Member Welfare Support Resources
We are experiencing a global pandemic with the
COVID-19 outbreak that is impacting our day to day lives at an
unprecedented level. The impact of physical distancing and isolation can
make us feel anxious, stressed and worried and please understand you all have
the support of the surf club management, your section leaders, families and
friends and of course your mates and peers at the club.
We are all in this together and stay connected and
speak to your mates, section leaders or coaches if you need help.
There are many government resources and help
available from not-for-profit organisations like Beyond Blue.
Community Support Resources
Assure programs
Assure programs SLSNSW provides information and support to help every member of Surf Lifesaving NSW 24/7. This service is provided at no cost to members
Beyondblue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age, gender or nationality. www.beyondblue.org.au
The Black Dog Institute is a translational research institute that aims to reduce the incidence of mental illness and the stigma around it, to actively reduce suicide rates and empower everyone to live the most mentally healthy lives possible. www.blackdoginstitute.org.au
Kids Helpline are committed to the care and protection of young people offering Australia’s only free, private and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. The website offers many resources to support children and young people in difficult situations. www.kidshelpline.com.au
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. www.lifeline.org.au
Movember address some of the biggest health issues faced by men including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health and suicide prevention. www.au.movember.com
Play by the Rules provides information, resources, tools and free online training to increase the capacity and capability of administrators, coaches, officials, players, parents and spectators to assist them in preventing and dealing with discrimination, harassment, child safety, inclusion and integrity issues in sport. www.playbytherules.net.au
Surf Life Saving Australia is Australia’s peak coastal water safety, drowning prevention and rescue authority. The website offers many resources to support your journey as a member including personal development opportunities and programs to protect all members from abuse, harm and exploitation. www.sls.com.au