Block - ACT - Support groups
The Black Dog Institute maintains a list of organisations that run or coordinate mental health support groups in the ACT, available at: www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/resources-support/support-groups/
Alternatively, search the ACT community directory at vc-act.mycommunitydirectory.com.au/
You can also contact SHOUT (Self Help Organisations United Together) on (02) 6290 1984 for information and referral to self help and support groups available in the ACT. For more information, visit their website at www.shout.org.au
Connections program, Volunteering ACT
- Phone: 02 6251 4060
- Website: vc-act.org.au/connections/
- The Connections program is a one-to-one social support program for people with a mental illness. The program sets up safe and supportive structured friendships with screened and trained volunteers, enabling a pair to reconnect with the broader community.
Parents Beyond Breakup
GROW
- Free call: 1800 558 268
- Email: act@grow.org.au
- Website: www.grow.org.au
- A self help organisation for people who suffer from depression and other mental illnesses. GROW is based on a 12 step self-help program. Members meet weekly.
The Able Group (TAG)
- Phone: 02 6182 7096
- Website: www.theablegroup.com.au/
- TAG holds multiple groups and activities to encourage people to engage with others in a friendly and welcoming environment. TAG is part of the Able Community Services program and work together to create a solid network of support
Perinatal Wellbeing Centre
- Phone: 02 6288 1936
- Website: www.perinatalwellbeingcentre.org.au/
- Support groups, telephone support and information for during pregnancy or up until your youngest child has turned 2.
