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If you are not ‘travelling too well’ ... ... you’re not alone. There are men and women of all ages who were in the defence forces and have trouble coping emotionally with the everyday demands of life.

You might be experiencing:

• trouble sleeping or feeling down
• fear, worry and constant tension
• moodiness and anger
• excessive alcohol or drug use.

Help is available and it can make a real difference. Take the first steps...

Come along yourself or with a friend or family member, to one of our community meetings. You’ll:

• hear others talk about their experiences of having trouble coping and the help they’ve received.
• hear how families cope and can help too
• hear local health professionals talk about what they can offer you. Find out what is involved with getting help.
• have the opportunity to chat about your best options for yourself or for helping someone else.

Or get help directly.

Talk to your local doctor

Call 1800 011 046 (24 hours) VVCS-Veterans and
Veterans Families Counselling Service

Contact one of the How are you travelling? Partners

• Geelong Clinic
  Sue Eddy
  Phone: 5248 1155
• St John of God Healthcare Warrnambool
  John Parkinson
  Phone: 5564 0629
• Austin Health Veterans Psychiatry Unit
  Jane Nursey
  Phone: 9496 2743

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