Mental Health Information and Support

‘From the 2020–2022 National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing it is estimated that: 8.5 million Australians (43% of the population) had experienced a mental illness at some time in their life' (Australian Government: Australian Institue of Health and Welfare).

The list below provides information on some of the organisations that provide mental health services in Australia.

MATES in Construction: a helpline is available 24/7 on 1300 642 111.
Visit the website: www.mates.org.au

Lifeline Australia offers 24/7 crisis support on 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14

This is a Conversation Starter: TIACS is a professional, free text and call counselling service offering mental health support to Australia’s blue collar community. Call or text Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
0488 846 988
www.tiacs.org

Rural Aid: call 1300 17 55 94. Visit the website at www.ruralaid.org.au

Suicide Call Back Service provides 24/7 phone and online counselling to people affected by suicide, eg anyone feeling suicidal or anyone who is caring for someone who is feeling suicidal. Call 1300 659 467.

Beyond Blue offers information and support on depression, anxiety, and related issues. Call 1300 22 4636 or chat online: www.beyondblue.org.au

Headspace is specifically for young people aged 12-25 and their families, offering online and phone support. Call 1800 650 890 or chat online:
headspace.org.au

MensLine Australia: support for Australian men through telephone and online counselling.
Call 1300 789 978
mensline.org.au

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