Staying Safe

Mental Health Emergencies: 
If you (or someone you care about) are thinking about harming yourself or someone else and need immediate help, call 000
OR
Mental Health Triage, Information, Assessment and Referral 24/7 - check by residential suburb for the phone number

Care in Mind    1300 096  269

Free phone and online counselling 24/7 for people living, working or studying in Melbourne’s northern, central and western suburbs

Suicide Call Back      1300 659  467 

Free phone and online counselling from qualified professionals 24/7 if you are feeling suicidal, are worried about or caring for someone who is/may be suicidal or if you have lost someone to suicide

Head to Health 1800 595 212

Free mental health services provided by the Australian Government

1800 RESPECT

Support, information and confidential counselling for those who are impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence, 24/7.
Call, text, online chat and video call, plus information on their webpage

Switchboard

Support services  and information connecting  the LGBTQIA+ community
Including the Rainbow Door, 10am-5pm 7 days, 1800 729 367, phone, email and sms support

Kids Helpline  1800 551 800 

Phone support and self-help options 24/7

Beyond Blue  1300 224 636 

Call or chat with a counsellor 24/7  

Lifeline. 13 11 14

Call, chat or text 24/7