COVID-19 & Flu

1800RESPECT

1800RESPECT is the national domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service. Our counsellors can be contacted through call, text, online chat or video call services.

COVID-19 making financial decisions

During challenging times, making financial decisions can feel overwhelming. There’s support and services available to help you.

A Tasmanian Lifeline

A Tasmanian Lifeline (ATL) is a free telephone support service for Tasmanians of all ages who need someone to talk things through with, or need someone to listen. Tasmanian-focused and Tasmanian-based, A Tasmanian Lifeline offers non-judgmental, one-off or ongoing support for anyone having a tough time.

Kids Helpline

Kids Helpline is a free, private and confidential, 24 hour counselling service for young people aged 5-25 years. Counselling is offered by phone, email and WebChat.

healthdirect – trusted health advice

healthdirect: trusted health information and advice online and over the phone (1800 022 222), known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Funded by the governments of Australia.

No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS)

NILS offers no-interest loans up to $2000 for low-income Tasmanians to purchase essential items and services without fees or credit checks.

MensLine

MensLine Australia is a telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men anywhere, anytime.

COVID-19 Centrelink Self-Help Resources

Economic Justice Australia have a series of online self-help resources to assist you deal with Centrelink during COVID-19

Suicide Call Back Service

Suicide Call Back Service is a nationwide service that provides 24/7 telephone, video and online professional counselling to people who are affected by suicide.

All emergency relief services on FindHelpTAS

FindHelpTAS lists a range of Emergency Relief services in the Emergency Category – under Emergency Relief

Lifeline 13 11 14 crisis support

If you are thinking about suicide, experiencing a personal crisis or feeling alone help is available any time 24/7 on 13 11 14.

No one needs to face their problems alone. If you struggle talking on the phone you can Text Lifeline on 0477 13 11 14.