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Mental health support following the Bondi attack

If you are feeling distressed, help is available. Learn about mental health supports available to you and people that you care about.

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SMS4dads

About this service

SMS4dads supports men in their role as fathers and increases awareness of their influence on baby’s brain development.

SMS4dads helps fathers understand and connect with their baby and partner. It also checks in on their wellbeing and offers professional support if needed.

This service may help:

  • Receive free text messages, support, info & tips
  • Designed for dads and dads to be
  • MoodTracker for dads & follow-up support from health professional

Service for

Parents
Carers (family, friends, professional carers)

Cost

Free

Age group

18 years and over

Availability

24/7

Duration

1 day or One-off service

Engagement

Self-guided