Millions found for mental health support

Millions of dollars have been set aside in the federal budget to help support people who have attempted suicide.





More than $37 million has been pledged over four years for follow-up care for people discharged from hospital, with $10.5 million going to beyondblue.

Charity Lifeline has been given $33.8 million to bolster its telephone crisis service and to train more staff.

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has previously praised the organisation's thousands of volunteers for helping to save lives.

A further $1.2 million has also been found for SANE's suicide awareness campaign 'Better off with you', using personal stories of those who have tried to take their lives.

Readers seeking support and information about suicide prevention can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467.

MensLine Australia 1300 78 99 78.


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