The ACT Government has launched 'Minds Together', a free online program to support families, friends, and carers of those experiencing suicidal distress.
People in support roles often provide life-saving practical and emotional support, Minds Together provides additional support and tailored resources for those support people when a loved one is experiencing suicidal distress.
Minister for Mental Health Rachel Stephen-Smith said the program benefits the person experiencing distress, while also reducing distress and enhancing coping mechanisms for the carers themselves.
"There are many complexities and challenges that friends, families and carers navigate when supporting those in suicidal distress, or after a suicide attempt," Minister Stephen-Smith said.
"The Minds Together program provides free access to information, lived experience stories and targeted low-intensity modules to help support people when they are supporting someone who is experiencing suicidal distress or has attempted suicide. It also connects users with information about aftercare services available in the ACT."
