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Please note that DFA is not a crisis or case management service and if this is an emergency call 000 or if you need immediate assistance please contact the Defence Member and Family Helpline on 1800 624 608.
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Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS) offer a range of programs and services to help Defence families manage military life.
To access any DMFS support services, contact the all-hours Defence Family Helpline on 1800 624 608
Crisis Support Services
Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling – 1800 628 036
Health support line (for ADF members) – 1800 IM SICK
Employee Assistance Program – 1300 687 327
Suicide Callback Service – 1300 659 467
Lifeline – 13 11 14 or text line 0477 131 114
Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636
1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732
Emergency services – 000
Useful contacts
Removals
Toll Transitions – 1800 819 167
Financial assistance
National Debt Helpline – 1800 007 007
Army Relief Trust Fund – (02) 6144 7857
Royal Australian Navy Relief Trust Fund – (02) 6155 9864
Royal Australian Air Force Welfare Trust Fund – (02) 5130 9486
Bravery Trust – 1800 272 837
Family health care
ADF Family Health Program – 1300 561 454 (claims enquiries)