Satellite Foundation

Satellite Foundation A NFP connecting children & young people who have a family member with mental health challenges.

Established in 2009 in Melbourne, Satellite Foundation has evolved from over 25 years of work by many who have recognised the challenges facing families where a parent or carer experiences challenges to their mental health, including mental illness. We believe children and young people are the changemakers of the future and have enormous potential to positively influence and shape the way our soci

ety functions. Mental health challenges can have an impact on all members of the family, and this often goes unrecognised. Satellite takes a whole-of-family approach to support and sustain connections between children, their parent/s or primary caregivers and the wider community. At Satellite, we aim to nurture children and young people to realise their full potential and become more resilient to the challenges of living within a family facing mental illness or mental health challenges. Satellite puts children, young people and their lived experience at the heart of everything we do. Together we build awareness and provide a safe, inclusive space that enhances the health, wellbeing and connectedness of children, young people and their families. Satellite offers peer support in a range of in-person and online programs, workshops, activities and projects that are centred on connection. We use a combination of creativity and lived experience to work through challenges faced in the areas of mental illness, mental health challenges and social and emotional wellbeing. We work in partnership with young people and their families, available services, practitioners, similar organisations, and the wider community.

The school holidays are just around the corner, and we’ve got some exciting workshops coming up at Satellite 🎨Designed ...
03/06/2026



The school holidays are just around the corner, and we’ve got some exciting workshops coming up at Satellite 🎨

Designed for children and young people navigating family mental health challenges, our programs offer a chance to connect, express yourself creatively, and explore what’s on your mind in a safe and supportive space.

See what’s on this Winter:

👉🏽💻 Online workshops
At Home with Satellite: Sticking Together (8–11) | 29 Jun | 10:00am – 12:00pm
At Home with Satellite: Dreamboards (12–14) | 29 Jun | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Satellite Connect (18–25) | From 6 August | 5:15pm – 7:45pm

👉🏽👤 In person workshops
Create & Connect: Junkyard Jungle (8–12) | 25 Jul | 10:00am – 4:00pm
Create & Connect: Common Threads (8–12) | 8 Aug | 10:00am – 4:00pm

Refer a young person here:
https://www.satellitefoundation.org.au/whats-on/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=socials&utm_campaign=Q3_programs26&utm_content=whatson

Today marks the beginning of Pride Month 🌈, a time dedicated to celebrating LGBTIQA+ people and their history. It’s an o...
01/06/2026

Today marks the beginning of Pride Month 🌈, a time dedicated to celebrating LGBTIQA+ people and their history. It’s an opportunity to recognise and honour diversity in sexuality and identity, while continuing to promote equal rights for everyone.

We recognise the importance of creating spaces where young LGBTIQA+ people feel safe, included and supported.

At Satellite, we are committed to making sure everyone feels welcome.

We’re excited to see Satellite's, Madeleine Griffith, featured on the Embracing the Mind podcast 💛 Madeleine joined the ...
29/05/2026

We’re excited to see Satellite's, Madeleine Griffith, featured on the Embracing the Mind podcast 💛
Madeleine joined the conversation to share more about Satellite’s work supporting children and young people navigating family mental health challenges through creativity, connection and lived experience.
The episode explores everything from creativity in everyday life through to the importance of safe spaces, community and helping young people feel seen, heard and connected.
Have a listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7n6TcET8rHOf7HZRERvfPU
Stay connected. Be creative. Keep well.

Reconciliation Week is here, and we take time to reflect on its significance.Each year, from 27 May to 3 June, these dat...
27/05/2026

Reconciliation Week is here, and we take time to reflect on its significance.

Each year, from 27 May to 3 June, these dates mark two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey: the 1967 referendum and the High Court Mabo decision.

This year’s theme, All In, invites all Australians to come together and commit to reconciliation every day.

If you would like to learn more:
https://www.reconciliation.org.au/our-work/national-reconciliation-week/

National Sorry Day is a time to acknowledge the strength of Stolen Generations Survivors and the ongoing impacts of thes...
26/05/2026

National Sorry Day is a time to acknowledge the strength of Stolen Generations Survivors and the ongoing impacts of these histories.

It is an opportunity to pause, reflect and consider how we listen to and learn from the experiences of First Nations peoples, today and into the future.

For those who would like to learn more about the day and its significance, you can visit:
https://healingfoundation.org.au/stolen-generations/national-sorry-day/

25/05/2026

In June, we’re running two At Home with Satellite online workshops! ✨

These workshops are fun, creative, and designed to support children and young people navigating family mental health challenges.

Participants will receive an activity-based self-care pack by post, then join an online workshop to get creative, meet new friends, and share their experiences in a safe and supportive space.

Details Workshops

✨ At Home with Satellite: Sticking Together

Date: 29 June 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Online
Price: FREE
👉 https://www.satellitefoundation.org.au/whats-on/stickingtogether-jun26/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=socials&utm_campaign=Q3_programs26&utm_content=sticking-together

✨ At Home with Satellite: Dreamboards
Date: 29 June 2026
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Online
Price: FREE
👉https://www.satellitefoundation.org.au/whats-on/dreamboards-jun26/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=socials&utm_campaign=Q3_programs26&utm_content=dreamboards

Please refer a young person using the links above 🙌

Today is World Schizophrenia Awareness Day.Justin Heazlewood has long been an important voice in Satellite’s story, help...
24/05/2026

Today is World Schizophrenia Awareness Day.

Justin Heazlewood has long been an important voice in Satellite’s story, helping shine a light on the experiences of young people growing up alongside family mental health challenges.

In this powerful reflection, Justin draws on his personal experience growing up caring for his mother, sharing an honest and deeply human perspective on schizophrenia, stigma, recovery and the compassion people living with schizophrenia deserve.

His words are a reminder that greater understanding builds empathy, and empathy helps break down stigma.

Read Justin’s reflections on our website: https://www.satellitefoundation.org.au/resources/each-may-i-think-about-schizophrenia/

Before Satellite, every service Dee encountered felt heavy and clinical. Satellite was different.“Re-learning creativity...
21/05/2026

Before Satellite, every service Dee encountered felt heavy and clinical.

Satellite was different.

“Re-learning creativity, fun and play was so important,” Dee shares. “As young carers, things tend to be so serious most of the time.”

Learn more about Dee's story and the impact Satellite has had on her life here:

🔗 https://www.satellitefoundation.org.au/news/impactstorydee/

We couldn’t do this work without you ✨This National Volunteer Week, we recognise and celebrate all our volunteers at Sat...
19/05/2026

We couldn’t do this work without you ✨

This National Volunteer Week, we recognise and celebrate all our volunteers at Satellite - those who have contributed over the years, and those who will be joining us soon.

Your time, care and commitment make a real difference to the young people and families we support.

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22 Easey Street, Collingwood
Melbourne, VIC
3066

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+611800973444

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