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6 June, 2025
Caboolture’s $5.3M service
A new $5.3 million mental health support service is opening in Caboolture to help young Queenslanders aged 16 to 21 who are struggling to live independently due to mental ill-health.
The Caboolture Youth Residential Rehabilitation Service will provide 24/7 care and long-term psychosocial support in a home-like environment. Young people can stay at the facility for up to 12 months while they receive assistance tailored to their individual recovery journeys.
The residence includes four single bedrooms and shared communal spaces such as a kitchen, living room, and garden areas, with overnight accommodation for staff.
This new facility forms part of the Queensland Government’s Easier Access to Health Services Plan, which is focused on expanding youth mental health services across the state.
Mind Australia, a leading provider of community-based psychosocial services, will operate the Caboolture facility in partnership with Metro North Hospital and Health Service, delivering both therapeutic support and clinical interventions.
Minister for Health and Ambulance Services, Tim Nicholls, said the new service would make a significant difference in the lives of young people in the Caboolture and Redcliffe communities.
“This crucial new service will set up young people to live independent and fulfilling lives in their community,” he said.
“Making sure young Queenslanders can get specialist support and care close to home and when they need it will ensure they can live happier and healthier lives.”
Assistant Minister for Mental Health, Donna Kirkland, highlighted the innovative nature of the service.
“This initiative offers long-term, community-based residential mental health care for young Queenslanders to recover from mental illness in a safe, home-like environment,” she said.
Mind Australia CEO Gill Callister said the service would help young people build vital life skills at a critical stage in their development.
“By supporting young people to develop key life skills, they can prevent life-long mental health challenges,” she said.
“This important service will benefit young people in the Caboolture region as well as their families, carers, and supporters. We commend the Queensland Government for making this service possible.”
