Wellbeing Resources
The following resources have been collected from a variety of sources and represent a wide range of helpful websites and services that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional wellbeing.
These resources are aimed at Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and patient navigators. You can search for resources using topic or resource type.
Yarning Safe 'N' Strong
Yarning Safe 'N' Strong is a free and confidential counselling service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples that offers support with:
- Social and Emotional wellbeing
- Financial wellbeing
- Medical support including COVID-19 testing
- Drug and alcohol counselling and rehab services
Victorian Aboriginal Health Service
13 Yarn
If you, or someone you know, are feeling worried or no good, we encourage you to connect with 13YARN on 13 92 76 (24 hours/7 days) and talk with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporter.
This is your story; your journey and we will take the time to listen. No shame, no judgement, safe place to yarn. We’re here for you
Lifeline
Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit)
Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia's vision is Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership, excellence and presence across all parts of the Australian mental health system and the achievement of the highest attainable standard of social and emotional well being, mental health and suicide prevention outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Gayaa Dhuwi
Contact us: niktt@anzdata.org.au
The National Indigenous Kidney Transplantation Taskforce is funded by the Commonwealth, represented by the Department of Health, in contract with the Transplantation Society of Australia and New Zealand (TSANZ) and the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), housed within Australia and New Zealand Dialysis and Transplant Registry (ANZDATA). The NIKTT's main operations take place on Kaurna Country.
