Satellite Connect

Established in 2009 in Melbourne, Satellite is a not-for-profit organisation that has evolved from over 25 years of work by many who have recognised the challenges facing families where a parent or primary caregiver has a mental illness.

Satellite Connect provides opportunities for young people anywhere in Australia to be heard and the power of their experiences to be shared through a supported and positive platform.

Satellite Connect is primarily an online 6-week program for young people to meet, interact and collaborate with others who may share similar experiences. Each week covers a different topic including self-care, communication, mental health and mental health stigma. At the conclusion of the 6 weeks, all participants are invited to a weekend retreat.

This program is available to any young person, aged 17- 23 years old, across Australia whose parent or primary carer has a mental illness.

This is a free service.