Backing Australia’s Emergency Service Workers
Keep Holding On (KHO) is a charity dedicated to supporting the Mental Health and Wellbeing of our Police, Fire and Ambulance Officers.
Our Purpose
To produce and distribute “Keep Holding On” remedial Bracelets for Police, Fire Brigade and Ambulance Officers, free of charge.
To raise awareness amongst each emergency service, and the general public, about PTSD, and related illnesses.
Break down the stigma of workplace mental health injuries amongst Emergency Service workers.
Champion change amongst the services to provide better care to members with mental health challenges.
Make connections, and support, other mental health organizations and groups and to work collaboratively for positive change.
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While we are here to help, its important to note that we are not a crisis support centre and we do not replace professional help.
If you are in Crisis, Please ring 000 immediately.
Below are other support services available.
First Responders Support Contacts
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 (Available 24/7)
Lifeline- Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention. 13 11 14
Victoria Police PTSD Support
Victoria Police wellbeing Services 1300 090 995 (24/7)
The police Association 1300 361 008 (24/7)
SMG Health 1800 273 865 ( No Referral Required)
Fire Rescue Victoria
(03) 9665 4500 (quote pager 202 354
Ambulance Victoria
1800 626 377
Triple Zero Victoria - Acacia EAP
Acacia Connection 1300 364 273
Black Dog Institute - blackdoginstitue.org.au