Additional crisis resources
Additional crisis resources
The following services are also available for crisis support.
1800RESPECT
National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service
A free 24/7 telephone and online counselling service for anyone experiencing sexual, domestic and family violence.
Fighting Fit
Department of Defence Joint Health Command ADF Health & Wellbeing Portal
Information on ADF Health and Mental Health services and supports, as well as referencing a number of reputable external resources.
IGADF Afghanistan Inquiry and Report
Welfare and support services are available to serving and former Australian Defence Force or Australian Public Service personnel impacted by the IGADF Afghanistan Inquiry and Report
DVA free mental health care for veterans
Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Information about how to access DVA’s free non-liability mental health care for any current or ex-serving defence member.
DVA Veteran Mental Health Support Services
Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Information and links to mental health supports and services for veterans and their families.
Ex-service organisations
Information and links to find ex-service organisations.
Headspace
An online paid subscription service that teaches users the essentials of meditation and mindfulness with the aim to reduce stress, improve health and happiness.
Head to Health
This site brings together apps, online programs, online forums, and phone services, as well as a range of digital information resources, to help users to find mental health services right for them.
Kids Helpline
Free and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.
MensLine Australia
Free and confidential telephone and online counselling service for men with emotional health and relationship concerns.
Relationships Australia
Provides links to state and territory based organisations to assist with relationships.
Soldier On
Provides support to current and ex-serving personnel and their families relating to health and wellbeing services, employment programs, learning opportunities and participation activities.
Defence Family Helpline
The Defence Family Helpline is available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.
Provides support and information for defence members and their families from qualified human services professionals, including social workers and psychologists.