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Miinggi Gilinggal – ‘Young Heart’ in the Gumbaynggirr language
A home where seeds are planted, hope takes root, and every young person is empowered to grow
Located in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Miinggi Gilinggal is a youth residential rehabilitation program offering a safe and supportive environment for young people ready to make positive changes.
Our 12-week residential program provides:
- 24/7 staff support in a stable, secure setting
- holistic rehabilitation, including psychoeducation sessions, group counselling, 1:1 therapeutic sessions and individually tailored interventions
- aftercare support to help young people stay on track.
Through our program, participants are supported to:
- enhance social and emotional wellbeing
- improve their life skills and interpersonal skills
- receive guidance into their community.
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At Miinggi Gilinggal, we believe in the strength and resilience of young people. With the right support, young hearts can heal, grow, and thrive.
FAQs about this service
The program runs for 12 weeks. Young people entering from community complete a 1-week detox, prior to commencing the 12-week program. All young people are provided with 12 weeks of Aftercare support, regardless of when they exit the program.
Miinggi Gilinggal can accept referrals from Youth Justice NSW, Aboriginal Legal Service and Youth On Track, for young people living in NSW. However, if a young person is not engaged with any of these services, please contact us to chat about the specific situation and we can explore options with you.
Young people aged 13-18, who live in NSW and have had some contact with the youth justice system.
Miinggi Gilinggal is located on Gumbaynggirr Country in Coffs Harbour.
Phone: 02 4782 2006 (monitored during business hours Monday – Friday)
Mobile: 0474 035 526 (monitored 24 hours a day by a Support Worker)
Email: coffsharbouryouthresidential@liveslivedwell.org.au
