Medicare Mental Health Check In

The Australian Government has launched Medicare Mental Health Check In, a free online service designed to support people experiencing everyday mental health challenges.

The service is available to Australians aged 16 years and over and offers a range of evidence-based programs focused on building practical skills to support mental wellbeing.

What Does the Service Offer?

Medicare Mental Health Check In includes programs designed to help people:

+ manage stress
+ improve mood
+ build problem-solving skills
+ challenge unhelpful thoughts
+ improve sleep
+ develop practical strategies for maintaining wellbeing

Participants can work through the online programs independently and, if additional support is desired, may choose guidance from a qualified mental health practitioner via telehealth.

Who Can Access the Service?

The service is:

+ free to use
+ available Australia-wide
+ accessible online
+ available to people aged 16 years and over
+ accessible without a referral or mental health diagnosis

Find Out More

To learn more about Medicare Mental Health Check In, visit:

www.mentalhealthcheckin.gov.au

You can also contact the Medicare Mental Health phone service on:

1800 595 212

For information about other Medicare Mental Health services, visit:

www.medicarementalhealth.gov.au

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