Learn more about our programs
If you, or someone you know, needs immediate support 24-hour help is available via:
Lifeline call 13 11 14
Mensline Australia call 1300 789 978 or online chat
Please note, The Fathering Project does not warrant that any of these services are the appropriate one for you. Each person should make their own enquiries regarding the suitability of any support service.
Other practical support services
Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Services
Dads and father figures play a vital role in families, but sometimes they need support too. Mental health and wellbeing services are available to help father and father figures navigate stress, anxiety, or other challenges.
lifeline.org.au – 13 11 14
call Lifeline’s 24 hour crisis phoneline
beyondblue.org.au – 1300 224 636
Beyond Blue offers 24/7 support from a trained mental health professional
suicidecallbackservice.org.au
A nationwide service that provides professional 24/7 telephone and online counselling to people who are affected by suicide.
blackdoginstitute.org.au
Black Dog Institute provides information on symptoms, treatment and prevention of depression and bipolar disorder.
carersaustralia.com.au – 1800 242 636
Carers Australia offer short-term counselling and emotional and psychological support services for carers and their families in each state and territory.
headspace.org.au – 1800 650 890
Headspace offer free online and telephone service that supports young people aged between 12 and 25 and their families going through a tough time.
kidshelpline.com.au 1800 55 1800
Kids Helpline is a a free, private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged between 5 and 25.
mensline.org.au – 1300 78 99 78
A telephone and online support, information and referral service, for men with family and relationship concerns.
mindspot.org.au – 1800 61 44 34
MindSpot Clinic is an online and telephone clinic providing free assessment and treatment services for Australian adults with anxiety or depression.
relationships.org.au – 1300 364 277
Relationships Australia are a provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities.
sane.org – 1800 18 7263
The SANE Australia Helpline, for information about mental illness, treatments, where to go for support.
clan.org.au
CLAN offers support to people who have grown up in Orphanages, Children’s Homes, Missions and Foster Care in Australia and New Zealand, or whose parents or other family members had this experience.
lifeline.org.au – 13 11 14
call Lifeline’s 24 hour crisis phoneline
beyondblue.org.au – 1300 224 636
Beyond Blue offers 24/7 support from a trained mental health professional
suicidecallbackservice.org.au
A nationwide service that provides professional 24/7 telephone and online counselling to people who are affected by suicide.
blackdoginstitute.org.au
Black Dog Institute provides information on symptoms, treatment and prevention of depression and bipolar disorder.
carersaustralia.com.au – 1800 242 636
Carers Australia offer short-term counselling and emotional and psychological support services for carers and their families in each state and territory.
headspace.org.au – 1800 650 890
Headspace offer free online and telephone service that supports young people aged between 12 and 25 and their families going through a tough time.
kidshelpline.com.au 1800 55 1800
Kids Helpline is a a free, private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged between 5 and 25.
mensline.org.au – 1300 78 99 78
A telephone and online support, information and referral service, for men with family and relationship concerns.
mindspot.org.au – 1800 61 44 34
MindSpot Clinic is an online and telephone clinic providing free assessment and treatment services for Australian adults with anxiety or depression.
relationships.org.au – 1300 364 277
Relationships Australia are a provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities.
sane.org – 1800 18 7263
The SANE Australia Helpline, for information about mental illness, treatments, where to go for support.
clan.org.au
CLAN offers support to people who have grown up in Orphanages, Children’s Homes, Missions and Foster Care in Australia and New Zealand, or whose parents or other family members had this experience.
Alcohol and Drug Support Services
Confidential alcohol and drug services can help fathers and father figures overcome addiction or manage their use.
24 hour helpline – Dial 1 800 198 024
24 hour helpline – Dial 1 800 653 203
24 hour helpline – Dial 1 300 222 222
Alcohol and Drug Information Service
24 hour helpline – Dial 1 800 198 024
Parent Information Service
24 hour helpline – Dial 1 800 653 203
Alcoholics Anonymous
24 hour helpline – Dial 1 300 222 222
Youth Support Services
Fatherhood can be a rewarding journey, but raising young minds can also be challenging. Youth support services are here to equip dads and father figures with the tools they need to navigate these complexities.
kidshelp.com.au– 1 800 551 800.
Kids Helpline offer free phone and online counselling aged 5-25 years.
headspace.org.au – 1800 650 890
Headspace offer free online and telephone service that supports young people aged between 12 and 25 and their families going through a tough time.
bullyingnoway.gov.au
Bullying No Way – an Australian Government initiative.
au.reachout.com
practical support, tools and tips help young people get through anything from everyday issues to tough times, as well as offering information for parents to help their teenagers through these times.
mensline.org.au – 1300 78 99 78
A telephone and online support, information and referral service, for men with family and relationship concerns.
relationships.org.au – 1300 364 277
Relationships Australia are a provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities.
man.org.au
The Men’s Advisory Network aims to raise awareness of issues impacting on male health and wellbeing, educate, promote, and advocate and provide leadership.
Violence Support Services
If you’re experiencing domestic abuse or witnessing violence within your family, there’s help available. Confidential hotlines and support services offer fathers and father figures guidance and resources.
Family Support Crisis Care 24 hour Helpline
Dial 1 800 199 008
By the Australian Department for Child Protection
Rape & Domestic Violence Services Australia – 1800RESPECT / 1800 737 732
Provide 24/7 telephone and online crisis counselling for anyone – women and men - in Australia who has experienced or is at risk of sexual assault, family or domestic violence and their non-offending supporters.
The Men’s Referral Service – 1300 766 491
A men’s family violence telephone counselling, information and referral service for men taking responsibility for their violent behaviour. 24/7 in NSW and TAS.
Family Support Crisis Care 24 hour Helpline
Dial 1 800 199 008
By the Australian Department for Child Protection
Rape & Domestic Violence Services Australia – 1800RESPECT / 1800 737 732
Provide 24/7 telephone and online crisis counselling for anyone – women and men - in Australia who has experienced or is at risk of sexual assault, family or domestic violence and their non-offending supporters.
The Men’s Referral Service – 1300 766 491
A men’s family violence telephone counselling, information and referral service for men taking responsibility for their violent behaviour. 24/7 in NSW and TAS.
kidshelp.com.au– 1 800 551 800.
Kids Helpline offer free phone and online counselling aged 5-25 years.
headspace.org.au – 1800 650 890
Headspace offer free online and telephone service that supports young people aged between 12 and 25 and their families going through a tough time.
bullyingnoway.gov.au
Bullying No Way – an Australian Government initiative.
au.reachout.com
practical support, tools and tips help young people get through anything from everyday issues to tough times, as well as offering information for parents to help their teenagers through these times.
Men and Relationships
Fatherhood can come with complex relationships, both with partners and children. Men’s support services can provide a safe space for fathers and father figures to navigate these challenges.
mensline.org.au – 1300 78 99 78
A telephone and online support, information and referral service, for men with family and relationship concerns.
relationships.org.au – 1300 364 277
Relationships Australia are a provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities.
man.org.au
The Men’s Advisory Network aims to raise awareness of issues impacting on male health and wellbeing, educate, promote, and advocate and provide leadership.
Mentoring Programs for Men
mentoringmen.org.au
A registered Australian charity providing life mentoring programs for adult men in the community – Mentoring Men connect volunteer mentors to mentees.
mentoringmen.org.au
A registered Australian charity providing life mentoring programs for adult men in the community – Mentoring Men connect volunteer mentors to mentees.
