Crisis contact information
If you are in an emergency, life-threatening situation, please phone 000.
If you are in a crisis situation outside of business hours, please refer to the list below of recommended contacts. For the most accurate, up-to-date information, visit the Victorian Government’s Health website.
Crisis contact list
Service |
Focus |
Number |
Operating hours |
| After hours housing crisis accommodation, please call St Kilda Crisis Service | Emergency housing assistance | 1800 627 727 | 24 hours/7 days |
| The Orange Door | The Orange Door is a free service for adults, children and young people who are experiencing or have experienced family violence and families who need extra support with the care of children | 1800 219 819 | 9-5pm Monday to Friday |
| Child Protection | For children and young people whose safety is at risk | 1800 075 599 | (5pm to 9am Monday to Friday, 24 hours on weekends and public holidays) |
| Gamblers Help | Free, confidential Gambler’s Help services | 1800 858 858 | 24 hours/7 days |
| National Debt Helpline | Free, confidential and independent advice on your finances | 1800 007 007 | Weekdays 9:30am – 4:30pm |
| Lifeline | Crisis support, suicide prevention and mental health support services | 13 11 14 | 24 hours/7 days |
| Parentline | Parents and carers with children from birth to 18 years | 132 289 | 8 am–midnight/7 days |
| Family Relationships advice line | Helps families affected by relationship or separation issues | 1800 050 321 | Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm local time Saturday 10am to 4pm local time Closed Sundays and national public holidays |
| Beyond Blue | Depression, anxiety and related disorders | 1300 224 636 | 24 hours/7 days |
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