The Victorian government is boosting wellbeing support for veterans and their families in Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay and across the state as hearings recommence at the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide.
On February 14, Minister for Veterans Shaun Leane announced the government will be providing $500,000 for veteran welfare charity Melbourne Legacy to deliver additional tailored support to the veteran community over the next 18 months.
Melbourne Legacy will run a program that assesses the wellbeing needs of veterans and their families and connects them with referral partners, such as ex-service and community organisations.
The program will also receive $500,000 worth of in-kind support from Melbourne Legacy, and will also offer a range of activities for veterans and their families including equine therapy, family days and networking events.
Mr Leane said: “The Royal Commission will be important but challenging for many veterans, and this extra funding will enable Melbourne Legacy to continue their incredible work supporting our veteran community.”
The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide is examining issues and common themes among defence members and veterans who have died by suicide or experienced mental health challenges.
The next hearings are set to be held in Sydney from Monday February 14.
Details of the services available can be found at defenceveteransuicide.royalcommission.gov.au/support
