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Help for mental health

10 August 2020
COVID-19
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There are a range of services available to help people who are feeling upset or worried during COVID-19.

COVID-19 has changed the way we live and connect with people. Change can be difficult and some people are having problems with their mental health. During times like this, it is important to know where to go for help.

With so many big changes, it is normal to feel worried, stressed, sad, tired or angry. Talking with family, friends, a health worker, GP or another a trusted person can help. 

There are also a range of services to help people who are feeling upset or worried:

Head to Health

Head to Health links to free and low cost phone and online social and emotional wellbeing services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental health organisations and includes COVID-19 specific information and support. Visit: www.headtohealth.gov.au/supporting-yourself/support-for/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-peoples.

Lifeline

Lifeline assists people who are experiencing emotional distress or going through a difficult time and need someone to talk to, visit lifeline.org.au or call 13 11 14.

Beyond Blue

Beyond Blue has established the Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service to help people through the COVID-19 pandemic.  Call 1800 512 348 or visit coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au or www.beyondblue.org.au/who-does-it-affect/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-people

Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia

Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) is producing resources to assist and with social and emotional wellbeing through this time. Visit www.gayaadhuwi.org.au for free posters.

Kids Helpline

Provides free help and support for children and young people. For more information, visit www.kidshelpline.com.au or call 1800 551 800.

Headspace

Visit headspace.org.au/home/mind-body-spirit-culture-country/ for mental health resources.

MensLine Australia

MensLine provides free support and counselling services for men. Call 1300 789 978 or visit www.mensline.org.au for more information.

Suicide Call Back Service

The Suicide Call Back Service is a free telephone support service. The service can provide immediate and follow-up counselling over the phone. The Suicide Call Back Service operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week for anyone affected by suicide. Call 1300 659 467 or visit www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au.

Find out more

More information is available at: Looking after your mental health during COVID-19 restrictions.