Let's talk about mental health

Background

Kingston Council would like to support our community as we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic – particularly in terms of our mental wellbeing.

We need to know what you think so we can decide what is the best way to help.

Most people will experience poor mental health at least once in their lives. Good mental health and wellbeing is not just about not having mental illness. It's about feeling connected, supported and being able to take part in society.

COVID-19 brought a lot of uncertainty and challenges, which has been very stressful for many of us. During this time there has been a rise mental illness.

Have your say

Council is keen to seek a broad range of feedback from the community to help improve mental health in Kingston. We have ideas about how to do this, but we would like your opinion first. You can share your views via:

• This short online survey
• Come and chat to us at:
  • Chelsea Library – Tuesday 27 April 10am – 1pm (1 Chelsea Rd, Chelsea)
  • Kingston Farmers Market – Saturday 1 May - 8am – 12.30pm (Sir William Fry Reserve, Nepean Hwy, Highett) APOLOGIES BUT THE POP UP AT THE MARKET HAS BEEN CANCELLED
  • Westall Hub – Wednesday 5 May – 1-6pm (35 Fairbank Rd, Clayton South)
• Leave a comment in our guest book below
• Make a further submission by emailing info@kingston.vic.gov.au mailing PO Box 1000, Mentone 3194 or phoning 1300 653 356.

Help
If you want help for yourself, a friend or family member you can talk to your doctor or contact any of the following services. If it is an emergency, call 000.

HeadtoHelp - 1800 595 212 (Monday-Friday 8.30am-5pm)

Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636 (24 hrs)

Lifeline - 13 11 14 (24 hrs)

Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800 (24 hrs)

eheadspace - 1800 650 890- support for young people aged 12-25 years

HeartChat - mental health services for multicultural communities

Qlife - 1800 184 527 - support for LGBTIQA+ (3pm-midnight every day)

MensLine - 1300 78 99 78 (24 hrs)