Bush Support Services (as part of CRANAplus) provides mental health services for remote health workers and their families. The Bush Support Line is a free, confidential, Australia-wide telephone counselling and support service, staffed by nine registered psychologists.
Services provided
- Telephone helpline
- Self-care workshops
- Online conflict management course
- Online mental health and wellbeing resources
- Competitions and projects
<h2>Eligibility</h2><p>Available to remote health workers and their families anywhere in Australia</p>
Costs
- Calls to the 1800 number are free
- Calls from mobile phones may be charged at a higher rate
- Calls from mobile phones to the Bush Support Line can be returned at the caller’s request.
Website
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CommonwealthTip
- Repeat callers are able to speak to the same psychologist if they wish.
Important
For crisis counselling, call:
- Lifeline 13 11 14 (Australia-wide)
- Mensline 1300 78 99 78
- Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800