One of the most important things we can do is to show care for ourselves and each other, and to speak up when we think something, or someone is not ok.
Often just talking about a problem is a great first step. If you notice any changes in behaviour or performance in yourself, a colleague, friend or family member, consider whether this could potentially be a mental health concern. Starting a conversation with someone that you’re concerned about can help them to open up, share their worries, and seek further support if necessary.
Talking to someone about their mental health isn’t always easy, but even that simple act could change a life. So, if you see someone you think may be struggling – reach out and ask if they are ok. If you are having a difficult time yourself, talk to someone. Whether it’s your Manager, a team mate, a friend or your General Practitioner. There are also Health Safety Environment (HSE) and Human Resources team members available – as well as trained Mental Health First Aiders on many of our Thales sites (a list of these can be found on our intranet page, or via your local HSE team).
Know when to reach out
Some things we can manage on our own, but there are some others we can’t. Knowing the difference is another important skill. The first step is to ask for help.
You can also connect to an expert, via one of the following resources:
Counselling, Resources & Advice:
- 24/7 availability
- Mental health support
- Medical support
- Safety & wellbeing support
Download the app to access
Sonders’ great services,
instructions can be found here
or by calling 1800 234 560
Providing support for those experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Call 13 11 14 or visit
Providing information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health.
Call 1300 224 636 or visit
Open Arms provide mental health support to Navy, Army and Air Force personnel, veterans & their families
Call 1800 011 046 or visit
Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25
Call 1800 55 1800 or visit
QLife provides anonymous and free LGBTI peer support and referral for people in Australia wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.
Call 1800 184 527 or visit
MensLine Australia offers free 24/7 telephone and online counselling support for men with concerns about mental health, anger management, family violence, addiction, stress and wellbeing.
Call 1300 78 99 78 or visit
Blue Knot provides information and support for anyone who is affected by complex trauma
Call 1300 657 380 or visit
1800RESPECT is the national domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service.
Call 1800 737 732 or visit
