Contact numbers:
Emergency. 000. Phone Tripple Zero (000) in case of a life threatening emergency.
Beyondblue. 1300 22 4636. Phone support all day, every day. Online support 3pm-midnight every day.
Suicide Callback Service. 1300 659 467. Phone support all day, every day, and follow-up calls.
Kids Helpline. 1800 55 1800. Phone support is there all day, every day. Online support is open from 8am-midnight every day (AEST).
Lifeline. 13 11 14. Phone support all day, every day. Online support 7pm-4am daily (AEST).
Hearing impaired patients can contact Casey Gate Medical Centre
Option 1: TTY – 1800 555 630
Option 2: Use National Relay Services (NRS) via website or instant messaging services (Skype and MSN) to enter (03) 9510 7888 to make a call.
eHeadspace. 1800 650 890. Open 9am-1am daily (AEST).
Parenting Helpline. 13 22 89. Statewide telephone counselling and support service for all Victorian parents and carers of children from 0-18 years
Websites:
City of Casey – Family and community services
Maggolee – Casey Aboriginal Gathering Place in Doveton
Alzheimer’s Australia – Dementia Australia
Arthritis Australia – Information and resources helping you live well with arthritis
Better Health Channel – Health and medical information
Family & Relationships – Some helpful articles, 89.9 The Light
eHeadspace – free online and telephone support and counselling to young people 12 – 25 and their families and friends
Neighbourhood Houses Victoria – Neighbourhood houses bring people together to connect, learn and contribute to their local community through social, educational, recreational and support activities.