The national counselling, information and support service for anyone affected by domestic, family or sexual violence, and for people supporting them. Call, text, chat or video call, any time.
Toolkit category: Talk to someone
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Rainbow Door
A free helpline for LGBTIQA+ Victorians and their friends and family, giving information, support and referrals. You can call or text.
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QLife
Free peer support by phone or webchat for LGBTIQ+ people who want to talk about sexuality, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships. Staff and volunteers are LGBTIQ+ themselves.
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healthdirect helpline (1800MEDICARE)
Talk to a registered nurse any time, day or night, about any health worry. They can tell you whether to see a GP, manage at home or go to hospital, and may arrange a call or video call from a GP.
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Medicare Mental Health Check In
A free service for people aged 16 and over who are starting to feel down, anxious or overwhelmed. After a phone assessment you get online programs, with phone or video check-ins from a trained practitioner.
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Medicare Mental Health Centres
Walk-in centres where anyone can get free mental health and wellbeing support. You do not need a referral, appointment or Mental Health Treatment Plan.
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Medicare Mental Health phone service
Call to talk with a trained professional or peer worker who will help you work out what support you need and connect you to local services. This is not a crisis line.