Information & Support
Linking you to the right place
One site, One Umbrella, One place
Your choice, You're in Control, Your space
The AV Connect Program is Not just service related
Non-Government, no fees, no endorsements, no commissions, no products.
Most comprehensive Australian Veteran support linking Network.
58 comprehensive TOPICs and growing
The Av Connect Program makes information available on the understanding that we are not thereby engaged in rendering professional advice. We will make every reasonable effort to maintain current and accurate information. Users should carefully evaluate the accuracy, currency, completeness and relevance of this information for their purposes before relying on the material. Users should always obtain any appropriate professional advice relevant to their particular circumstances.
Apps & Programs
The Veterans' Catalogue app is designed for serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members to link to ESO's Australia wide.
The PTSD Coach Australia app is designed for serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members. It helps you manage the symptoms that commonly occur after trauma and learn about PTSD and professional support. Free to download from App Store and Google Play.
The Operation Life app is designed for serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members. It helps you manage suicidal thoughts with self-help tools, emergency contacts and information on suicide risk factors. The app is recommended to be used with the support of a clinician, and is free.
The High Res app is designed for serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members. It helps you manage stress and build resilience with on-the-go simple tools and activities. Free to download from App Store and Google Play.
The ON TRACK with The Right Mix app is designed for serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members. It helps you keep track of your alcohol consumption and what it is costing you financially and physically. Free to download from App Store and Google Play.
Smiling Mind app Mindfulness is paying attention to the present moment with openness, curiosity and without judgement.
My Compass by the Black Dog Institute, is a self-assessment that will help you learn whether you have symptoms of depression and/or anxiety.​
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Open Arms
Treatments & Programs
Open Arms offers a range of free group programs to assist the serving and ex-serving community, as well as their families live their best life. Call 1800 011 046 to speak with an Open Arms staff member for assistance in finding the right program for you.
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Their range of group activities include group treatment programs, online groups, relationship retreats and suicide intervention education workshops.
BOOTSTRAPS
Programs
One of the most important and easily overlooked pieces of equipment for that service member is the combat boot. BOOTSTRAPS has programs to help Veterans and their families to reconnect to the community by learning and making leather products.
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Their range of activities assist in individual and group support.
Buddy Up
Buddy Up Australia connects Veterans and First Responders to their communities through physical fitness, social activities and purposeful volunteering.
Whether you are still serving or are transitioning to civilian life, Buddy Up Australia provides you with a continued sense of identity, connection and purpose. We’re here to help our community thrive and feel the support and inspiration of being part of our tribe.