Support for social isolation

We know things can be difficult after an accident. There are many services available that can support you, your family and friends after trauma.

Below are some services that may help you.

This page includes links to websites and resources outside the TAC.

We don't have direct control over the content on these external websites.

If you find any information on these pages inaccurate or unreliable, please let us know. We will review the information and decide whether to keep it on this page.


Some people need somebody to speak to, or a place to go, for extra social support.

A great place to start is a local service that is free, easily accessible and available without referral. You can check what's available in your local government area at https://www.viccouncils.asn.au/find-your-council/council-map


Amber Community

A road incident support and education service

Amber Community (formerly Road Trauma Support Services Victoria) is a not-for-profit organisation that provides free, professional, face-to-face and telephone counselling and support to people affected by road trauma.

Websiteambercommunity.org.au

Phone: 1300 367 797

Other services and resources: Grief following road trauma - Advice for those who have lost a loved one due to a road collision | Peer support from a volunteer who may have been involved in a similar situation | Bereavement support workshops | Facilitated support groups | Community education | Information sessions relating to grief and trauma


Beyond Blue

The Beyond Blue Online Forum offers safe, supportive moderated online peer support forums for a range of mental health issues and demographics.

Website: http://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/online-forums


Friends for Good

Friends for Good formed in 2016 with a vision that “people are free from loneliness”. The organisation raises awareness of loneliness as a significant issue, hosts conferences and community lunches, and conducts a Friendline chat service.

Websitehttps://friendsforgood.org.au/resources/get-support/

Chat service: 1800 424 287 (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 8pm)


Gather my crew

Gather My Crew is a free, online help roster that lets people going through tough times coordinate the practical help they need from friends and family.

Websitehttps://www.gathermycrew.org.au/


Head to Health logoHead to Health

The Australian Government, through the Department of Health, has developed a new digital mental health gateway, Head to Health.

When you visit Head to Health, you can search and access a range of telephone based and online mental health services, which are either free of charge or low cost.

These services range from information, telephone and web counselling services, through to web-based treatment programs and peer support forums.

Websitehttps://headtohealth.gov.au/


Lifeline Service Finder

The Lifeline Service Finder is a directory of free or low cost health and community services available in Australia. You can search for relevant services in your local area. You can access the directory without charge 24 hours a day.

It includes services such as domestic violence, family and children's services, financial assistance and mental health services.

Website: https://lifeline.serviceseeker.com.au


meetup

Join groups to meet people with common interests.

Website: https://www.meetup.com/


Sane Australia

Counselling support by phone or online.

Website: http://www.sane.org/

Phone: 1800 187 263

Other resources: Peer-to-peer support through moderated forums and online groups | Information, resources and stories on recovery and support