Participant resources
Life brings challenges for us all. To help when things get difficult, we have compiled a list of high–quality resources that we hope you might find useful.
Seek further advice regarding child and family health and wellbeing healthdirect.gov.au/australian-health-services Provide information to help understand and manage health and wellbeing Resources for the public to help you stay informed and share important messages: health.gov.au/resources/collections/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-resources Help finding a psychologist to suit your needs psychology.org.au/find-a-psychologist 1800 333 497 Information and support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention 1300 224 636 Mental health resources and support Information and support for complex mental health issues 1800 187 263 Lifeline 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention 13 11 14 Mental health resources and support mq.edu.au/research/research-centres-groups-and-facilities/centres/lifespan-health-and-wellbeing Raising Children Network Information about raising children and caring for yourself as a parent or carer Tools and resources to strengthen the bonds of modern families PANDA Support the mental health and wellbeing of expecting, new and growing families panda.org.au/ 1300 726 306 A national telephone service for relationship or separation issues familyrelationships.gov.au/talk-someone/advice-line 1800 050 321 Support services and information for individuals, families, and communities 1300 364 277 Resources that help parents and carers supporting children’s mental health and reducing worry and distress
healthdirect
Better Health Channel
Department of Health
Australian Psychological Society
Beyond Blue
Black Dog Institute
SANE Australia
Emotional Health Clinic, Macquarie University
Stepfamilies Australia
Family Relationship Advice Line
Relationships Australia
Emerging Minds
Information about identifying alcohol and drug problems and treatment options betterhealth.vic.gov.au/servicesandsupport/alcohol-and-drug-services Treatment programs in Victoria health.vic.gov.au/alcohol-other-drugs 24/7 confidential online counselling Information and national hotline health.gov.au/our-work/drug-help Information and peer support programs sharc.org.au/sharc-programs/family-drug-gambling-help/ 1300 660 068 Confidential counselling and referral in Victoria 1800 888 236 Peak body for specialist family services that provide support for victim survivors in Victoria 24/7 family violence response centre for anyone in Victoria Confidential information, counselling and support services 1800 737 732 Information for senior Victorians Information on programs and services health.vic.gov.au/ageing-and-aged-care Payments and services for people retiring or accessing aged care. Help for people who care for older Australians servicesaustralia.gov.au/ageing Free tools, tips and guidance to be in control of your financial life Financial support to help manage debt and make good financial decisions. Immediate help if you’re in financial hardship Financial support if you’re in financial hardship | myGov Talk to a financial counsellor 1800 007 007 Managing financial stress and improving finances, tools and support services toolkit.lifeline.org.au/topics/financial-stress/what-is-financial-stress
Better Health Channel
Department of Health
Turning Point
National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline
Self Help Addiction Resource Centre (sharc)
Direct Line
Safe and Equal / Domestic Violence Resource Centre Victoria
Safe Steps
1800 Respect
Seniors Online
Victorian Department of Health
Australian Government – Ageing
Moneysmart
MyGov
National Debt Helpline
Lifeline
