(02) 9639 0055 Helpful Links & Resources
Alzheimer’s Australia
Australia’s peak body providing support and advocacy for people living with dementia.
Beyondblue
Australian organization working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and related disorders.
Black Dog Institute
Information on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder.
Headspace (Australia)
The National Youth Mental Health Foundation – helping young people going through a tough time.
Healthinsite
Australian Government site that aims to provide easy access to quality health information.
Lifeline
Crisis support, suicide prevention and mental health support services.
Mental Health Australia
Peak body representing and promoting the interests of the Australian mental health sector.
National Mental Health Consumer and Carer Forum
Providing a voice for consumers and carers.
Mental Health in Multicultural Australia
A government-funded project to provide a national focus for advice and support to providers and governments on mental health and suicide prevention for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. Useful resources:
Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia
National network of services providers, working alongside individuals and families affected by serious mental illness. Useful resources: Well Ways Fact Sheets.
Reach Out
Online mental health service especially for young Australians
SANE Australia
Charity aiming to help Australians affected by mental illness lead a better life – through campaigning, education and research. Useful resources: Information.
Suicide Prevention Australia
Peak body for suicide prevention in Australia. Useful resources: Get help.
Kids HelpLine (5-25yrs) – 1800 551 800
Salvation Army 24hr Care Line – 1300 363 622
