Mental Health Resources
Farming is a tough business with challenges like unpredictable weather and fluctuating market prices, it is common for the resulting pressure to lead to feelings of distress and anxiety. It is important that you recognise this impact and prioritise your mental health.
QFVG has put together this list of resources to make it easier for you to access the support you need. Click on the links below to discover more or click here to view resources from the Queensland Government on mental health and wellbeing for businesses.
Remember, your mental health impacts not only you but also your farm, your loved ones and those you employ. So, take a moment to prioritise yourself and explore what support is available.
If your life is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero 000.
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QFVG Grower Members can access three hours per year of confidential phone counselling throughout Queensland.
Click here for details on how to access.
This is not a crisis support service.
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Mental Health First Aid Australia is a purpose-driven provider of mental health first aid education that equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide support when it matters most.
Informed Mental Health is accredited to deliver Mental Health First Aid courses and provides QFVG Members with discounts. Find out more at
Click here for details on how to access.
QFVG Member Benefits
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Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Call 24/7 on 13 11 14
Text 24/7 on 0477 13 11 14
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The Suicide Call Back Service is a free nationwide service operated by Lifeline providing 24/7 phone and online counselling to people affected by suicide
www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au
Call 1300 659 467
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A free, confidential 24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders with a Lifeline-trained Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporter.
Call 13 YARM (13 92 76)
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Providing information and support for anxiety, depression and suicide prevention for everyone in Australia.
Call a counsellor on 1300 22 4636 or chat to a counsellor online on the website: www.beyondblue.org.au
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Contact Family Drug Support for help dealing with drug and alcohol use in your family.
1300 358 186
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Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.
Call 1800551800
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A support line for farmers by farmers, you will speak to a fellow farmer who understands what you’re going through.
Call 1800 936 229 (business hours).
www.lifelineqld.org.au/get-help/farmer-to-farmer-crisis-support
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MensLine Australia is a free telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men anywhere, anytime.
Call 1300 78 99 78.
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Confidential information, counselling, and support service for those impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence.
1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)
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QLife provides anonymous and free LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about sexuality, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships. Web chat and phone services 3pm to midnight everyday – 1800 184 527
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QFVG Charity Partner, Rural Aid is dedicated to improving the mental health outcomes of rural Australia. The couselling team is made up of experienced counsellors based in rural towns across the country.
Call 1300 175 594
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SANE offers connection and community to people with complex mental health issues including trauma. They also support the family and friends who care about them.
Call 1800 187 263
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TIACS is a free & confidential phone and text counselling service offering mental health support to Australia’s blue-collar community.
This is not a crisis support service.
To speak to a qualified professional call or text 0488 846 988 Mon-Fri 8 am-10 pm AEST.
24/7 Crisis Support & Counselling
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Mental Health First Aid Australia is a purpose-driven provider of mental health first aid education that equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide support when it matters most.
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The National Centre for Farmer Health provide prevention-focused mental health resources.
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ifarmwell is a free online tool kit that helps farmers cope effectively with life’s challenges and get the most out of every day.
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MindSpot is a free online and telephone based mental health service including confidential psychological assessments.
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Men’s referral service providing advice for men about family violence.
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ReachOut is recognised as one of the leading providers of specialist support for young people on the journey towards better mental health.
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The leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities.
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The RFCS is an ongoing Australian Government program providing free and independent financial counselling to eligible farmers experiencing, or at risk of, financial hardship.
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R U OK? is a public health promotion charity that encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives.
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The Royal Flying Doctor Service is working towards increasing access to mental health services in regional and rural Queensland through the development and distribution of the new book ‘Mental Health and Wellbeing on the Land’.
This valuable resource, which has been funded by a grant provided by Thankful4Farmers, aims to provide support to individuals and families who are struggling with mental health issues and help break down the barriers that prevent people from seeking help.