The two Local Government Areas (LGAs) are among the six identified sites to hold a trial across Australia.

DBS offers an immediate, compassionate response for any person experiencing psychological distress who may be at heightened risk of suicide. The initiative is a three-week program designed to support people experiencing psychological distress, providing non-clinical support that offers practical solutions to manage distress and identify additional services to aid longer-term recovery. DBS is not an alternative for people who require urgent, hospital-based care.

Over the coming weeks, NQPHN in partnership with Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) will continue to hold virtual community and provider consultations to build our DBS services.

If you’d like to be involved, please email MHAODplanning@nqphn.com.au