This Thursday 14 September is R U OK? Day, a national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that we’ve all got what it takes to ask, ‘are you ok?’ and support those struggling with life.

All life is valued, but sometimes we may not feel that way. On R U OK? Day, we encourage you to connect with others, share conversations and learn how to ask for help. 

Council supports a number of organisations in providing mental health services, including:

• eheadspace – online and telephone service - call 1800 650 890. 
• ReachOut Australia – Australia’s leading online mental health organisation for young people and their parents. 
• Talk to your school counsellor or access your work’s employee access program (EAP)
• Kids Helpline – for ages 5 to 25 years & parents and carers - call 1800 551 800.
• Lifeline - call 13 11 14 – 24 hours a day
• Parentline - call 1300 130 052 – weekdays 9am to 9pm / weekends 4pm to 9pm
  
  Crisis and emergencies

• 000 - Is someone seriously injured or in need of urgent medical help? Is your life or property being threatened? Have you just witnessed a serious accident or crime?
• Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service – do you feel very emotionally distressed? Do you feel you can’t cope with your symptoms or feelings? Call 1800 011 511.

October is Mental Health Month, and Council is running a number of events to celebrate this. Back by popular demand are our free Tai Chi on the Beach sessions at Maroubra, taking place every Friday starting 22 September until 24 November. Find out more: http://www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/community/whats-on/events/2017/regular/tai-chi-on-the-beach?SQ_CALENDAR_DATE=2017-09-22