Stories of service and sacrifice may cause distress.
See this resource list for help.

Wellbeing resources

Stories of service and sacrifice may cause distress. See this resource list for help.

A visit to the Shrine of Remembrance can be an emotional experience. If you or someone you know needs help, please make use of the following resources.

  • Open Arms: Free and confidential, 24/7 national counselling service for Australian veterans and their families, provided through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA). Phone: 1800 011 046
  • Lifeline: Suicide and crisis support. Phone: 13 11 14
  • Kids Helpline: Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.
  • Beyond Blue: Free, immediate, short-term counselling advice and referral via telephone, webchat or email 24/7. Phone: 1300 224 636
  • Suicide Call Back Service: 24-hour counselling service for suicide prevention and mental health. Available via telephone, online and by video for anyone affected by suicidal thoughts. Phone: 1300 659 467

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