Queensland Crisis & Support Numbers

When the weight of caregiving becomes overwhelming, or in moments of immediate crisis, fast access to reliable support is essential. Please know that you do not have to handle these moments alone. This page provides a clear, vital list of Queensland’s essential 24/7 crisis, mental health, and support numbers.

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EMERGENCY

In case of emergency please call triple 000

Emergency line – Police, Fire and Ambulance

000

MENTAL HEALTH & SUICIDE PREVENTION

Lifeline

24/7 - Emotional distress and crisis support and suicide prevention service.

13 11 14

Suicide Callback

Free nationwide service providing 24/7 phone and online counselling to people affected by suicide.

1300 659 467

Mental Health Line

24/7 - Contact with public mental health services for Queenslanders.

1300 642 255

Beyond Blue

24/7 - Support, advice and information about depression, anxiety and suicide.

1300 22 46 36

Arafmi

24/7 - Mental Health Carer Support line.

1300 554 660

Medicare Mental Health

24/7 - Support, advice and information about depression, anxiety and suicide – face to face, telehealth or resource info.

1800 595 212

CARER SUPPORT GROUPS

Arafmi

Every 4th Thursday of the month – Carers support group

1300 554 660

CarersQLD

Every 4th Wednesday of the month - Carers and persons living with Parkinson’s.

1300 747 636

Mixed-Member Group

Every 4th Wednesday of the month – Carers and loved ones impacted by Dementia.

0437 552 090

FIRST NATION SUPPORT

13YARN

A national helpline for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are going through a tough time, offering confidential one-on-one yarning with a Lifeline-trained Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporter 24 hours a day, 7 days a week .

13 92 76

Brother to Brother

Provides phone support for Aboriginal men who need someone to talk to about relationship issues, parenting/caring issues, or any male that are struggling to cope. The service is staffed by Aboriginal men, including Elders, to provide a culturally safe and supportive environment. 24/7 phone support for Aboriginal men in Australia.

1800 435 799

FINANCIAL HELP

Carers' payment and more support

Payment if you give constant care to someone with a disability or medical condition or to an adult who’s frail aged.

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QLD CRISIS & SUPPORT NUMBERS FOR CARERS

Numbers supplied are free or the cost of a local call (some charges may apply to mobile users)

We gratefully acknowledge all the partners, Queensland Mental Health Commission, ASPIRE, Gold Coast University Hospital and Southern Cross University.