Murrumbidgee Suicide Prevention and Aftercare Priority Action Plan (Jan 2023-June 2025)

The Murrumbidgee Suicide Prevention and Aftercare Collaborative’s ongoing commitment to suicide prevention and aftercare for the Murrumbidgee region.

Murrumbidgee Suicide Prevention and Postvention Priority Action Plan

In 2018, key stakeholders involved in suicide prevention in the Murrumbidgee region came together for a roundtable discussion on current initiatives, challenges, and gaps in suicide prevention and postvention strategies.

National Emergency Worker Support Service

Free and confidential mental health support for emergency service workers and volunteers.

Health Professionals, CommunityCristy Houghton29 March 2023First Responders, Mental Health

Fortem Australia

Wellbeing activities, community engagement, and psychological services which support the mental health and wellbeing of the people who work in our national security and emergency responder communities.

Health Professionals, CommunityCristy Houghton28 March 2023First Responders

Self Care Tips

It is normal to have strong emotional and/or physical reactions following a distressing event, including natural disasters.

Health Professionals, CommunityCristy Houghton27 March 2023Disaster Support

R U OK? The Mateship Manual

How you can help someone who’s doing it tough because of a natural disaster or emergency.

Health Professionals, CommunityCristy Houghton26 March 2023Disaster Support, Publication

The Disaster Mental Health Hub

Information, resources and training for professionals who support individuals and communities experiencing the mental health impacts of disasters.

Community, Health ProfessionalsCristy Houghton25 March 2023Disaster Support

Community Trauma Toolkit

The Community Trauma Toolkit contains resources to help and support adults and children before, during and after a disaster or traumatic event.

Community, Health ProfessionalsCristy Houghton24 March 2023Disaster Support

Birdie Stories

Animated stories and videos to help children during times of natural disasters or disruptive events.

Fortem Wellbeing Resource Guide

Introducing Fortem’s Wellbeing Resource Guide, a free, accessible booklet designed to support the health, wellbeing and resilience of first responders.

Good Grief Resources for Children and Young People

Seasons for Growth’s founders recognised a need within the community to provide a high-quality evidence based Australian education program to support children and young people who were struggling with experiences of change, loss and grief.

Rural Financial Counselling Service

Supporting primary producers and small businesses in finding financial stability and security, by providing confidential and professional advice on a range of issues.

Health Professionals, CommunityCristy Houghton21 March 2023Disaster Support

Wellmob

Social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

NSW Disaster Funds & Grants

Search NSW disaster funds and grants

Health Professionals, CommunityCristy Houghton20 March 2023Disaster Support

Gidget House Wagga Wagga

Who: Any expectant parent, new parents (baby 12 months or younger), or parent who has experienced a pregnancy or childbirth related loss within the last 12 months and who have a diagnosis of, or are at risk of developing a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder.
Cost: All services are fully funded
Provider: Gidget Foundation Australia
Location: MPHN region

Community, Health ProfessionalsCristy Houghton7 September 2021MH Funded, Mental Health, Service

We pay respect to elders past, present and future and recognise these lands have always been places of traditional healing and medicine, and this plays a role in shaping future health services.

Fostering a welcoming and inclusive space for the rainbow community.