Albury Wodonga Health, Mental Health provides a central point where a variety of information on mental health can be explored. It should not replace a consultation with an appropriately qualified Health or Medical Practitioner.
Mental health conditions are often characterised by a disturbance of thought, mood, perception and behaviour which causes distress or difficulties. Mild or sever, mental illness can make your everyday routine challenging or seem impossible.
It is a good idea to seek help early if you, or someone you know, is facing mental health challenges.
COVID-19
www.australia.gov.au COVID-19 information. Translations available.
www.health.gov.au Mental Health and COVID-19 information.
ww.smilingmind.com.au Links to mental health apps for mindfulness during COVID-19.
www.coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au Information and phone/web/online community supports.
Aboriginal Services
www.ahmrc.org.au Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW.
www.awahs.com.au Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service.
www.dardimunwurro.com.au Family violence, trauma and behaviour change information.
www.healthinfonet.ecu.edu.au Indigenous Health Bulletin / Yarning place.
www.mungabareena.org.au Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.
www.naccho.org.au National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.
www.vaccho.org.au Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.
www.wellmob.org.au Social, emotional and cultural wellbeing resources.
Alcohol and other drugs
www.acso.org.au Australian Community Services Organisation. Also, Partners in Wellbeing program
www.adf.org.au Alcohol & Drug Foundation. A- Z Glossary of terms.
www.counsellingonline.org.au Counselling on-line, alcohol and drugs.
www.directline.org.au/online-counselling Alcohol and drugs information, counselling online.
www.dualdiagnosis.org.au/home/index.php Dual diagnosis and other complex needs.
www.hellosundaymorning.org Change your relationship with alcohol.
www.gatewayhealth.org.au/services/alcohol-and-other-drugs Alcohol & Other Drug Service.
www.quit.org.au QUIT Victoria Help Line.
www.turningpoint.org.au Turning Point alcohol and other drug treatment, training and research centre.
Additional mental health resources
www.anxietyonline.org.au e-therapy for anxiety disorders.
www.cbtaustralia.com.au Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
www.cci.health.wa.gov.au Centre for Clinical Interventions (Psychology).
www.ecouch.anu.edu.au Online counselling. Australian National University.
www.headtohealth.gov.au Links to mental health resources/ apps/online forums/ phone services.
www.health.gov.au Government mental health initiatives and programs.
www.hearing-voices.org Information and links to similar networks.
www.moodgym.com.au Online self-help to learn to prevent and manage MH symptoms.
www.projectairstrategy.org Research leader in education and treatment of personality disorders.
Mental Health Organisations
www.adavic.org.au Anxiety Disorders Association of Australia.
www.arcvic.com.au Anxiety Recovery Centre, Victoria.
www.beyondblue.org Recovery focussed information for anxiety, depression and suicide.
www.bipolaraustralia.org.au Information about treatment, recovery and support.
www.blackdoginstitute.org.au Education, research, online self-help apps for mood disorders.
www.bouverie.org.au Promotes family sensitive mental health practice. A FaPMI program.
www.bpdfoundation.org.au Foundation for Borderline Personality Disorder – information.
www.directory.wayahead.org.au Mental Health Association of NSW, search for services in your area.
www.embracementalhealth.org.au Multicultural Mental Health Australia. Health translations directory.
www.imha.vic.gov.au Independent Mental Health Advocacy, Australia.
www.lgbtihealth.org.au National LGBTI Health Alliance, Australia.
www.mhvic.org.au Up to date mental health resources and web links. Translated.
www.mhca.org.au Mental Health Australia. National Peak Body. Translated.
www.nationalmentalhealthcommission.gov.au Australian Mental Health reform strategies.
www.ramhp.com.au Rural Adversity Mental Health Program. Information and website links.
www.sane.org.au SANE Australia. Raising awareness of mental health. Forums, stigma watch, etc.
www.vmiac.org.au Victorian Mental Illness Awareness Council. (Peak Body for mental health consumers).
Additional community based services
www.mindaustralia.org.au Community organisation supporting people with mental illness to live in the community.
www.wellways.org Provides community based emotional and social support for people with a mental illness.
Suicide prevention
www.areyouboggedmate.com.au Depression and suicide prevention for rural men.
www.befrienders.org Links to multi-lingual suicide prevention information.
www.betteroffwithyou.org.au Information, emergency contacts and resources for discussing suicide.
www.lifeinmindaustralia.com.au Suicide prevention initiative. Glossary of terms.
www.lifeline.org.au Website offers on-line chat for crisis support, information and referral.
www.mindframe.org.au Suicide research, data, and media reporting.
www.sosbsa.org.au Organisation formed by people bereaved by suicide.
www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au Crisis counselling 24/7 for people at risk of suicide.
www.suicidepreventionaust.org Peak body for suicide prevention in Australia.
www.youthbeyondblue.org.au Recovery focussed information for anxiety, depression and suicide.
Carer information
www.carercard.vic.gov.au Provides discounts and benefits on limited products and services in Victoria.
www.carersaustralia.com.au National Peak body– advocates at State and Service level for carer concerns.
www.carers.nsw.org.au Promotes recognition for carers and carer-inclusive policy making.
www.carersvictoria.org.au Collaborates with other carer based associations to advocate for carers.
www.carergateway.gov.au Connects carers with network of carer specific service providers Australia wide.
www.fds.org.au Australian Family Drug support.
www.health.nsw.gov.au Mental Health/services/carers/. Link to NSW Carers Recognition Act (2010).
www.healthtalkaustralia.org/carers/ Mental Health information/website links.
www.mentalhealthcarersaustralia.org.au National advocacy group for carer wellbeing/system change.
www.onedoor.org.au One Door Mental Health Service. Carer Advocates / information sessions.
www.tandemcarers.org.au Peak body for carer’s of a person with a mental illness, Victoria.
www.umfc.com.au Local Financial counselling and family support.
www.youngcarersnetwork.com.au Information and resources for people under 25yrs of age caring for parents.
www.yourhealthinmind.org RANZCP. Psychiatry explained. For carers: how to assist someone to get help.
www.carersaustralia.com.au National Peak body– advocates at State and Service level for carer concerns
www.carersnsw.org.au Promotes recognition for carers and carer-inclusive policy making.
www.carersvictoria.org.au Collaborates with other carer based associations to advocate for carers.
www.carergateway.gov.au Connects carers with network of carer specific service providers Australia wide.
www.fds.org.au Australian Family Drug support.
www.health.nsw.gov.au Mental Health/services/carers/. Link to NSW Carers Recognition Act (2010).
www.healthtalkaustralia.org/carers/ Mental Health information/website links.
www.mentalhealthcarersaustralia.org.au National advocacy group for carer wellbeing/system change.
www.onedoor.org.au One Door Mental Health Service. Carer Advocates / information sessions.
www.tandemcarers.org.au Peak body for carer’s of a person with a mental illness, Victoria.
www.umfc.com.au Local financial counselling and family support.
www.youngcarersnetwork.com.au Info and resources for people under 25yrs of age caring for parents.
Perinatal
www.cope.org.au Centre for peri-natal excellence.
www.howisdadgoing.org.au Emotional and mental health support for men.
www.panda.org.au Peri-natal anxiety and depression, Australia.
www.whatwerewethinking.org.au Common experiences and information for new parents.
www.zerotothree.org Early development and wellbeing from birth to 3 years of age.
Youth focus
www.au.reachout.com Information: every day and sensitive topics, chat, tools and apps.
www.bullyingnoway.gov.au Definitions, how to respond and prevention information.
www.headspace.org.au Focusses on supporting youth mental health and wellbeing.
www.orygen.org.au Orygen Youth Health Service. Links to policy, research and education info.
www.satellitefoundation.org.au Satellite Foundation. Wellbeing and resources for young carers.
www.beyondblue.org.au/youth Recovery focussed information for anxiety, depression and suicide.
Eating disorders
www.eatingdisorders.org.au Recovery focussed information and phone support.
www.butterfly.org.au The Butterfly Foundation. Support for eating disorders and body image.
www.nedc.com.au National Eating Disorder Collaboration. Resources and research.
Government
www.carercard.vic.gov.au Provides discounts and benefits on limited products and services in Victoria.
www2.health.vic.gov.au Nominated Person & Advance Statement/ Supported Decision Making (Victoria).
www.safewards.net Safewards Project (Victoria). Making inpatient units safer.
www2.health.vic.gov.au/VPTAS Link to Victorian Patient Transport Assistance Scheme.
www.iptaas.health.nsw.gov.au NSW Isolated Patients Travel & Accommodation Assistance.
www.mentalhealthcarersnsw.org Designated Carer / Principal Care Provider (NSW).
www.mygov.au Centrelink payments and services.
www.officialvisitorsmh.nsw.gov.au NSW Mental Health Official Visitors.
www.rdas.org.au Regional Disability Advocacy Service, Wagga, Wodonga and Wangaratta.
www.statetrustees.com.au Financial protective services, Victoria.
www.tag.nsw.gov.au Trustee (financial) & Guardianship Board NSW
General information
www.askizzy.org.au Information: accessing local housing, food, advocacy, etc. Telstra app.
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au Health information/fact sheets.
www.ifarmwell.com.au Practical advice for farmers: well-being and in a crisis.
www.ndis.gov.au National Disability Insurance Scheme information.
www.pridecentre.org.au Peak body for GLBTIQ Multicultural information.
www.rcvmhs.vic.gov.au Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System.
www.tisnational.gov.au Translating & Interpreting Service. Australian Department of Home Affairs.
www.travellersaid.org.au Practical assistance to attend medical appointments in Melbourne
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