Self-care resources

The Rural Doctors Foundation has released a new resource to assist with recovery from floods – ‘Rebuilding after flood check list for medical practices.’

Black Dog Institute continues to provide great resources to support the mental health and wellbeing of health professionals. Their ‘Coronavirus resources for health professionals’ page provides advice and guidance on a range of topics such as dealing with financial stress and exercise for your mental health.

Beyond Blue has put together a list of ways we can support Australia’s healthcare workers as they continue to play a vital role in the COVID-19 pandemic response.

Developed by eMHPrac in partnership with the Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet, WellMob is a new website for frontline health and wellbeing workers, providing one place to find culturally relevant resources to use with their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.  

‘Are you bogged mate?’ aims to boost awareness and start a conversation around the rising issue of depression and suicide rates amongst men in rural areas.

Read about ‘Are you bogged mate?’ on ABC or watch the ABC Landline segment.

Created by clinicians from across Australia, the Pandemic Kindness Movement provides resources to support the wellbeing of the health workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Head to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia’s most trusted mental health organisations.

Provided by the Australian Government Department of Health, Head to Health brings together apps, online programs, online forums, and phone services, as well as a range of digital information resources.

Created by Lifeline, the Getting through bushfire, drought and extreme climate events tool kit aims to assist individuals and communities to take care of themselves and those around them.

Life in Mind Australia has provided a comprehensive list of resources to support the mental health and wellbeing of individuals in bushfire-affected communities.

The “Settling the Mind” webinar series, presented by Black Dog Institute, focuses on mental health resources and support available for health professionals and community members during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beyond Blue has launched a dedicated COVID-19 Mental Wellbeing Support Service. Funded by the Australian Government, this free service is available to support all Australians to manage the impact of the pandemic on their mental health and wellbeing.

Self-care is an important component in looking after your mental health during a crisis such as COVID-19. Black Dog Institute has developed a resource to help you develop a daily, self-care plan.

Lifeline has put together a number of mental health and wellbeing resources and support services for community to access during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pheonix Australia – Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health has a number of mental health resources on their website to support health practitioners and community members during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Australian Psychological Society has provided helpful information for coping with anxiety, mental health issues during isolation and how to stay mentally healthy during the COVID-19 crisis.

Black Dog Institute has helpful tools and resources for coping with anxiety and stress during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Life in Mind Australia has put together a comprehensive list of resources to support those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Centre for Rural & Remote Mental Health (CRRMH) has put together information and support for looking after your mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Rural Adversity Mental Health Program (RAMHP) has a number of useful resources for rural communities and health professionals during times of crisis.

The ABC has put together an illustrated guide for coping with traumatic news. The guide provides strategies for dealing with stress and grief and is appropriate for both adults and children.