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Information for community services - coronavirus (COVID-19)

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) resources for workers in the community services, disability, alcohol and other drugs, and housing and homelessness sectors.

COVIDSafe Settings are now in place across Victoria. More information.

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Community services - all sector

See coronavirus (COVID-19) plans and guidance for the community services sector.

Disability services sector

Read about coronavirus (COVID-19) advice, directions and support for the disability sector.

Children, youth and family services

Find information to support people who work with children, young people and families during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Community inclusion

View advice about community inclusion during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander communities

Resources to support Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander Controlled Community Organisations.

Housing and homelessness

Learn about coronavirus (COVID-19) housing and homelessness resources.

Aged care sector

Coronavirus (COVID-19) resources and information for the aged care sector.

Victorian health service guidance and response to COVID-19 risks

Guidance for health services to respond to changing COVID-19 transmission risks in the community.

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