Additional Resources
There are many resources available for support in mental health, substance and alcohol use, addiction, domestic violence, financial, and more.
Additional Resources
There are many resources available for support in mental health, substance and alcohol use, addiction, domestic violence, financial, and more.
Category
This list includes services available to the general public and also those that cater, more specifically, to medical professionals.
If you need additional support, please reach out to VDHP via phone, email, or “Contact Us” page.
1 300 330 543
vdhp@vdhp.org.au
Financial
Victorian Medical Benevolent Association (VMBA)
VMBA provides short term financial support in a time of need to medical practitioners, their immediate family and medical students who reside or practice in Victoria
Advocacy
AMA Victoria
AMA Victoria is the principal voice advancing the Victorian medical profession and influencing policy makers.
Crisis Support
Lifeline
A national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Call
13 11 14
Peer Support
Hand-n-Hand Peer Support
Free, confidential peer support for health professionals in Australia and New Zealand.
Peer Support
ROSE for Medical Parents
An organisation founded to provide medical parents with the resources to support their parenthood and career aspirations.
Mental Health Support
Beyond Blue
An organisation dedicated to providing information and support for anxiety, depression and suicide prevention for everyone in Australia.
Category
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Violence Support
1800RESPECT
Confidential information, counselling and support service open 24 hours to support people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.
Call
1 800 737 732
Addiction Services
Counselling Online
Counselling Online is a free and confidential service that provides 24/7 support to people across Australia affected by alcohol or other drug use.
Call
1 800 250 015
Information & Support
Black Dog Institute
Information on symptoms, treatment and prevention of depression and bipolar disorder.
Call
02 9382 4530
Clinic
02 9382 2991
Mental Health Support
Drs4Drs
DRS4DRS promotes the health and wellbeing of doctors and medical students across Australia. A 24/7 helpline is available.
Call
1 300 374 377
Eating Disorders Support
Butterfly National Helpline
Free and confidential support for anyone in Australia concerned about eating disorders or body image issues, whether you need support for yourself or someone you care about.
Call
1 800 334 673
LGBTIQ+
QLife
Australia’s first nationally-oriented counselling and referral service for LGBTI people. The project provides nation-wide, early intervention, peer supported telephone and web based services to diverse people of all ages.
Awareness
Crazy Socks 4 Docs
The Crazysocks4docs Trust Foundation was established to fulfil Geoff Toogood’s vision of breaking down the stigma around mental health issues in doctors and health professionals.
Financial
National Debt Helpline
A non-for-profit organisation aimed at providing free information and advice on getting finances back on track.
Call
1 800 007 007
Information & Support
Mens Line Australia
MensLine Australia offers free professional 24/7 telephone counselling support for men with concerns about mental health, anger management, family violence (using and experiencing), addiction, relationship, stress and wellbeing.
Call
1 300 789 978
Addiction Services
Gambling Help Online
Gambling Help Online is a free, confidential service that operates 24/7 to provide online support and referral for anyone affected by gambling.
Rural Support & Advocacy
Rural Doctors Association of Victoria
The Rural Doctors Association of Victoria (RDAV) is the peak advocacy body representing the interests of rural doctors and their communities in Victoria.