Mental Health

Looking After Your Mental Health

Feeling sad, worried, frustrated or anxious during times of uncertainty or stress is completely normal. If these feelings become overwhelming or begin to affect your everyday life, reaching out for support can make a big difference.

While Parkes Shire Council is not a direct provider of mental health services, we are committed to promoting the wellbeing of our community. The following free and confidential support services are available to help you or someone you know:

Support Services (All Ages)

  • Lifeline – 13 11 14
    24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services.

  • Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636
    Support for anxiety, depression, and mental wellbeing.

  • Head to Health – 1800 595 212
    Guidance on the best mental health support options available, including local services.

  • Partners in Wellbeing – 1300 375 330
    Wellbeing coaching for anyone impacted by financial stress, anxiety or the aftermath of COVID-19.

Children and Young People

  • headspace (ages 12–25) – 1800 650 890
    Support for young people with mental health, physical health, work and study issues.

  • Kids Helpline (ages 5–25) – 1800 55 1800
    24/7 counselling service for children and young people.

  • ReachOut
    Online mental health support and resources for young people and parents. reachout.com.au

 

Download the Youth Mental Health Directory(PDF, 5MB)

This service directory is a resource that’s been created as part of the Heads Up, Heads Together initiative. It’s been brought to you by batyr, Parkes Shire Council and the NSW Government.

Parents and Carers

  • Parentline NSW – 1300 1300 52
    Counselling and support for parents and caregivers.

  • PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) – 1300 726 306
    Support for new and expecting parents.

Older Residents

  • Elder Abuse Helpline – 1800 628 221
    Support for older people experiencing abuse or mistreatment.

  • My Aged Care – 1800 200 422
    Information and support for older Australians accessing aged care.

  • Seniors Rights Service – 1800 424 079
    Advocacy and legal advice for older people in NSW.

LGBTIQA+ Community

  • QLife – 1800 184 527
    Anonymous and free LGBTIQA+ peer support and referral service.

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Communities

  • Transcultural Mental Health Line (NSW) – 1800 648 911
    Bilingual mental health support services.

 

In an Emergency

  • Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467
    Free 24/7 phone and online counselling for people affected by suicide.

  • Emergency Services – 000
    For urgent assistance in a crisis or life-threatening situation.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. Support is available, and you are not alone.

For additional information and local wellbeing resources, visit the PHN Western NSW website.

 

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