Australia rolls out digital mental health website to centralize supports, resources

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NBHC Care Experience
October 07, 2017

The Australian government launched a digital mental health website, HeadtoHealth.gov.au, to help link people with immediate mental health support and resources. The site provides access to:

  • Australian mental health services and resources;
  • Digital resources (websites; free or low-cost apps and programs; online forums; phone, chat and email contacts);
  • "Sam the Chatbot", a digital tool to help point website visitors in the right direction;
  • A list of phone and webchat contacts visitors can use to get immediate support;
  • Advice on how to support someone else; and
  • Information sections on meaningful life, mental health difficulties, supporting yourself, and supporting someone else.

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