Support Services
Mental Health Support
The latest statistics indicate that 1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental health disorder in any twelve-month period and a quarter of those will have more than one condition. In addition, one third of young people will have an episode of mental ill health by the age of 25. If you haven’t personally struggled with mental ill health, it’s highly likely that someone close to you has.
If your life, or the life of someone you know is in danger, please call 000 for assistance or call Lifeline for around the clock crisis support 13 11 14.
Domestic & Family Abuse
For information on domestic and family abuse—what it is, where to find help, how to heal and recover, what to do if someone discloses abuse, and our policy—visit our resource page for guidance on navigating these issues appropriately.
Pornography
For information about pornography and associated betrayal trauma, we have created a resource page to help you consider and pray through what your next steps might be.
Food & Financial Support
Anglicare can provide immediate practical assistance and longer-term solutions to help you in times of struggle.
Family Support Services
For information about parenting programs, child, youth and family support, counselling and domestic and family violence support we recommend the following two services:
Divorce Care
A number of churches in Sydney run regular Divorce Care recovery support groups. Please contact the individual church for more information about current courses:
NorthLight Anglican Church, West Pymble
The Bridge Church, Kirribilli & Neutral Bay
Village Church, Annandale