financial wellbeing programs
Emergency relief (short‑term practical assistance)
Domestic violence and Aboriginal family violence support
Family and relationship services
Homelessness and housing support
Mental health and wellbeing programs
Community connection and early intervention programs
Some services are free, while others may have eligibility requirements or limited availability. It is recommended to call ahead to discuss what support is suitable for your situation.
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You can self‑refer by calling or visiting the Ceduna office.
Some specialised programs may require an appointment or referral.
Staff can also help with referrals to other local services, including food relief, health care, and housing supports.
Appointments are encouraged, particularly for counselling and financial services
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If you are seeking food support referrals, financial counselling, or emergency relief, please call ahead. This can help staff prepare and reduce wait times.
Details
Address:
45 Poynton Street, Ceduna SA 5690
Phone:
(08) 8628 7600
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed on weekends and public holidays
For urgent support outside business hours, staff can advise on after‑hours crisis services.
It’s a good idea to call ahead to check service availability or to make sure support is available on the day you plan to visit.