Asylum Refugee Services

The Salvation Army Asylum Seeker and Refugee Service (known as The Salvation Army Migrant and Refugee Service until 2010) located in Brunswick, Melbourne, has been helping people seeking asylum with emergency relief, material aid, casework, chaplaincy and employment support since July 2010.  
 
This specialised service of The Salvation Army is specially designed to deliver crucial support to people living in the community on asylum seeker bridging visas. Assistance provided can include shopping gift cards for emergency relief, as well as necessities such as food, clothing, hygiene packs and household items for individuals or families seeking help. 

Each year, hundreds of asylum seekers visit our service in Brunswick for emergency relief — items such as vouchers, clothing and material aid. Along with providing basic necessities to those vulnerable and facing disadvantage, we also offer casework services.  
 

Our aim 

We work with vulnerable individuals and families, to help them find sustainable solutions to their challenges, and consequently, our caseworkers are instrumental in achieving this goal. 
 
Along with providing basic necessities to those who are experiencing financial hardship we also offer casework services.
 
Below are some of the services and support offered at our site:

Who is eligible for our services? 

• People seeking asylum within the geographical boundaries of northern & western suburbs of Melbourne
• People in community detention or on bridging visas
• People living with no or minimal income 

 
If you have any questions about your eligibility, please feel free to give us a call at 9384 8333.

Appointments 

If you have questions or would like to book an appointment with our service, please call us on 9384 8333 between 9am and 3pm.

Volunteer with us 

Volunteering is a great way to become part of a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about creating positive change in the world. By investing your time, skills, and resources, you can have a real impact on the communities you care about.

As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills, and gain valuable experience that can benefit you both personally and professionally. Moreover, volunteering is a rewarding experience that allows you to see the fruits of your labour every day. You will have the satisfaction of knowing that you are making a real difference in the world and helping those who need it most.

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Asylum Seeker and Refugee Service, please email Karen Elkington to express your interest.

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Donations are crucial to the services and support we provide at the Asylum seeker and Refugee Service. Individuals and organizations such as schools, childcare centres, neighbourhood houses, and other Salvos services and programs partner with us to ensure we can provide material aid assistance to those seeking assistance.

What we accept

Our service operates under The Salvation Army Doorways program, providing case management and specialised emergency relief such as food vouchers, Salvos Stores vouchers and public transport costs and more. We can also provide material aid, such as clothing, toiletries, food parcels and, at Christmas time, toys and gifts for children.