Useful Links and resources

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1. Dorset Community House

• Services Offered: Educational courses, social activities, emergency food relief, information, and referral services.
• Location: Scottsdale, Tasmania.
• Contact: Visit their website for more information.

2. Housing Connect

• Services Offered: Assistance with rental applications, social housing, private rental support, and housing advice.
• Availability: By appointment at Dorset Community House.
• Contact: Call 1800 800 588.

3. Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania

• Services Offered: Free, short-term mental health support for adults and youth experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues.
• Eligibility: Residents of Dorset and surrounding areas.
• Contact: Complete the referral form available on their website or call 03 6779 1483.

4. Access Mental Health Helpline

• Services Offered: 24/7 immediate counseling support, information about the Tasmanian mental health system, and assistance with referrals to public mental health services.
• Contact: Call 1800 332 388.

5. Adult Mental Health Service

• Services Offered: Confidential assessment, treatment, support, and education for adults aged 18-65 with severe and complex mental health problems.
• Contact: Access services through the Tasmanian Department of Health.

6. Dorset Council Facilities

• Services Offered: Community halls, recreation venues, caravan parks, camping grounds, and libraries available for community use.
• Contact: Details on facilities and booking information can be found on the Dorset Council website.

7. Herrick & Pioneer Tasmania Community Group

• Services Offered: A Facebook group connecting local residents, sharing relevant information, and fostering community engagement.
• Access: Join the group here.

8. Better Health 4 Dorset

• Services Offered: Mental health support and resources, including access to an Adult Mental Health Worker.
• Contact: Dale Hunter at 0408 648 857 or via email at dale.hunter@rfdstas.org.au.

9. 24-Hour Crisis Numbers

• Emergency Services: 000
• LifeLine: 13 11 14
• Suicide Call Back Service: 1800 659 467
• Mental Health Services Helpline: 1800 332 388
• Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636
• Rural Alive and Well: 1800 729 827
• 1800RESPECT (Family Violence): 1800 737 732
• MensLine: 1800 789 978
• Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
• STANDBY (Support after suicide): 0400 183 490
• A Tasmanian Lifeline (8:00am—8:00pm, 7 days): 1800 984 434