A little stress can keep you on your toes, keep motivation levels high and help you get things done, but persistent high-level stress reduces productivity, impairs decision making and is probably doing you damage. Stress is also a contributing factor to many farm injuries.

Rural Aid is well known for the highly successful 'Buy a Bale' campaign.  Did you know they also provide critical support including water, fodder, financial and counselling assistance to help farmers in times of drought, flood or fire and now COVID-19

Further information on these service providers can be found at
https://www.loddonhealthyminds.com.au/member-agency-information

 

Lifeline Central Victoria & Mallee Provides 24/7 crisis support and other suicide prevention services. Ph: 13 11 14  or for more information on the Lifeline Website

StandBy Murray supports anyone who has been bereaved or impacted by suicide, including individuals, families, friends, colleagues, schools, community groups, first responders and service providers.  StandBy provides crisis support, information, referrals and locally tailored workshops.  StandBy works within the Murray Primary Health Network region, which includes North East, North West, and Central Victoria, and the Goulburn Valley.  More information on the Standby Website

 

Good health means that we are able to enjoy our lives and engage with our communities. While there are many things that can protect or pose a risk to it, there are simple actions – such as eating well, sleeping well, and getting enough exercise – that we can do to stay well. On our websiteyou will find a range of helpful community support and resources.

Northen District Community Health offers person centred counselling for individuals. Counselling is available to help with a range of issues across a person’s lifespan. Our Counsellors are professional, qualified and highly skilled, bringing a depth of knowledge and experience to their work. More information can be found on our NDCH website

 

Boort District Health offers a 24 hour Urgent Care Centre for anyone requiring medical attention or assistance. Qualified Registered Nursing staff assess patient needs, liaise with the on call Doctor and facilitate referrals to appropriate professionals as required. Boort District Health does not offer any on site counselling, mental health or social work services. Ph: (03) 5451 5200, Fax: (03) 5455 2502, Website: http://www.bdh.vic.gov.au

Bendigo headspace centre provides a combination of online, phone and in person services. Please call to discuss your needs.. headspace is a confidential & FREE service where young people aged 12-25 can access a range of services. Bendigo headspace centre is an inclusive centre with all areas providing disability access. They are also a LGBTIQA+ inclusive service. Ph: (03) 5406 1400, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Website: https://headspace.org.au/headspace-centres/bendigo/