Our Programs
Aboriginal health is holistic and interconnected.
About the Social & Emotional Wellbeing team
The AHCSA Social & Emotional Wellbeing program works with Aboriginal health services and the broader health sector across South Australia to address issues such as suicide, self-harm, and mental illness.
The program supports ACCHSs and other services working with Aboriginal people in helping to provide tools to adapt and deal with daily challenges (resilience and coping skills) while leading a fulfilling life - with understanding and recognition of Aboriginal resilience, diversity and unique community needs.
Education and Support
In partnership with Livingworks, AHCSA's Social & Emotional Wellbeing officers provide education and training to Members through SafeTALK workshops.
SafeTALK workshops feature:
- Presentations and guidance from a LivingWorks registered trainer
- Access to support from a local community resource person
- Powerful audiovisual learning aids
- The simple yet effective TALK steps: Tell, Ask, Listen, and KeepSafe
Fact: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people face a much higher risk of suicide than do non-Indigenous Australians.
Most people with thoughts of suicide do not truly want to die, but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words & actions, they invite help to stay alive.
Key KeepSafe connections
First and most importantly: Elders and family within community
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Emergency services |
000 |
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Lifeline |
13 11 14 |
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13 YARN |
13 92 76 |
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Brother to Brother |
1800 435 799 |
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Beyond Blue |
1300 224 636 |
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Mental Health Triage Line |
13 14 65 |
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Kids Help Line |
1800 55 1800 |
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Indigenous Suicide Postvention Services |
1800 805 801 |
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Suicide Callback Service |
1300 659 467 |
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Men's Line Australia |
1300 789 978 |
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Headspace |
1800 650 890 |
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Care Leavers Australasia Network |
1800 008 774 |
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Domestic and Family Violence Helpline |
1800 671 458 |
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Reach Out |
On the web: au.reachout.com |
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Black Dog Institute |
On the web: blackdoginstitute.org.au |
We gratefully acknowledge the support and assistance of the following organisations:
