Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
Online support and resources
Support and Resources
24/7 crisis support. National crisis support line for mob who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping.
Resources
Information and resources for members of the Stolen Generation and their families.
Thirrili
Resources
Provides emotional and practical support to communities impacted by a loss from suicide or other fatal critical incidents.
Resources
National peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional wellbeing, mental health, and suicide prevention.
Support
Phone support for Aboriginal men who need someone to talk to about relationship issues, family violence, parenting, drug and alcohol issues or who are struggling to cope for other reasons
Resources
Information and resources about social and emotional wellbeing for those working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Manual
Resources
Collection of practical resources and tools to promote positive mental health and social emotional wellbeing. Designed by The Centre of Best Practice in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Suicide Prevention.
Take a Step
Resources and Support
Information and resources on different topics to support the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people. Created by headspace.
Resources
Wellmob offers online resources made by, and for, mob. Find websites, apps, podcasts, videos and supports, all with a focus on social and emotional wellbeing.
Resource
Easy to use app that helps with identifying goals and actions that can improve wellbeing. Use the app with your GP, nurse, Aboriginal Health Worker or other community worker.
Local support
Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services
Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service provide primary health care services initiated and operated by the local Aboriginal community to deliver holistic, comprehensive, and culturally appropriate health care.
For help finding an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service near you, visit the Aboriginal Medical Service Alliance (AMSANT)
Community Based Mental Health Services for Aboriginal People
Community based mental health services support individuals and carers with emerging or present mental health issues. They can also help with issues of addiction, relationships, grief, domestic violence; and housing or financial hardship.
To find a community based mental health service
General Practitioner (GP) or doctor
A good place to start if you’re struggling with your mental health and looking for support is your local General Practitioner (GP), also known as a doctor.
To find a GP
