Lifeline Crisis Support

Lifeline is a free and confidential one-to-one support service for anyone feeling overwhelmed, distressed or having difficulty staying safe.

Helps with

Suicidality

Safety Planning

Crisis

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What we do

We offer free and confidential one-to-one crisis support for people who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping.

Our trained crisis supporters are here to listen without judgement 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone (13 11 14), text, and chat.

Who we're for

Lifeline is for anyone in Australia who is experiencing a personal crisis, contemplating suicide or concerned about someone they care about.

How to contact

Phone
Text
Online chat

Translation, hearing and speech services

For non-english speakers, call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 13 14 50 and ask for 13 11 14.

For those with speech or hearing difficulties, connect to the National Relay Service (internet relay) and ask for 13 11 14.

Learn about suicide

What is suicide?

Suicide is a tragic death that occurs when a person voluntarily and intentionally ends their own life. Learn more about suicide, who it affects, and how to find support.

Helps with

Understanding suicidality

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Suicide prevention information for friends and family

If you’re worried about someone being at risk for suicide, there are warning signs you can look out for. Learn more about suicidality and how to help.

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Confidential one-to-one support with a trained Lifeline crisis supporter.

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