Looking after each other matters. This page brings together the community-run programs, mental-health resources and crisis contacts we share most often with residents.

If you are in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000). If you need someone to talk to right now, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24/7). For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander crisis support, call 13YARN on 13 92 76.

Spring Bay Community Food Hub

The Spring Bay Community Food Hub is a not-for-profit, volunteer-run association supporting our community with access to affordable food. Hampers cost $25 and contain around $70 worth of groceries; bread, vegetables and fruit are added at no extra cost when available.

• When: Thursdays, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (or until sold out)
• Where: 15 Vicary Street, Triabunna
• Latest updates: Spring Bay Community Food Hub on Facebook

Mental health support

Looking after mental health is just as important as physical health. The contacts below are free, confidential and available across Tasmania.

Service	Phone	When
Lifeline	13 11 14	24/7
Beyond Blue	1300 22 4636	24/7
13YARN — Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis line	13 92 76	24/7
Kids Helpline — for ages 5 to 25	1800 55 1800	24/7
1800RESPECT — sexual assault, domestic & family violence	1800 737 732	24/7
Tasmanian Mental Health Helpline	1800 332 388	24/7
healthdirect — non-urgent health advice	1800 022 222	24/7

Bicheno Mental Health Services Directory

Bicheno’s community-led directory of mental health and wellbeing services is reviewed each year by local providers. It lists who to contact for counselling, support groups, GP-managed mental health plans and youth services across our region.

Aged care and home support

If you or a family member needs help to keep living independently, My Aged Care is the Tasmanian Government starting point. Their assessors can arrange Home Care Packages, the Commonwealth Home Support Programme and short-term restorative care.

• My Aged Care — 1800 200 422 — myagedcare.gov.au

Disability support

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides funding for eligible Australians under 65 with a permanent and significant disability. Local Area Coordinators help with planning and finding registered providers.

• NDIS — 1800 800 110 — ndis.gov.au

Drug and alcohol support

• Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS Tasmania) — 1800 811 994 — 24/7
• Family Drug Support — 1300 368 186 — 24/7

Community connection

Many of our residents stay healthier by staying connected. Walking groups, community lunches, men’s sheds and volunteering opportunities run regularly across the municipality. Check the Community Events calendar for what’s coming up.