Organisations (other than state MND Associations) that can offer support to people with MND and their families

Relationships Australia

For relationahip support, family counselling, dispute resolution and education resources, contact your local Relationships Australia service provider. Relationships Australia is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation with no religious affiliations.

National Relay Service

The National Relay Service is a government initiative that supports people who have a speech impairment to make calls throughout Australia. An internet relay and TTY service are available, 24 hours a day. Find out more at the National Relay Service website or call 133 677.

Lifeline

For 24 hour crisis support, call Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14. People call Lifeline for support with issues including anxiety, depresison, family stress and loneliness.

Parenting Helpline

Parent Easy Guides (or PEGs) bring simple, easy-to-read information on many of the issues faced by parents from birth through adolescence. Read the Parent Easy Guide for childhood grief.

Carers Australia

Carers Australia is the peak body for state-based carers' associations. Carers' associations provide services including counselling, advice, advocacy, education and training. They also promote recognition of carers to governments, businesses and the wider public.