A research, clinical, educational and community oriented facility specialising in mood disorders. It facilitates a second opinion service for people with severe and/or treatment-resistant mood disorders through a number of clinics (Depression Clinic and Bipolar Clinic–this is strictly an assessment, no treatment involved). Psychology clinic also offered for people with mood disorders (ongoing treatment). Professional education and training programs are conducted for psychiatrists, general practitioners, psychologists and other mental health practitioners. Also conducts an extensive research program and regularly recruits volunteer participants in research trials. Support groups for people with bipolar and depression, social anxiety, separation anxiety & gambling (only run when there are enough participants). REACH program (time limited psycho-education group) facilitated by volunteers. Can send speakers out to community groups and other events. Community programs include seminars, professional education, workplace training, youth programs and curriculum resource for secondary school educators.
Organisation Hours: 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday

Prince of Wales Hospital

Prahran Mission provides direct, personalised assistance for people whose ability to manage their daily activities and live independently is being severely impacted by mental illness including Bipolar. Have to do an intake to see if eligible. For more information go to website or call (03) 9692 9400

Fax: (03) 9827 1044
Address: Rear, 86A Kooyong Road (corner Clarendon Street)

Mental Health Services delivers care to Tasmanians with a severe mental illness through community teams and inpatient settings. Mental Health Services also work in partnership with the community sector to deliver a range of services for people experiencing mental ill health.

Bipolar consumer support group open support group for people with bipolar held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 7pm-9pm for more information call the carer helpline on 1300 550 265

Level 2, 76-80 Turnham Ave, Rosanna VIC

Where: Berwick Healthcare. 76 Clyde Rd, Berwick (opposite McDonalds).

When: On the first Wednesday of each month.

Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm

There is no requirement to book, just come along and it’s free. You will be made most welcome.

Prahran Mission provides direct, personalised assistance for people whose ability to manage their daily activities and live independently is being severely impacted by mental illness including Bipolar. Have to do an intake to see if eligible. For more information go to website or call (03) 8825 4900

Fax: (03) 5996 8065

The purpose of our support group is to provide an opportunity for people living with bipolar disorder to connect with those with similar experiences. Group members gain strength and support from each other, and learn new ways of coping through sharing feelings, knowledge, information and ideas.

Speakers on topics like mental health services or health and well-being are also arranged at regular intervals. The Knox Bipolar Support Group meets at Rowville on the third Wednesday each month from 7:30 to 9:00pm.

There is no requirement to book, just come along and it’s free. You will be made most welcome.

Prahran Mission provides direct, personalised assistance for people whose ability to manage their daily activities and live independently is being severely impacted by mental illness including Bipolar. Have to do an intake to see if eligible. For more information go to website or call (03) 9692 9400

Fax: (03) 9859 8383

This is a mutual support group for people who experience bipolar disorder. The purpose of the group is to provide an opportunity for people living with bipolar disorder to connect with those with similar experiences. Group members gain strength and support from each other and learn new ways of coping through sharing feelings knowledge, information and ideas. We arrange a variety social events to help do this. Casual coffee, catch ups, movie nights, nature walks, dog walks, some other low impact exercise, meditation and yoga classes. This will help us stay well and stay mindful whilst having fun. For more infomation on times and locations go to website and click join us!

Prahran Mission provides direct, personalised assistance for people whose ability to manage their daily activities and live independently is being severely impacted by mental illness including Bipolar. Have to do an intake to see if eligible. For more information go to website or call (03) 9692 9400

Fax: (03) 9584 1888
Address: Rear, 313 Charman Road (Corner Maude Street)

The Mental Health Foundation Australia is running a monthly peer support group for the carers of people with Bipolar Disorder.

This support group offers carers of those suffering from Bipolar to build networks, attain support and to share their collective experiences.

This support group is free of cost.

Register to attend: https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/register

In Person: Every 1st Thursday of the month 7:00pm - 8:30pm, at G1, 10 Yarra Street, South Yarra VIC 3141.

Online: Every 3rd Thursday of the month 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/bipolar-carers-support-group

Open support & information groups for carers of someone with a mental illness. Supporting a loved one with a mental health challenge can be hard, and often we forget to look after ourselves. Come along to the group, connect with other carers and learn more about how HelpingMinds can support you.

Date: 3rd Monday of every month

Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm

Location: Rockingham Older Adult Mental Health Services,
7/5 Goddard St, Rockingham

This group provides mutual support for people with bipolar and other mood disorders. The group is run for and by people with mood disorders. It’s a safe place where we can get together, discuss the challenges that may arise in being diagnosed with a mood disorder, as well as connect with people that won’t judge us for our ‘ups and downs’.

The Bipolar Life Melbourne Bipolar Support Group holds its monthly get together at The Duke of Wellington Hotel, 146 Flinders St, Melbourne 3000. We meet on the 4th Saturday of each month from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Ph: (03) 8825 3506 /On the day: 0403 535 332

If you have a mental illness and need support we can help you with rehabilitation and managing your recovery. You are not alone. One in five people will experience mental illness at some point in their lives and that means many more people will be affected by it. If you are the carer of a loved one with mental illness we can help you with support services, referral and respite.

Address: Suite 13 Crangold Business Centre 129a Lake St
Organisation Hours: 9am-4pm Monday to Friday

We aim to improve the quality of life for the one in five Tasmanian families, friends, carers and people living with mental health issues and mental illness. Carers are people who provide unpaid physical, practical or emotional support to a family member, friends, neighbours or colleagues with mental ill health.

Open support & information groups for carers of someone with a mental illness 2nd Fri Monthly. RSVP (08) 9427 7100 or for more information, contact info@helpingminds.org.au. Organisation Hours: From: 10:00 am Until: 12:00 pm

Open support & information groups for carers of someone with a mental illness 4th Thurs Monthly. RSVP (08) 9427 7100 or for more information, contact info@helpingminds.org.au.

Prahran Mission provides direct, personalised assistance for people whose ability to manage their daily activities and live independently is being severely impacted by mental illness including Bipolar. Have to do an intake to see if eligible. For more information go to website or call (03) 9525 5478

Fax: (03) 9534 2144
Address: Engagement Hub, 101 Carlisle Street (Corner Carlisle and Chapel Streets)

Group support services provide opportunities for involvement activities in the general community. Groups are a place where clients can meet other people, develop friendships, and give and receive peer support and learn new skills. Mind has group services at the offices listed below. For information about other group support services and where they are run, contact Mind on 1300 286 463.

Community-managed organisations provide a critical network of services that support people affected by mental illness and their families, and help them live valued lives in their community.

Fax: (08) 9420 7280
Organisation Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday

Belconnen group meets every Monday 1:30pm at Meeting room 4 Belconnen Community Centre Cnr of Swanson Court and Chandler st

We have a professional and compassionate team of staff and dedicated volunteers who provide quality, confidential support and services to children, youth, adults and families who are caring for someone with a mental illness or individuals who are affected by a mental illness. The majority of our services are free of charge and focus on: advocacy, understanding the mental health system, education, counselling and support, school holiday programs and respite.

Fax: (08) 9427 7119
Address: The Carer Centre 182 Lord Street
Organisation Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm

The SUPPORT Service Mission provides the basis for quality service programs to our members.

 Our goal is to provide the finest quality services with a continued commitment to promoting practices that promote recovery and respect the dignity of people with mental illness
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The purpose of SUPPORT is to help people with mental illness toward a better way of life.
The SUPPORT goal is to help people live satisfying, hopeful, and contributing lives even within the limitations caused by mental illness.
The aim of SUPPORT is to change people’s attitudes, values, feelings, goals, skills, and roles to recover and improve well-being.

Organisation Hours: 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday

Rosny group meets every Thursday at 11:00am at Meeting Room 3, Clarence Integrated Health Centre 22-26 Bayfield Street

Meets last Friday of the month at either The Hub, 562 MacAuley St, ALBURY NSW or The Training Room, Gateway Health, 155 High St WODONGA VIC. Organisation Hours: 1pm – 2.30pm

The Bentleigh Bipolar Support Group holds its monthly meetings at Godfrey Street Community House, just a short 3 minute walk from Bentleigh station. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 7:00pm to 8:30pm.

Head Office
Arafmi is the peak body for unpaid mental health carers in Queensland, advocating for systemic reforms, and provides free services for mental health carers.
Office hours: 8.30am - 4.30pm Mon-Fri
Address: 6 Ambleside St, West End QLD 4101
Phone: (07) 3254 1881

Mental Health Carer Hub
Arafmi provides a range of services and programs including:
- a 24hr Carer Support Line: Call 1300 554 660 to talk with someone, receive support, find resources and information (please note - this is not a crisis line).
- 24hr Regional QLD Carer Support Line: Call 1800 351 881 (landline).
- carer support groups.
- education workshops and information sessions.
- one-on-one support.
- carer respite accommodation.
- regional carer support.
- Culture Care for mental health carers from multicultural backgrounds.
Address: 315 Harcourt St, New Farm QLD 4005
Phone: 1300 554 660 or 1800 351 881 (regional) for carer support helpline (24/7)

Bipolar support group for consumers and their family/friends. Social events also arranged. Group is also open to people who have both bipolar and depression. Group is held last Friday of every second month.

If you would like to know more about Hawkesbury Bipolar Bears Support Group, please contact Maree Twomey between 10am – 4pm… TELEPHONE: 0400 149 881

The group is not running during the current COVID-19 situation but aims to be running again when groups are able to meet again.

Meeting Room 1, GP Clinic , Hawesbury Hospital

Carer support groups allow you to meet other carers, exchange information or simply let off steam. Other carers can relate to your situation, offer practical advice based on experience and help you feel less alone. For information on groups in your location call 1800 242 636

If you have a mental illness and need support we can help you with rehabilitation and managing your recovery. You are not alone. One in five people will experience mental illness at some point in their lives and that means many more people will be affected by it. If you are the carer of a loved one with mental illness we can help you with support services, referral and respite.

Fax: (07) 4953 0509

Our aim at Even Keel is to offer friendship, understanding, information and a sense of hope to people living with Bipolar Disorder or related disorders. Also to educate people and thus remove the stigma associated with mental illness. We also welcome family, friends and other interested community members.

Organisation Hours: 9:30am-3:30pm Fridays and Mondays

The Frankston Bipolar Support Group has been meeting monthly since August 2017 at Orwil Street Community House, Frankston.

The purpose of our support group is to provide an opportunity for people living with bipolar disorder to connect diagnosed people with similar experiences. Group members gain strength and support from each other, and learn new ways of coping through sharing feelings, knowledge, information and ideas. Speakers on topics like mental health services or health and well-being are also arranged at regular intervals.

Support group meetings are held at Orwil Street Community House, 16 Orwil St, Frankston, 3199 on the FOURTH Monday of each month from 7:00pm to 8:30pm.

Prahran Mission provides direct, personalised assistance for people whose ability to manage their daily activities and live independently is being severely impacted by mental illness including Bipolar. Have to do an intake to see if eligible. For more information go to website or call (03) 9692 9400

Fax: (03) 9807 2101
Address: Level 1, 12 Hamilton Place

Find a Psychologist in your area Australia wide that can help you with diagnoses, information and referrals.

Level 13, 257 Collins St, Melbourne VIC

Narrabundah group meets every Tuesday at 10:00am and Thursday 5:30pm at Grow House 9 Anembo st, Narrabundah ACT 2604

During the current COVID-19 situation, groups are running on zoom. New members can join by calling (02) 6295 7791 or emailing act@grow.org.au

We provide services to people seeking support for their mental health. Mind works with people aged 16 years and over whose ability to manage their daily activities and to live in the community is impacted by mental health issues. We work with people who seek our support to set goals, and develop the knowledge and skills to achieve them. Our focus is on an individual’s strengths, values and support preferences rather than their illness.

Organisation Hours: 8:30am – 5pm Monday to friday

Working with other services and the community to better support people with severe and persistent mental illnesses such as schizophrenia or bipolar who have complex needs. We are also working with individuals, carers and families to get services and supports operating in a more collaborative, coordinated and integrated way. Aims to assist those with serious mental illness in recovery with support resources. Must be 18 years and over.

Organisation Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm

Level 1, The Air Raid Centre, Cnr Vulcan St and Mirrabooka Ave, Moruya, NSW

The Box Hill Bipolar Support Group meets monthly at the Box Hill Community Arts Centre, 470 Station Street, Box Hill at 7:30pm on the THIRD WEDNESDAY of each month.

The Northcote Bipolar Support Group holds its monthly meetings at the Northcote Library (meeting room).

The purpose of our support group is to provide an opportunity for people living with bipolar disorder to connect diagnosed people with similar experiences.

Group members gain strength and support from each other, and learn new ways of coping through sharing feelings, knowledge, information and ideas. Speakers on topics like mental health services or health and well-being are also arranged at regular intervals.

Northcote Library, 32/38 Separation St, Northcote (near High St).

We meet on the 3rd Monday of each month from 7:30pm - 9:00pm.

There is no requirement to book, just come along and it’s free. You will be made most welcome.

The Centre for Clinical Interventions (CCI) provides a clinical service for adults with complex mental health disorders and all individuals with comprehensive multi-axial clinical assessment. CCI also provides Treatment programs, Individual therapy and Specialist Group Programs that conducts an adjunctive cognitive behavioural group intervention for people with bipolar disorder.

The focus of this treatment program is on providing individuals with information about their illness, helping them identify early warning signs that precede a mood episode, and teaching them strategies to prevent hypomanic or manic episodes and to manage depressive episodes more effectively. CCI also conducts a cognitive behavioural group intervention for people with social phobia and social anxiety disorder.

CCI also provides a Bipolar Disorder Program and support meeting for family, friends and carers of someone with bipolar disorder. The sessions are free but you will need to express interest in advance so CCI can know how many sessions to schedule.

Please note that all treatment programme participants require a referral and to have completed a clinical assessment at CCI prior to being accepted for treatment. Please see our Referral Information section for further details about the referral process. Organisation Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Carers Victoria will provide advice, information and support for carers to improve their health, wellbeing, capacity, financial security and resilience.

Organisation Hours: 8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday

We are a mutual support group for people who experience bipolar disorder. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Geelong Library, 51 Little Malop St, Geelong 3220 (level 2 meeting room) from 6.30 to 8.00pm. There is no requirement to register, just come along and it’s free.

If you need support for your mental wellbeing, Grow can help. Our members are people just like you, who’ve learned and are learning skills to help them in their everyday lives. We encourage new members to come along and see if it’s for them. There’s no obligation to continue if you feel it’s not for you.

Organisation Hours: 8:30am-430pm Monday to Friday

Prahran Mission provides direct, personalised assistance for people whose ability to manage their daily activities and live independently is being severely impacted by mental illness including Bipolar. Have to do an intake to see if eligible. For more information go to website or call (03) 9692 9500

Fax: (03) 9510 9627

1. Support People on Their Mental Health Journey
2. Improve Lives Through Community Acceptance & Social Inclusion
3. Design & Deliver a Choice Innovative Quality Services
4. Build a Strong & Valued Mental Health Foundation

Fax: (02) 6282 6674
Organisation Hours: 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday

Launceston group meets every Wednesday at 1:00pm at Kings Meadows Community Health Centre 22 McHugh St Kings Meadows.

OneWave is a non-profit surf community tackling funks like depression, anxiety and bipolar with a simple recipe; salt-water, surfing, good mates and Fluro Fridays. For more information visit the website or call. Varies -Early Morning Sessions at 6:30am

Open support & information groups for carers of someone with a mental illness 2nd Thurs Monthly. RSVP (08) 9427 7100 or for more information, contact info@helpingminds.org.au. Organisation Hours: From: 10:30 am Until: 12:00 pm

Established in 2013, Mood Active is a small, not for profit association based in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. We provide low cost group exercise programs for people diagnosed with depression and anxiety to help them get back on their feet…

Mood Active is an exercise therapy program designed to help people suffering from mood disorders such as depression anxiety and bipolar disorder – our trainers have awareness of the typical barriers for our participants, which may include medication side-effects as well as generally low mood or physical inactivity.

Various Locations in Sydney

Open support & information groups for carers of someone with a mental illness. RSVP (08) 9427 7100 or for more information, contact info@helpingminds.org.au

The purpose of our support group is to provide an opportunity for people living with bipolar disorder to connect with those with similar experiences. Group members gain strength and support from each other, and learn new ways of coping through sharing feelings, knowledge, information and ideas. Speakers on topics like mental health services or health and well-being are also arranged at regular intervals. The Newport Bipolar Support Group holds fortnightly meetings at Outlets Neighbourhood House.

Support group meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month from 7:30pm to 9:00pm at:-

Outlets Neighbourhood House 43 Mason St NEWPORT

Outlets House is a short 1 minute walk from from Newport Railway Station.

There is no requirement to book, just come along and it’s free. You will be made most welcome.

If you need support for your mental wellbeing, Grow can help. Our members are people just like you, who’ve learned and are learning skills to help them in their everyday lives. We encourage new members to come along and see if it’s for them. There’s no obligation to continue if you feel it’s not for you.

Address: McDougall Building Ellerslie Rd
Organisation Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday

A support group for carers who wish to connect with others who support someone with mental health issues, who understand the ups and downs of the carer role. This is a great option for people who would like to feel connected but do not require counselling support or would like more informal support in conjunction with counselling support. For more information email info@helpingminds.org.au or call (08) 9427 7100. Please note there is not group meeting in December. Groups meet 3rd Thurs Monthly. Organisation Hours: From: 6:00 pm Until: 7:00 pm

If you need support for your mental wellbeing, Grow can help. Our members are people just like you, who’ve learned and are learning skills to help them in their everyday lives. We encourage new members to come along and see if it’s for them. There’s no obligation to continue if you feel it’s not for you.

Organisation Hours: 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday

If you have a mental illness and need support we can help you with rehabilitation and managing your recovery. You are not alone. One in five people will experience mental illness at some point in their lives and that means many more people will be affected by it. If you are the carer of a loved one with mental illness we can help you with support services, referral and respite.

Fax: (07) 4725 3819
Organisation Hours: 9am-4pm Monday to Friday

Carers WA is the peak body that represents the needs and interests of carers in Western Australia. We work to achieve an improved quality of life for family carers in our state. Our role is to work in active partnership with carers, persons with care and support needs, health professionals, service providers, government and the wider community to achieve an improved quality of life for carers.

Organisation Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday

A peer led group for people who are supporting someone with a mental health issue.
An informal confidential monthly get together where you may share stories, ideas, issues with other people that maybe experiencing a similar situation to yours.
Future dates and locations to be advised.

Welcomes people with bipolar and carers.

Meets every last Sunday of the month 1pm – 4pm in the Alma King room, at the Mid-Mountains Neighbourhood Centre/Belong Centre 9 New Street, Lawson.

For more information, text Steph on 0403 886 667.

Goodwood group meets every Tuesday at 1:30pm at Goodwood Community House 20 Acton Crescent