Support services
Financial difficulty can affect more than your finances. There are people you can talk to and services that can help.
Whether you’re working with us or simply looking for somewhere to turn, these national and Queensland services offer practical support. You don’t need to wait until things become overwhelming to reach out.
Contact PaulFinancial and small business support
Help with personal and business debts, financial counselling and resolving complaints about financial services.
National Debt Helpline
Free, independent and confidential financial counselling to help you work through personal debts and understand your options.
Small Business Debt Helpline
Free, independent and confidential financial counselling for small business owners and sole traders experiencing financial difficulty.
Small Business Financial Counselling Service Southern Queensland
Free, impartial and confidential support for eligible small businesses facing financial hardship. Help with cash flow, debt negotiations, business viability and wellbeing.
Small Business Support North Queensland
Free, confidential and impartial financial counselling and wellbeing support for small business owners in North Queensland. Help with debt, business finances, planning and disaster recovery.
Salvation Army Moneycare
Free financial counselling to help you manage debts, bills and financial pressure. Call to arrange an appointment, including services on the Sunshine Coast.
Australian Financial Complaints Authority AFCA
Free, independent help to resolve complaints about banks, insurers, super funds and other financial firms. Raise the issue with the firm first; contact AFCA if it remains unresolved.
Mental health and emotional support
Financial pressure can affect your wellbeing and relationships. Talking to someone can help.
Lifeline
Someone to listen when you’re feeling overwhelmed or experiencing a crisis.
Beyond Blue
Free, confidential counselling and mental health support if you’re feeling anxious, depressed or going through a difficult time.
MensLine Australia
Free professional counselling for men experiencing relationship difficulties, family concerns, stress or mental health challenges.
Domestic violence and family support
Specialist services can help you talk through safety concerns and find support for you and your family.
1800RESPECT
Confidential counselling, information and support for people affected by domestic, family or sexual violence, and people supporting them.
SunnyKids
Support for children and families experiencing domestic and family violence or hardship, including counselling, family support and women’s and children’s refuge accommodation.
Legal support
Find legal information, advice and local services. Eligibility and the types of matters each service can assist with vary.
Suncoast Community Legal Service
Free legal advice and referrals for Sunshine Coast residents. Contact the service or use its online booking form to request an appointment.
Legal Aid Queensland
Free legal information over the phone, with legal advice and representation available for eligible people and matters.
Community Legal Centres Australia
Find a community legal service in your state or territory. The national body directs you to local services; it does not provide legal advice directly.
Food, housing and practical assistance
Support with immediate needs, finding somewhere to stay and connecting with services nearby.
Everyday Foundation
Practical help for people in urgent financial hardship, including food vouchers, hampers and other assistance. You can contact the team directly to request support.
IFYS
Housing and homelessness services for individuals, young people and families, including outreach and supported accommodation. Access depends on the program and availability.
Ask Izzy
A free, anonymous directory to help you find nearby food, accommodation, money help, counselling and other essential services.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support
Services offering crisis support, health care, family wellbeing and legal assistance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
13YARN
Free, confidential and culturally safe crisis support from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporters.
Mob Link Institute for Urban Indigenous Health
Connects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with health and wellbeing services, including telehealth, transport to medical appointments and help accessing community support.
REFOCUS
Culturally informed family and wellbeing support, including help with financial stress, budgeting and families at risk of homelessness. Programs and services vary by location.
ATSILS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (Qld)
Culturally appropriate legal assistance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across civil, family and criminal law.
Hospital accommodation
Help for patients, families and carers who need to stay near a Sunshine Coast hospital.
Wishlist
Affordable accommodation near Sunshine Coast University Hospital and Nambour Hospital for patients, families and carers who need to stay close to treatment.
These services are provided by independent organisations. Availability, eligibility and fees vary. Contact details checked October 2026.
You don’t have to work through it alone.
Whether you need practical guidance or someone to listen, reaching out can be a helpful place to start.