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Free and confidential. You don’t have to know what to say when they answer.
In danger right now? Call 000.
Talk now, any time, day or night
- Red NoseSupport when a baby or child has passed on, at any age.1300 308 307
- LifelineCrisis support by phone, text or chat.13 11 14
- MensLine AustraliaCounselling for men, including grief.1300 78 99 78
- Suicide Call Back ServiceIf you’re having thoughts of suicide, or you’re worried about someone.1300 659 467
Text, don’t talk
- SMS4dads grief messagesFree texts for 15 weeks, written with Dads who’ve been there, made with Red Nose.Sign up
- Lifeline textText a trained crisis supporter.0477 13 11 14
Talk to a Dad who’s been there
- Red Nose: talk to another bereaved DadUp to three booked support calls with a Dad who’s been there. Not a 24/7 service.Book a call
- Bears of Hope: the Dads’ WhatsApp groupA quiet group just for Dads. Share a thought or a photo with Dads who get it.How to join
- Love From Dad: the Dads’ WhatsApp groupA private group chat for bereaved Dads across Australia and beyond. Talk, listen, or just sit quietly with Dads who get it. Ask to join by email or on Instagram.How to join
Counselling and groups
- Bears of HopeFree counselling, support groups, and a Dads Sport & Support Weekend.1300 11 4673
- Red NoseCounselling, peer support and groups.Details
Outside Australia
- Find a helplineFree, confidential helplines in your country.findahelpline.com
Every number and description is re-checked on each provider’s own site before launch, and every quarter after. Last checked 2 October 2026.