Your union is here for you

We can call these times we find ourselves in many things  challenging, unprecedented, anxious – and all are true. This is a public health challenge – and the solution to preventing this physical illness presents many mental health challenges.

We've compliled some contact details and resources to support you during the pandemic. You can also download this information as a pdf fact sheet.

You may be physically isolated, but you are not alone

Beyond Blue Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service:
Information, advice and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing and mental health during this time. Includes phone support, web chat and online community forum.

• Call 1800 512 348 
• Web chat support service
• Website

LifeLine: 13 11 14

Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636

MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978

ReachOut https://au.reachout.com/ 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): See your intranet for details

For members of the LGBTIQA+ community: QLIFE (open 3pm – midnight)

• Phone: 1800 184 527
• Webchat

Carers Australia: 1800 242 636

Relationships Australia: 1300 364 27

For those who need urgent assistance

Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467

1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732

DV Connect:

• Women: 1800 811 811
• Men: 1800 600 636

Emergency Services: 000

Helpful resources for coping during covid-19

• 10 ways to take care of yourself during COVID-19 – from reachout.com.au
• Smiling Mind - Free app for taking a moment to breathe and calm.
• This way up - Access free online tools and learn practical ways to protect your mental health.
• Work and your mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic – This is a great resource from Heads Up/BeyondBlue covering most aspects of stress and work in COVID-19 including working from home and losing your job. 
• Tips on how to maintain work/life balance when working from home – Black Dog Institute

Comcare resources - Coronavirus (COVID-19): Looking after your Mental Health

The following guides contain information and practical tips on a range of topics and include details for relevant support services

• Guidance for parents and carers
• The importance of physical health
• Responding to uncertainty
• Supporting others in times of uncertainty