A free online library of translated health and wellbeing information from trusted Australian sources, including mental health.
Audience: Practitioners
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Free Interpreting Service for allied health
Some private allied health workers, including psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists and registered counsellors, can get free interpreters if they work in an approved local government area and the client is eligible for Medicare.
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Medical Practitioners’ Priority Line (TIS National)
A priority phone line so GPs and specialists in private practice can get a free interpreter for Medicare-rebatable appointments. Practice nurses and reception staff can use it too. The doctor needs a TIS client code.
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FASSTT network
A national network of eight specialist services, one in each state and territory, that help people from refugee backgrounds recover from torture and trauma. Use it to find the service in your state.
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Queensland Transcultural Mental Health Centre (QTMHC)
A statewide Queensland service for people of all ages from multicultural backgrounds. It offers mental health advice, assessment and support, with access to more than 100 bicultural workers. You, your family or a service can refer.
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Mental Health Emergency Response Line (WA)
A 24/7 phone line for people in the Perth metro and Peel areas having a mental health crisis. Family, carers and health workers can also call.
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Access Mental Health (ACT)
A free 24/7 phone line in the ACT for mental health triage and assessment. Anyone can call, including family, friends and GPs.