Health and wellbeing support

It is normal to experience a range of physical, mental, emotional and behavioural reactions following an emergency or distressing event.

There are many supports available to assist you and your family.

Basic needs
Wellbeing support services
  • Lifeline – 13 11 14 – crisis support available 24/7 via phone, text or online chat
  • Parentline – 13 22 89 – support for parents and carers
  • Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 – support for kids, teens and young adults
  • NURSE-ON-CALL – 1300 60 60 24 – expert health information and advice
  • Australian Psychological Society Referral Service – 1800 333 497
  • Safe Steps – 1800 015 188 – family violence specialists available 24/7
  • Orange Door –1800 512 359 – access services for adults, children and young people who are experiencing family violence.  www.orangedoor.vic.gov.au
    57 View Street, Bendigo 3552, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (closed public holidays).
Online Resources