This lockdown has been especially hard for many of us with new and harsher restrictions enforced. We want to reach out to you and ask how you are doing during this time and encourage you to check in with others on how they are going.
Today is a reminder about having meaningful conversation and staying connected with others. It is OK to not be OK all the time. Words have power and talking with someone is an impactful reminder that you are thinking about them and you are not alone.
Your mental health is just as important as your physical wellbeing. Self care starts with reaching out.
A list of support lines can be found here:
Beyond Blue 1800 51 23 48
Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service
Lifeline Australia 13 11 14
Online resources, phone counselling, text chat and web chat
Domestic Violence Line 1800 65 64 63
The NSW Domestic Violence Line provides counselling and referrals to women experiencing domestic and family violence
1800RESPECT 1800 73 77 32
Trained counsellors to help guide you if you have experienced or are experiencing sexual, domestic or family violence
Suicide Callback Service 1300 65 94 67
National 24/7 telehealth provider that offers free professional phone and online counselling for people living in Australia
Individual websites:
Online resources and online clinic
Online courses to improve mental health
Online personalised self-help tool designed by Blackdog
24/7 support, programs and e-therapists
Free online clinic, resources, and courses
Run by Macquarie University, free online mental health courses
If you’d like a chat or need a ear to listen from someone in our industry, we encourage you to give Kevin O’Shea on 0425 273 200 a call.
Further support services may be found here.