Support and Services

Where Veterans Go was born out of a commitment to ensure that other Veterans and First Responders were made aware of the support, organisations and services that are available to them not just when needed, but every day. We have set out to place as much information as possible on one site that is relatively easy to navigate. Everything from entitlements and concessions, Government agencies, Veteran owned and run support services for mental, physical, social and emotional wellbeing and much, much more. Here at Where Veterans Go, we believe that change is possible when we stick together and put our hearts and minds to it. Simply scroll through to find a service that suits you.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. Help and Support comes in a variety of ways and is available 24/7. In an emergency, please call 000.

Australian First Responders Foundation

afrfoundation@hotmail.com

0411 133 655

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The Australian First Responder Foundation - YouTube

The Code 9 Foundation

The Code 9 Foundation is specifically for professional first responders and 000 operators living with PTSD and a variety of other mental health conditions as a result of their service to our community. The code 9 Foundation is not a crisis response service.

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The Code 9 Foundation 🇦🇺 (@code9ptsd) • Instagram photos and videos

Buddy Up Australia connects Veterans and First Responders (current and ex-serving) to their communities through physical fitness, social activities and purposeful volunteering. Please click on the logo or this text for more information.

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Buddy Up Australia (@buddyupaustralia) • Instagram photos and videos

PTSD Dogs Australia is a registered charity that rescue dogs who rescue Veterans and First Responders. Please click the logo to find out more information or to to donate to a fantastic cause.

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PTSD Dogs Australia (@ptsdassistancedogs) • Instagram photos and videos

Homefront provides a full range of DVA household services anywhere in Australia at no out of pocket cost. Click on their logo to find out more information.

Mates 4 Mates is an organisation that provides support for Veterans and their families with psychological services, rehab and wellbeing, social activities and skills for recovery. Click their logo to find out more information.

Defence Member and Family Helpline offers a wide variety of services for veterans and their families. Click the image for more information.

This is a 24hr helpline.

Please call 1800 624 608

Defence all hours support line.

Confidential telephone service for ADF members and their families. Click the image for more information.

This is a 24hr helpline.

Please Call 1800 628 036

A Not-For-Profit organisation that assists current and ex-serving members and their families. While Soldier On provides ongoing support, they do not provide crisis support. In an emergency please call 000 or find a relevant ADF/EMS support service from this list.

Smeac is a Veterans hub created specifically for Veterans and their families to seek help, support and access the services they need. Click on their logo for more information. Located in QLD.

Young Veterans helps to connect Veterans to their community through a variety of events including but not limited to camping, yoga, surfing and social outings. Click on their logo for more information and to find your nearest chapter.

Anonymous, free, available 24/7, understands military lifestyle and culture.

1800 142 072

A Not-For-Profit organisation that supports veterans in rural communities. RCSS provides support for vulnerable Veterans in rural areas. Click on their logo for more information.

Specially built community hub for veterans and first Responders. Includes 3 purpose built homes, off grid adventure properties and much, much more. Click on their logo to find out more.

Founded by Australian Vietnam Veterans providing 24hr access to crisis support, mental health assessments and counselling to veterans and their families. Please click the image for more information.

Please call 1800 011 046

In an emergency please call 000

RSL Australia provides a wide variety of support networks and services for current and ex-serving members. Click on the image to find out more and to access your nearest branch.

(To find your nearest branch scroll right to the bottom and select your state).

Legacy provides support and services to families who have lost a loved one in service. Click on the image to learn more about their services or for general enquiries call the below number.

(02) 8333 0600

Defence Members and Family Support

1800 624 608

MemberAndFamilyHelpline@defence.gov.au

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