Drop-In provides a safe and welcoming space for Forgotten Australians.

 

Visit us at 1/8 Bromham Place, Richmond on Drop-In days to:

  • connect, support each other and share stories together
  • access free laundry facilities, computers and our library
  • have a cup of tea or coffee, as well as breakfast, lunch and snacks
  • join other service users from 12pm on Fridays, for a sit-down lunch and a catch-up
  • meet face-to-face with staff to talk about any support needs you may have
  • participate in activities such as walking groups and art therapy programs.

 

Drop-In operating hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

Open Place also runs activities throughout the week and provides a range of other services by appointment between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Please click on the green tiles at the bottom of this page or contact us to find out more.

Where we are

1/8 Bromham Place, Richmond, Victoria 3121

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Getting here

By tram

Take the route 109 or 42 tram to Victoria Street, the 78 or 79 tram along Church Street or the 48 or 75 along Bridge Road.

By train

The 2 closest train stations are West Richmond and North Richmond.

Use the Public Transport Victoria online journey planner

More about our services

Records searches and family reunions

Our Records, Find & Connect team can support you to access records from your time ‘in care’ and to search for family members.

Health support

Open Place receives annual funding from the Victorian Government to support Forgotten Australians in meeting costs related to your health needs.

National Redress Scheme support

Free support for Forgotten Australians who are applying for, or thinking of applying for, redress through the National Redress Scheme.

Counselling

Talk privately with a trained professional who can listen, offer support, advice, and share new ways of thinking about any challenges that you’re facing.

Coordinated support

We provide information, referral, casework and advocacy to help Forgotten Australians to improve your health and wellbeing.

Social support groups

Join our monthly meet-ups to talk about shared interests and take part in group activities and events designed to support your health and wellbeing.

Community education

We are committed to raising community awareness about the challenges faced by Forgotten Australians, with the aim of improving your access to services.

Events and activities

Upcoming Drop-In activities and other events for Forgotten Australians organised by Open Place.