Mental Health Support

Resources

By Need -  Alcohol & Addiction Supports

Support to make change, for individuals and families.
Free, confidential help to reduce harm or manage addiction, whether you’re seeking support for yourself or someone you care about. Includes self-assessment tools and options for rural and regional communities.

Alcohol and Drug Information and Support Services (ADIS)

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Free, confidential support services for alcohol and other drug concerns, available 24/7 in most states. Contact numbers and info vary by state.

National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline

  1800 250 015
A national online resource providing alcohol, drugs, sexual health, and mental health information tailored to LGBTIQ+ communities. Offers harm reduction strategies, support options, and links to culturally safe services.

Family Drug Support

  1300 368 186
Support for families dealing with drug and alcohol use in loved ones. 24/7

Alcohol & Drug Foundation

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  adf.org.au
 Australia's leading alcohol and drug education organisation. Includes fact sheets, workplace tools, and prevention strategies.

Turning Point 

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  turningpoint.org.au
As Australia's leading national addiction treatment, training and research centre, Turning Point seeks to transform the way society provides treatment, specialist care and support for those affected by addiction. Offers self-assessments and pathways to treatment.

Sober in the Country

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A national grassroots movement supporting rural and remote Australians to reduce or quit alcohol. Offers a "Bush Tribe" online peer support group.

BreakThrough for Families

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BreakThrough offers free online sessions and practical strategies to support families affected by a loved one’s alcohol or drug use. Developed by Turning Point and Banyule Community Health, it helps families understand substance use, improve communication, set boundaries, and access support.

Hello Sunday Morning

  App based and online
Offers behaviour change support to help people take a break or reduce alcohol use. The free Daybreak app provides anonymous peer support and access to health coaches, backed by research and health professionals.

National Gambling Helpline / Gambling Help

 1800 858 858
Free, confidential 24/7 support for anyone affected by gambling harm — including individuals, families, and friends. Offers phone and online counselling, self-help tools, financial counselling, and community education.
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