Getting support

There are services to support you if you have a chronic illness. Get help at home or school, mental health support, or support if you're a carer.

If you need support now

Call Lifeline on 13 11 14. They’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also access Lifeline services online.

 

Finding out you have a chronic illness can be a stressful and complex time. You may have to cope with:

  • physical pain
  • physical limitations
  • higher health care costs
  • changes to your lifestyle
  • difficult emotions.

After talking with your doctor about options for your health care, it can be helpful to get support so you can start to understand and come to terms with the diagnosis.

There are many types of help available if you have a chronic illness, including:

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