Resources

Ask Izzy

Ask Izzy is a website that connects people in need with housing, a meal, money help, family violence support, counselling and much more. Easily search over 400,000 support services. More information

Sydney North Health Network (SNHN)

Resources, Northern Sydney Wellbeing Collaborative, listings for commissioned services https://sydneynorthhealthnetwork.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/commissioned-services-guide-may2024.pdf

24-hour crisis support

Lifeline 24.7 Online resources, phone counselling, text chat and webchat.

Suicide Call Back Service Online counselling, video chat and phone services.

NSW Mental Health Line Staffed by mental health professionals to put people in contact with an appropriate local mental health service

Mental Health Online24/7 support, programs, and e-therapists.

13YARNFree and confidential 24/7 crisis support to Yarn, Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

Online and telephone services available across NSW

NSW Mental Health Services Categorised list of NSW Mental Health Services.

Head to Health Navigation platform for links to Australian online and phone supports.

Healthdirect Direct links to etherapy services.

Drug and Alcohol Supports

For further information on all Northern Beaches Community Mental Health Drug and Alcohol services and referral pathways refer to this service information brochure here

SDECC - Youth Support Services - 02 9977 0711 Sydney Drug and Education Counselling Centre is an organisation providing alcohol and drug counselling services, based on the Northern Beaches and North Shore of Sydney. Supporting young people aged 12-25 and their families

Odyssey House NSW - Alcohol & other drug rehab services in Sydney and NSW -Call on 1800 397 739 for referral advice and guidance. Open weekdays 8:30am-4:30pm They offer support and professional treatment to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities impacted by substance use

The DASAS Helpline assists health professionals seeking advice about the diagnosis and treatment of patients with alcohol or drug issues. The DASAS is a free service available to NSW health professionals 24 hours a day and 7 days a week

Family Drug Support (FDS) Phone: 1300 368 186 provides 24 hours a day, 7 days a week telephone support to families and carers in crisis due to alcohol and other drug use issues. FDS is staffed by volunteers who have experience of family members with alcohol and other drug use. FDS also provide face-to-face support meetings and resources for family members

ADIS provides 24 hour 7 day a week Phone: 1800 250 015 telephone counselling, support, referrals and information for those affected by alcohol or other drugs. ADIS counsellors are trained to work with people who are concerned about their own alcohol and drug use, as well as callers who are concerned about their family or friends. ADIS is a free service which is available to all residents of NSW.

Sydney North Health Network (SNHN) Resources, Wellbeing hub and a list commissioned services Read more about our approach to commissioned services.

Support Services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples

Please click here for comprehensive list of Support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - Black Dog Institute | Better Mental Health

Wellmob - WellMob

13YARN Free and confidential 24/7 crisis support to Yarn, Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

Mental Health Resources

Beyond Blue Online resources, webchat, phone calls, online forums.

Blackdog Online resources and online clinic.

Thiswayup Online courses to improve mental health.

Mycompass Online personalised self-help tool designed by Blackdog.

MindSpot Free online clinic, resources, and courses

Children and Young People

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)

1800 011 511 Referrals can be made by a child or young person, their parents or caregivers, a GP, a health professional or the child's or young person's school. Call the NSW Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511 for advice, assessment and referral.

StreetWork Supporting 11-to-18- year-olds in unsettled home environments, suicidal thoughts and self-harm - alcohol and substance misuse, social isolation, school or work disengagement, youth crime and a heightened risk of youth homelessness.

Youth Hub - Beaches Youth Hub -Youth mental health support in the Pittwater area. The Hub is a collaboration of support services that offer free counselling, case management and individual support, mentoring, workshops and events FOR 12-24 years old.

Kids Helpline
1800 55 1800 Phone, webchat and email counselling.

Headspace Online and phone support.

Mood Gym Online course designed for ages 15-25.

ReachOut Has reviewed mobile apps and tools to help you look after your health and wellbeing.

The Brave Program Free online anxiety program for children.

Parents and Teachers

The Village Northern Beaches The Village helps support the adults who are working or living with young people aged 12 and above, on the Northern Beaches, NSW.

Emerging Minds For children and their families. Resources, webinars, toolkits.

Parent Line 1300 1300 52 Offers telephone and online counselling and support service for parents and carers with children aged 18 and under in NSW

MensLine 1300 789 978 Resources, phone and online counselling

New parents

Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia (PANDA) Resources and help for new parents

Mum Mood Booster Online interactive treatment sessions.

COPE Online resources for new parents and families.

Tresillian Early Parenting Professional advice, education and guidance to families with a baby, toddler or pre-schooler.

Gidget Foundation Mental health support for new and expecting parents

LGBTIQ+ Supports

Please click this link for support for LGBTIQ+Services and Supports

Please click this link for support for ACON for community health, inclusion and HIV responses for people of diverse sexualities and genders

Q-life - 1800 184 527 - 3pm — 12am (7 days) QLife provides anonymous and free LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral for people in Australia wanting to talk about sexuality, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships 1800 184 527

Rainbow door 1800 729 367 - Connecting all LGBTIQ+ people to services

Another Closet Domestic & Family Violence and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Queer People (LGBTIQ).

LGBTQ DV Awareness Foundation Supporting LGBTQ victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse through awareness, education and breaking down barriers to accessing help.

Family Violence Services

Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance)
000 (24 hours, 7 days)

If you are in danger, call 000 now.

1800 RESPECT1800 737 732 (24 hours, 7 days) Confidential and free information, counselling, and support for those experiencing sexual assault or domestic and family violence or abuse. Information is also available for those supporting someone who is experiencing violence and abuse. Online chat available 24/7.

DVConnect
1800 811 811 (24 hours) Domestic Violence Helpline

LGBTQ DV Awareness Foundation Supporting LGBTQ victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse through awareness, education and breaking down barriers to accessing help.

Sexual Assault Support

Contact via your local hospital or visit the NSW Health Sexual Assault Services website

Full Stop Australia runs the NSW Sexual Violence Helpline: a 24/7 telephone and online chat service for anyone affected by sexual violence. They can provide counselling, information and referral. Call 1800 424 017 or online chat

1800RESPECT- provides 24/7 support to people impacted by sexual violence, including safety planning, counselling, information, and referral. Call 1800 737 732 or online chat

Find out more about reporting to the Child Protection Helpline. Contact 13 21 11The NSW Child Protection Helpline is open 24/7 and staffed by child protection caseworkers who will record any concerns you have about a child or young person. You can report information anonymously.

Call the Victims Access Line on 1800 633 063 or the Aboriginal Contact Line on 1800 019 123The Victims Access Line is the single-entry point for victims of crime in NSW to access information, referrals, support and counselling. For more information, visit Victim Services Justice Advocacy Service (JAS) – Intellectual Disability Rights Service Call 1300 665 908 or visit www.idrs.org.au The JAS provides support for people with cognitive impairment who are in contact with the criminal justice system

Homeless Outreach

LocalKind LocalKind Northern Beaches 02 9977 1066

Mission Australia | Mission Australia 02 9902 5100

Crisis Accommodation

Link2Home 1800 152 152

Mission Australia (Ebbs House) 174 Old Pittwater Rd, Brookvale 02 9902 5100

Women and Children First 02 9971 4499

Northern Beaches Women’s Shelter 02 9977 7772

Support for people at risk of homelessness

Mission Australia - Homelessness Early Intervention - Northern Sydney 02 9480 2500 Homelessness Early Intervention - Northern Sydney

Youth support - Homelessness

Taldumande Youth Services provides support for vulnerable and homeless children and young people aged 12-24 years old and their families across Greater Sydney.

Youth Services - Burdekin - Supporting young people and their families in the community, to prevent youth homelessness, providing housing and support.

Northern Sydney Youth Homelessness Service - Mission Australia Northern Sydney Youth Homelessness Service works with young people (12-24years) to prevent homelessness via early intervention support. The service provides individualised case management and counselling to those young people identified as on a 'risk pathway'.

Foodbanks

List of free community food Services on Northern Beaches Community_Food_Services_-_day_order_listing_-_202202.pdf

Hotlines

Domestic Violence Line 1800 656 463
Link2home Homelessness 1800 152 152
Link2home Veterans 1800 326 989
Support for Seniors
Please click this link for a list of comprehensive of support for Seniors
Elder Abuse - Compass is a national website created to help older Australians navigate the complex issue of elder abuse and to guide action to end the problem. The Compass website has information both for older Australians and for the people who care for and support them
Please click here for a list useful resources Seniors Directory 2023-2024.

Support for Carers

Mental Health Carers NSW provides advocacy and support for families, relatives and friends of people who experience mental health issues, living in NSW.

Carers NSW has relevant information and resources for carers and service providers.

Grow operates online, offering peer-to-peer support during these difficult times.

Multicultural Support

Please click this link for a list of comprehensive of support for Embrace Multicultural Mental Health

Please click this link for a list of comprehensive of support for multicultural-directory.pdf

Disability

Comprehensive list of Useful resources Information and services to help people with disability, their family, friends and carers, to find the support they need in Australia.

Services and support for people with disability Services and support for people with disability · Education · Employment · Transport · Housing · Sport and recreation