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Helplines in Cocos (Keeling) Islands

DV Connect

Open 24/7

Queensland domestic, family and sexual violence support services. Three helplines: Womensline (24/7), Mensline (9am-midnight), Sexual Assault Helpline (7:30am-11:30pm). Provides safety planning, crisis counselling, emergency accommodation, referrals at no cost.

SANDS

Open 24/7

Free 24/7 support for parents, grandparents, family or friends bereaved by the loss of a pregnancy or baby. Confidential, non-judgmental peer support from people who have experienced similar loss. Now part of Red Nose network.

Peer support

This Way Up

Open 24/7

Evidence-based online CBT programs for anxiety, depression, PTSD, insomnia, chronic pain. Joint initiative of St Vincent's Hospital and UNSW. Free with GP/psychologist prescription, or $59 for instant access. Some programs (mindfulness, insomnia) always free. 80% who complete are no longer troubled by symptoms.

Medicare Mental Health

Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm AEST (excluding public holidays)

Free, confidential mental health and wellbeing support for anyone in Australia. Walk-in clinics and phone service provide advice and connection to local mental health services. No appointment, referral or Medicare card needed.

If you're in immediate danger, please call your local emergency services.

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