Enhance responses to suicidality
This action area focuses on enhancing and improving the way we respond to people in crisis and distress, as well as supporting others who are affected by suicide.
Responding effectively to suicide requires a whole-of-government and whole-of-community approach where a range of agencies respond to people experiencing suicidality or distress. However, responsiveness does not begin or end with government services.
Responsiveness also includes building community capacity and confidence to identify distress early and intervene before someone reaches a suicidal crisis.
A responsive and effective system is one where supports are available to all members of the community, at the right time and place, and in the right way for their individual needs.
Actions
Enhance government and community capability to provide timely and appropriate support at the point of distress
Expand alternative entry points to support and emergency department diversion services, including after-hours support, non-medical and peer support options
Improve service accessibility, responsiveness and appropriateness by expanding existing initiatives and developing new practice models
