Need to talk?
UnitingCare’s understanding and qualified people are waiting to take your call and guide you in times of crisis or difficulty.
Family and Child Connect
Family Relationship Advice Line
Help for families affected by relationship or separation issues. Available Mon-Fri, 8am-8pm; Sat 10am-4pm; except national public holidays.
Call 1800 050 321
Lifeline live chat
Confidential support using real-time chat technology. Available 7pm-midnight (AEST), seven days a week.
Access Lifeline online chat
Lifeline Crisis Support
Child Safe Line
Call if you have child safety concerns within a UnitingCare service or program. Available Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.
Call 1800 297 745
Next Step After Care
National Debt Helpline
Gambling support
Gambling counselling, support and information. Available Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4.30pm. Call:
07 4050 4988 (Cairns)
07 4191 3100 (Wide Bay-Burnett)
1800 858 858 (Out of hours)
Country Callback
Help for drought-affected and isolated communities in rural Queensland. Available 24/7.
Call 1800 543 354
Elder Abuse Prevention Unit
Help if you – or someone you know – are experiencing abuse as an older person. Available Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.
Call 1300 651 192
Seniors Enquiry Line
Information and referral service for Queensland seniors. Available Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.
Call 1300 135 500
Time for Grandparents
Telephone information, referral and support to all grandparents in Queensland. Available Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.
Call 1300 135 500