Mental health support services available to help

11 April 2017

Flood Support Line set up – 1300 137 934

A range of mental health support services are being offered to assist those affected by the floods and Council is encouraging community members to look out for their friends and neighbours in such difficult times.

Many Tweed residents are starting the long road to recovery after damage to their home, property or business.

The stress, trauma and emotional impact of events like a flood can leave people at a higher risk of developing depression or anxiety.

The North Coast Primary Health Network (NCPHN) and the Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSW LHD) have launched free health services as part of a $100,000 emergency relief funding package.

This package includes:

  • Centralised phone number to connect people to the right care:1300 137 934
  • Access to free mental health services
  • No referral needed
  • In-person and telephone counselling available
Anyone seeking mental health support is urged to phone 1300 137 934 between 8am – 6pm Monday to Friday. People calling this number will be quickly directed to the most appropriate service to meet their individual needs.

Outside of these times, people should call one of the existing support lines below:

  • Lifeline: 13 11 14
  • Mental Health Access Line: 1800 011 511
  • Beyondblue Support Service: 1300 224 636
  • Kids Help Line: 1800 551 800
To access a PDF flyer about the Mental Health Flood Support Line click here.

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