Mental Health Support

Self help

If you or someone you know are struggling with their mental health and/or are having thoughts of suicide then you are not alone and you can get through this.

Getting your life back on track is not easy and it takes time to recover. It is important to see a GP or mental health worker to have a conversation and look at what is happening in your life. If this is not possible or you think the matter is more urgent then you can also make contact through the following numbers:

Emergency contacts

Ambulance	000
SA 24 hour Mental Health Triage Line (if over 18 years)	131 465
Regional Access	1300 032 186	saregionalaccess.org.au/
Lifeline	13 11 14	www.lifeline.org.au
Kids Helpline	1800 662 800	www.kidshelpline.com
Mensline Australia	1300 789 978	www.Mensline.org.au
Beyondblue Info Line	1300 224 636	www.beyondblue.org.au
Suicide Call Back Service	1300 659 467	www.suicide.callbackservice.org.au
SANE Australia	1800 187 263	www.sane.org
Headspace (for young people)	1800 650 890	www.eheadspace.org.au
Reach Out (for young people)		www.reachout.com
For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People		www.menzies.edu.au

Remember that getting well can be a process so be patient with yourself. Setbacks can be learning experiences to help you improve your recovery plan. With the right treatment and support you can be on your way to recovery. You can download this list and by clicking the button below.

Self Help Support Services List

Our services

Country Wellness Connections (CWC)

CWC provides psychosocial support services to eligible participants in the Yorke and Northern Region of country SA.

While a diagnosis from a GP or other health professional is not required to access CWC, eligible participants must experience mental health concerns that are severe enough to impact everyday life. Participants must also not be assisted by the NDIS or be receiving other psychosocial supports that duplicates this service.

CWC is non-clinical, short term and flexible in its approach and is closely connected with mental health treatment services as per client needs.

CWC services can include group-based and individual supports aiming to:

Assist Participants to identify their own individual needs and recovery goals
Build personal capacity and stability in areas as identified by the participant
Connect participants with mental health treatment services and other relevant support services as needed
Increase community participation and improve social connections to enhance mental health and general wellbeing of the participant

Participants with complex needs may also be supported to test their eligibility for NDIS.

This program is supported by funding from Country SA PHN through the Australian Government's PHN Program.

All referral sources accepted

Referral Form

Accommodation support program (ASP)

ASP is an individual psychosocial rehabilitation and support service that assists individuals to achieve an optimum level of functioning and independence in self-care, health care, household management, behaviour management, and other activities that facilitate community living skills.

The level of support is determined through a process of clinical and functional assessment, negotiation and planning, in partnership with the client and Mental Health Services. The program is funded by the Country Health SA Local Health Network (LHN) and all referrals come from their Mental Health Services Team.

If you are receiving clinical support and would benefit from non-clinical psychosocial support as well as help to test your eligibility for an NDIS package, then talk to your clinician about a referral to ASP.

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Service to Aboriginal Youth (STAY)

The Service to Aboriginal Youth (STAY) program assists young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people between the ages 10 and 19 access services and find the guidance they need to achieve their goals and strengthen their cultural and community connections

Service to Aboriginal Youth (STAY)

The Service to Aboriginal Youth (STAY) program assists young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people between the ages 10 and 19 access services and find the guidance they need to achieve their goals and strengthen their cultural and community connections
Youth Service Copper Coast

Uniting Country SA's Youth Service Copper Coast is an early intervention service targeting youth at risk of, or experiencing disengagement from their family and community within the Copper Coast region. We provide support and intervention to improve engagement with family, employment, education, training and the community.
Itchy Emu

Uniting Country SA's Itchy Emu program is helping tackle the age old problem of Head Lice. The Itchy Emu program available as a free, non-judgmental treatment and education aimed at giving children, parents and families the information to treat their own hair.
Strengthening Separated Families

Uniting Country SA's Strengthening Separated Families (SSF) program provides support to individuals and families with children and adolescents to navigate their way through various separation circumstances. Support is available through individual case management, counselling and group work to help people focus on the needs of their children during this time and manage separation in a healthy way.
Resilient Families - Targeted Intervention Service

Uniting Country SA's Targeted Intervention Service (TIS) supports families identified as being at risk of having ongoing and more serious child protection concerns without intervention. A Case Work and Case Management service is provided to build parenting capacity, increase community support networks, to develop resilient relationships and to build a safe, supportive environment for children to grow and flourish.
Family Reunification

Uniting Country SA's Resilient Families - Reunification program supports families who have become separated from their children to reunify. When children have been removed from a family for their safety, we work with the family to improve relationships and make their home safe.
Community FoodHub

Uniting Country SA's Community FoodHub provides community members with access to low cost nutritious food in a bid to improve food security in the region. This service is only available in Port Pirie
NDIS Support Services

Uniting Country SA provides a variety of support services for people on the NDIS. We provide high quality, customer friendly service and have the local knowledge and expertise to help you meet your support needs.
Uniting Country Housing (UCH)

Uniting Country Housing is a community housing provider with a number of properties across the region for eligible clients. Housing is limited to low-income families and individuals.
Port Augusta and Port Pirie Homelessness Youth Service

Uniting County SA's Port Augusta and Amity Youth Homelessness Service provide a safe, secure environment for young people who are homeless as a result of a crisis.

Coronavirus update 2 (COVID-19)

Uniting Country SA is continuing to provide our usual services during the COVID-19 crisis. If you need assistance call 1300 067 777 or email us at [email protected] You can also still call in and see us at your local UCSA office. Physical distancing guidelines will apply.
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Mission and values

Uniting Country SA is a not-for-profit social services and community organisation operating in country South Australia. We are the local experts, trying to make a difference in your community. With over 100 years of experience servicing regional communities, Uniting Country SA is dedicated to Caring for Country People.
Uniting Country Housing (UCH)

Uniting Country Housing is a community housing provider with a number of properties across the region for eligible clients. Housing is limited to low-income families and individuals.
How we provide help

Uniting Country SA provides services to families, single adults and children, who are experiencing difficulties such as domestic violence, disability and mental health issues, financial distress, homelessness, and family breakdown in country SA.
24 by 24 Movement Challenge

On the 19th of October we are supporting Nick Donnellan's 24 hour movement challenge at the Port Pirie Memorial Oval. Move how you want, when you want, for as long as you want, to raise awareness for mental health.
Homelessness Services

The Yorke and Mid North and Coober Pedy Generic Homelessness Services provides support and housing / accommodation options for homeless people and those at risk of homelessness in regional South Australia. Families, single adults, youth and couples can access support from the service
Financial Support

The Uniting Country SA financial support programs assist people in regional South Australia who are experiencing a financial crisis or are financially vulnerable. Services include financial counselling, budgeting and advocacy support, access to microfinance products and community education.