This page has content sourced from ESO’s such as the RSL, Mates 4 Mates etc. for your information.
Info from DVA re changes to Allied Health from July 2027 are listed at the following Links : www.dva.gov.au/about-us/publications/budgets/budget-2026-27/changes-for-allied-health-from-july-2027
or
www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/sites/default/files/2026-05/budget-2026-27-health-and-disability-5.pdf
Crisis and Community Support: For immediate help in a crisis, please contact one of the following services.
- Triple Zero (000) – Police, Ambulance , Fire & Rescue, for life threatening or emergency situations.
- Contact your nearest Emergency Department – if you need medical assistance or urgent support.
- Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467. 24hr counselling service for suicide prevention and mental health.
- Open Arms – 1800 011 046. 24hr mental health support for Navy, Army & Air Force Personnel, Veterans and their Families. Free and confidential national counselling service for Australian Veterans and their Families, provided through Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA).
- Defence Member and Family Helpline – 1800 624 608. 24hr service providing a range of practical and emotional support programs for families facing emergency or crisis.
- Defence All-hours Support Line– 1800 628 036. 24hr service for ADF members and their families with help to access ADF or civilian mental health services.
Note: The following links have been included as they proved useful to a couple of our members in the past. Have a look they may help you or pass the information onto someone you know who is in need of assistance.
- The following link to ‘Cor Infinitus’ covers assistance available for family who have been affected by a service member committing suicide. Cor Infinitus
- The following link provided by Alex Seizovic gives some background information on “Bravery Trust” – Financial Support for veterans and their families. Click on Link Bravery Trust