DHS

Code Blue

Code Blue is active in multiple regions. Phone Homeless Connect SA on 1800 003 308

More information on SA.GOV.AU

Homelessness Week - from 4 to 10 Aug 2025

How you can get involved and help

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Social Impact grants now open

Up to $10,000 to eligible organisations for short-term projects that encourage and support

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Ageism takes away older people’s rights and can lead to abuse or mistreatment

Older people deserve respect, safety, and freedom from ageism.

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First DHS Suicide Prevention Action Plan released

Working together to help prevent suicide for those we support

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Volunteering Strategy for South Australia Action Plan 2025–2027

Concrete steps for the next 3 years of volunteering

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Empowering young people to recognise sexual violence

Social media highlights the importance of consent and respect

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At the Department of Human Services (DHS), we're dedicated to enhancing South Australians' lives by promoting inclusion, independence, community support and modern services.

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How we help

We offer a wide range of services and resources designed to aid individuals, families, communities and non-government organisations (NGO) in South Australia.

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About us

We lead the development of policy to ensure our programs and services are appropriate, modern and effective in meeting the needs of South Australians.