Medicare Mental Health Check In
Medicare Mental Health Check In provides free guided digital support to help you build practical skills to take better care of your mental health and wellbeing. It’s completely free for people living in Australia, and no referral or diagnosis is needed.
About Medicare Mental Health Check In
Medicare Mental Health Check In guides you through evidence-based online programs that build your skills and confidence to feel more prepared for life's ups and downs. Each program focuses on practical ways to cope with common challenges and takes around 6 weeks to complete.
They can help you with:
- stress
- mild anxiety
- sleep
- fears and worries
- low mood.
You can explore them on your own or with the support of a qualified mental health practitioner via telehealth. One step at a time.
Who can access Medicare Mental Health Check In
The service is for people who are:
- aged 16 years or older living in Australia
- feeling down, stressed or overwhelmed
- seeking low intensity mental health and wellbeing support.
How you can access Medicare Mental Health Check In
Visit the Medicare Mental Health Check In website to explore the service, understand what it offers and access practical and evidence-based support to help you feel better and more in control of your mental wellbeing.
You can connect with a qualified mental health practitioner via telehealth for a safe, supportive space to talk about what you're experiencing and work through the online programs together, towards goals that matter to you.
If you prefer to work on your own or need more flexibility, you can complete the online programs by yourself, anytime, anywhere.
To access the service, you can call 1800 595 212 (between 8:30am and 5pm weekdays, except public holidays). Our friendly Medicare Mental Health phone service staff will work with you to understand if Medicare Mental Health Check In is suitable for you.