Taking care of each other is vital to our community’s mental health. On this page, you’ll learn about the importance of looking out for your loved ones in times of distress, hear from community members about who in their life supports them, and find some advice on how to check in on your chosen family.
Video clips
Watch as some community members talk about their chosen families, and why they matter.
How do we provide support to those who need it? What should we say? What should we do? Watch as community members talk about how they provide support, and what they think is important to keep in mind when you’re looking out for your loved ones.
Fact sheets
Is there someone you might need to check in on? This factsheet might have some useful information on how to support someone experiencing mental distress.
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If you are using a screen-reader, please click here to download the word document.
Not sure how to make the approach? This factsheet might have some helpful advice on how to start, and continue, a conversation about a loved one’s mental health.
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If you are using a screen-reader, please click here to download the word document.