Looking out for someone matters.
You don’t have to have the perfect words. Being there, asking, and helping them reach support is enough.
Ask.
“I’ve noticed you haven’t seemed yourself. How are you going?”
Listen.
Don’t rush to fix it. Let them talk.
Encourage help.
Sit with them while they call, or go with them to a GP or the nearest hospital.
Look after you.
Supporting someone is heavy. Lifeline can talk with you too.
- Call Emergency
Emergency
000
If you or someone else is in immediate danger. In remote country, 000 can reach the Flying Doctor / RFDS.
- Call Lifeline
Lifeline
13 11 14
Crisis support and suicide prevention. Someone will listen, without judgement. You can also text 0477 13 11 14.
24 hours, 7 days
- Call Suicide Call Back Service
Suicide Call Back Service
1300 659 467
Free counselling by phone, online or video for anyone affected by suicide — including if you are supporting someone else.
24/7
- Call StandBy — Support After Suicide
StandBy — Support After Suicide
1300 727 247
Free support for anyone affected by suicide, at any stage.
6am–10pm, 7 days. After 10pm: Lifeline 13 11 14 or Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467.
Add your state’s mental health line
If they are unsafe at home
1800RESPECT can help with domestic, family and sexual violence. If they are in immediate danger, call 000.