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Aboriginal health support

Introduction You should always feel safe and supported when visiting a health service or health professional. Here we have aboriginal health support information on where

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LGBTIQA+

Introduction Navigating the healthcare landscape as an LGBTIQA+ individual can bring about unique challenges. This topic provides a resourceful guide to LGBTIQA+ health services available

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Out of Home Care

Introduction Being in out-of-home care brings about a unique set of experiences and challenges. This topic aims to provide support and resources to individuals in

Need emergency assistance?

As the peak body for young people and youth services in NSW, Youth Action does not provide direct referrals to support services. If you are in distress or require urgent assistance, the following support lines are available.

If there’s immediate risk of harm to yourself or other, please call:

Lifeline: 13 11 14 (Crisis & Suicide prevention support 24/7)

Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 (Mental health support 24/7) 

Link2Home: 1800 152 152 (For those experiencing homelessness 24/7)

Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 (24/7)

ParentLine: 1300 1300 52 (9am to 9pm weekdays, 4pm to 9pm weekends)