TYSS provides general youth support services including the provision of information, referral, advice, assessment and case management
TYSS covers all communities located within the Townsville Region
TYSS supports young people who are aged 12-21 years old (and younger siblings 8 years and over) that are experiencing any of the below:
- Homeless or at risk of homelessness
- Wanting help for drugs, alcohol or other substances (eg. sniffing)
- Having problems with family at home
- Not in school, training or employment
- Harming themselves
TYSS staff can support by assisting young people to achieve their goals, connect with family and community and also encourage them to make healthy lifestyle choices. Our staff can also assist by engaging in education and or training programs and possibly assist with employment pathway options. One-on-one support is provided, with 24/7 on call support to give advocacy for each young person, with further assistance of information and advice and transport to and from appointments.
Referrals are accepted from the young person themselves, schools, NGOs, police and family members.
For assistance with the referral process please email staff directly on the email below
The program is funded by the Queensland Government Department of Child Safety, Youth and Women.
Open Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Address: 10-16 Peel Street, Garbutt 4814 (access via Lonerganne Street)
For all enquiries please call: 07 4759 4028
Email : TYSSinfo@taihs.net.au.
