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Tuesday, 18 September 2007

If you have difficulty searching for resources or have tried the Depression Friendly Professionals and More Resources sections but need further assistance, the Resources team at depressioNet can assist you. Please note that the Resources team can only cater for people who live in Australia.

To contact the Resources team, send an email to This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it and please include:

1. Location and surrounding areas you can travel to

2. Level of urgency

3. Type of resources required

4. Type of issues/problem for which you require resources
5. Any further information that will help us find you resources

Due to the number of requests the Resources team receve it may take a number of days to receive a response (you should receive one within a week of your original email). If it is urgent, please contact the Online Care Team at This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it and check out the Emergency Resources available in your area before emailing the Resources team.

Information Phone Lines

If you require immediate assistance with locating resources, try calling one of the following information lines:

• ARAFEMI Carer's Helpline - (03) 9810 9314 - 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday - Information and support for relatives and friends of the emotionally and mentally ill.

• Beyondblue Information Line – 1300 224 636 – 24/7 Phone service offering information about depression and anxiety, and for referrals to healthcare professionals and community health services.

• Lifeline’s Just Ask – 1300 131 114 – 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday – Information and referral for people affected by mental health issues. Information includes relevant local services, as well as links to books and websites.

• SANE Helpline – 1800 18 72 36 - 9am-5pm weekdays - Information and advice

For more phone services which offer information and referrals, try looking through depressioNet’s list of crisis and help lines

Last Updated ( Thursday, 06 March 2008 )

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