Helpful Website & Support Lines
BeyondBlue
Information about Mental Health – an enormous vault of helpful information, including signs, symptoms and treatments
24/7 services, including interpreters for ESL callers
HeadsUp
Information specifically designed to help businesses and their employees
Headspace
Help specifically designed for 12 to 25-years old
Online chat 7 days a week 9am – 1am (Melbourne time)
HealthDirect
Online resources –government-funded
24-hour advice
Black Dog Institute
Lots of information online plus free resources especially designed for schools
PANDA
Post and Antenatal Depression Association
For new or expecting mums and dads, information about anxiety and depression
Mon – Fri, 9am – 7.30pm (AEST/AEDT)
The Butterfly Foundation
For those with eating disorders and body image concerns
7 days a week 8am to midnight
Counselling OnLine
For people affected by alcohol or drugs
Online chat available 24/7
24-hour phone help available, organised by states
Sands
For people dealing with the death of a baby
1800Respect
For help after sexual assault or experiencing domestic violence or abuse
24/7 support
Mensline
Help for men, covering a variety of issues
24/7 support is available
Carer Gateway
For people caring for others - funded by the Department of Social Services – providing support and information
Monday to Friday. 8 AM to 6 PM
Lifeline
Information about Mental Health – an enormous vault of helpful information, including signs, symptoms and treatments
24-hour support
