Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people can be more susceptible to poor mental health and suicide due to discrimination, economic and social disadvantage, and the ongoing trauma or impact of past events and policies. Connecting to land, culture, spirituality, family, and community can help support strong mental health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

Online support

Find information and resources for members of the Stolen Generation and their families

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This is a social and emotional wellbeing self-help app for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians aged 15 years and over.

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Thirrili

Thirrili provides emotional and practical support to families impacted by a loss from suicide or other traumatic event.

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Here you'll find information and resources about social and emotional wellbeing

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Manual of resources for suicide prevention

The Manual is a collection of practical resources and tools that people can use to promote positive mental health and social emotional wellbeing, and prevent suicide in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

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Discover links to support services and resources from the national Indigenous social and emotional wellbeing, mental health and suicide prevention leadership body. 

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Wellmob offers online resources made by, and for, mob. Here you will find websites, apps, podcasts, videos, social media, and online counselling all with a focus on social and emotional wellbeing. 

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This is an easy-to-use app that helps you identify goals and actions that can improve your welbeing. You can use the app with your GP, nurse, Aboriginal Health Worker or other community worker. 

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13YARN  

This services provide crisis support 24/7 to yarn with you without judgement and provide a confidential, culturally safe space to yarn about your needs, worries or concerns. 

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Local support

Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services

Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service provide primary health care services initiated and operated by the local Aboriginal community to deliver holistic, comprehensive, and culturally appropriate health care.

For help finding an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service near you, visit the Aboriginal Medical Service Alliance (AMSANT)

Visit AMSANT

Community Based Mental Health Services for Aboriginal People

Community based mental health services support individuals and carers with emerging or present mental health issues. They can also help with issues of addiction, relationships, grief, domestic violence; and housing or financial hardship.

To find a community based mental health service

Visit NTCOSS

General Practitioner (GP) or doctor

A good place to start if you’re struggling with your mental health and looking for support is your local General Practitioner (GP), also known as a doctor. 

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