Not doing so good
Circumstances can get tough sometimes and it's fair that we might struggle. Now is a good time to reach out for some extra help.
Sometimes when we're feeling like this, it can be hard to find the motivation to act. If this sounds like you, or a person you want to help, consider how family, friends or others could support with making or attending appointments, finding services, or taking that first step.
At this time we may feel like we are:
- finding it hard to seek out help
- beginning to doubt the effectiveness of services and supports
- increasingly worried
- unsure of hope for recovery
- not sure we have what it takes to keep on top of challenges
- not sleeping as well, or maintaining self-care.
Resources and support
To find help in your local area, refer to the mental health support during and after a disaster page on the SA Health website.
Other support services and resources
Rural Aid
Rural Aid's vision is to safeguard farming and rural communities before, during and after natural disasters. They stand ready to support farmers when disaster strikes and offer the help needed at the time.
Rural Aid can help with:
- counselling
- wellbeing resources
- financial assistance
- water
- fodder
- Farm Army - help to connect skilled people with farm jobs
Rural Business Support
Rural Business Support is committed to building a profitable, sustainable and resilient rural sector by supporting businesses, farmers, landowners and communities in rural and regional South Australia and the Northern Territory. Rural Business Support help to:
- understand your financial position
- navigate financial issues
- develop plans to manage cash flow and creditor payments
- access dispute resolution services
- consider succession pathways
- seek broader professional advice and support
- access government and community grants, programs or schemes
Rural Financial Counselling Service
The Rural Financial Counselling Program provides free and independent financial counselling to eligible farmers, fishers, foresters and small related enterprises who are experiencing or at risk of hardship.
Medicare mental health centres
Medicare mental health centres provide a safe and welcoming place for anyone to access quality mental health care over extended hours. These centres are free, in person or telephone.
Visit the Country SA PHN website to access services for Mount Gambier, Port Pirie and Mount Barker
Visit the Sonder website to access services for Northern Adelaide
Medicare mental health national phone service
The free phone line is for anyone seeking support and guidance, including family members and carers. The service can connect you to a local service that best meets your needs, including your nearest Medicare mental health service, or other trusted mental health providers.
The service is available Monday - Friday, 8.30 am - 5.00 pm.
Call the Medicare mental health national phone service on 1800 595 212
Family and Business (FaB) mentors
Family and Business (FaB) mentors are located across the state in regional areas to provide support and a listening ear when you need it. They are independent, confidential and experienced in dealing with difficult situations. FaB mentors work closely with service providers and can connect you to support options.
This is a Conversation (TIACS)
TIACS is a professional, free text and call counselling service offering mental health support to Australia's blue collar community.
Lifeline 131 114
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. Lifeline exists so no person in Australia has to face their darkest moments alone.
MensLine 1300 789 978
MensLine Australia is a free telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men anywhere, anytime.
Beyond Blue 1300 224 636
For more than 20 years, people in Australia have placed their trust in Beyond Blue as a safe and reliable source of mental health information, support and hope - whether they're well and want to stay that way, unsettled or struggling and need support, or in recovery and want to reconnect.
PIRSA Recovery Hotline 1800 931 314
PIRSA hotlines provide phone support when you need it, making it easier to get in touch, with most open 24/7.
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