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The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.

Clinical assessment and treatment

National Phone Service

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About this service

You can make a free call to Medicare Mental Health on 1800 595 212 for advice.

This may involve referring you to your local Medicare Mental Health Centre or another mental health service most suitable for you.

This service may help:

  • Find advice, assessment and referral to local mental health services
  • Carers, friends and family can also call for support
  • This is not a crisis service, please click "I need help now" instead

Service for

Anyone in need
Anyone in need

Cost

Free

Availability

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm (except public holidays).

Duration

Initial call, with options for support and referral

Engagement

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