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Services overview

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Stride works collaboratively with health services and government partners to meet the mental health needs of local communities.

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From Tasmania to Far North Queensland

Stride delivers high quality, evidence-based mental health services throughout the Australian eastern states and territories.

Services by state

Service models and programs

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headspace

Stride is one of the largest providers of headspace services throughout Australia. We provide services in Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.

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LikeMind

LikeMind provides free and confidential integrated services for adults between the age of 25 and 65 years who are experiencing mental health concerns. LikeMind also supports families and carers.

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Medicare Mental Health Centres

The Australian Government, in partnership with states and territories, is establishing Medicare Mental Health Centres across Australia. These centres provide free, high-quality mental health care in a safe and welcoming space, with extended hours and no need for an appointment or referral.

Stride operates several centres on behalf of Primary Health Networks, staffed by qualified professionals and people with lived experience who work alongside individuals to provide care tailored to their needs.

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Safe Havens

Safe Havens provide the space for people experiencing suicidal thoughts and feelings or emotional distress to access support when they need it, in a calm and caring environment. They are a collaborative and innovative concept that works for the local community they are situated in. The space and support available have been designed in partnership with people who have been through tough times themselves and understand what does and doesn’t work. Stride operates a Safe Haven in Wollongong on behalf of NSW Health. We also operate a Safe Haven in Belconnen in the ACT.

Safe Spaces

Safe Spaces provide the space for people experiencing suicidal thoughts and feelings or emotional distress to access support when they need it, in a calm and caring environment. They are a collaborative and innovative concept that works for the local community they are situated in. The space and support available have been designed in partnership with people who have been through tough times themselves and understand what does and doesn’t work. Stride operates a Safe Space in Caboolture on behalf of Brisbane North PHN. We also operate a Safe Space in Blacktown in New South Wales.

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The Way Back Penrith

The Way Back – Penrith offers invaluable non-clinical psychosocial assistance to individuals following hospitalisation post a suicide attempt. Our dedicated team at The Way Back comprises local peer support coordinators equipped with personal experiences, empowering them to serve as crucial connectors between you and vital support networks, as well as various clinical and community-based services. The Way Back – Penrith is a free service operated through referral from Nepean Hospital for those needing ongoing support in the Penrith LGA.

Mental Health Community Support Services

Stride’s Mental Health Community Support (MHCS) programs deliver community based services for people aged 18+ that are experiencing mental health concerns. Our aim is to keep people out of hospital and improve their overall wellbeing. We do this through personalised one-on-one support, self-help services and group supports.

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Stride Kids

At Stride Kids North Brisbane, we provide specialist mental health support to children aged 0-11 with mild to moderate needs to set them up for whatever life brings.

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School Wellbeing Officers NSW

The National Student Wellbeing Program is a Commonwealth-funded initiative aimed at enhancing the wellbeing of students and the broader school community. This is achieved through the provision of pastoral care and wellbeing support services via a School Chaplain or Student Wellbeing Officer.

Stride is proud to be a pre-qualified provider under this scheme, offering Wellbeing Officers to eligible schools in the Sydney and Illawarra regions.

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Primary Health Networks

Primary Health Networks (PHNs) play a pivotal role in Australia’s health system, particularly in mental health service delivery. With thirty-one PHNs operating nationally, they are tasked with improving the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services, especially for those at risk of poor health outcomes. PHNs are instrumental in implementing the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement, which aims to reduce fragmentation and improve access to community-based services.

Stride collaborates with fifteen PHNs across five jurisdictions in Australia.

Our Primary Health Network partners