Any individual who is serving or has served in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) is considered a veteran, whether their service was undertaken within Australia or overseas. All veterans with at least one day permanent or continuous full-time service and their immediate family members are entitled to free and confidential mental health support services for life.
Fitness is a mental exercise
More than just physical
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Current and past full-time members of the ADF may be able to access free mental health treatment. This includes reservists who have at least one day of continuous full-time service (CFTS. You do not need to prove that your ADF service caused the conditions. DVA will cover the cost through Non-Liability Health Care (NLHC).
Mental health treatment can be provided to you by a:
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Alcohol or other drug community-based program approved by DVA
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GP,
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Hospital,
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Mental Health program by an Occupational therapist,
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Mental Health program by a Social Worker,
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Psychologist,
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Psychiatrist,
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PTSD program
You will need a Veteran White Card that covers mental health treatment, or a Veteran Gold Card.
Chaplains provide pastoral care and diverse spiritual support.
ADF Chaplains 1300 333 362
Chaplains 1800 24 27 52
Chaplaincy Australia
OPEN ARMS - Safe Zone Support is a free and anonymous counselling line for all current and ex-serving ADF personnel, veterans and their families. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Phone Line
1800 011 046
For free support, 24 hours a day, current ADF & families
Defence Member and Family Support provides a range of support services, assistance and resources to support families during deployment & family member absence. Partners of ADF members can access a range of services, including employment assistance funding and support during the ADF member's deployment.
