19 February 2024

Safe Haven is a NSW Government-funded alternative to visiting the hospital emergency department when you’re experiencing thoughts of suicide.

This is a free mental health support which aims to reduce the incidence of suicide in our region. 

If you or someone you care about is experiencing thoughts of suicide, which might present as mild depression, deep sadness, emotional distress, helplessness or self-harm, Safe Haven is somewhere to go for support.

Peer support workers at Safe Haven have their own lived experience of suicidal distress, they understand what you might be going through and can support you through it.

Anyone is welcome at Safe Haven. There is no need to give your name or Medicare information to staff. Safe Haven is a private and confidential service provided for people aged 16 and over. For anyone below the age of 16, Safe Haven requires a parent or guardian to attend.

The Way Back Support Service (a Beyond Blue model) – one of SWSPHN’s commissioned services – is co-located at Safe Haven. The teams work together to support people at risk of suicide.

Find out more on YouTube

What is Safe Haven?

Why should I visit?

A glimpse into a visit

The role of a peer worker

Campbelltown Safe Haven

Address: 80 Woodhouse Drive Ambarvale NSW

Open: 12pm-7.30pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday (including public holidays)

 

Liverpool Safe Haven

Address: Moore St, Bigge Park, Liverpool NSW (opposite bus terminal)

Open: 12pm-7.30pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday (including public holidays)

Read more: NSW Health