27 March 2025
The Australian Government has changed the name of the ‘Head to Health’ phone service and website to ‘Medicare Mental Health’ to better support service uptake and align with other trusted services funded by the Government.
What are the changes to Health to Health services?
- The national Head to Health Phone Service will be called ‘Medicare Mental Health’ (1800 595 212).
- The Head to Health website is now www.medicarementalhealth.gov.au.
Only the name of the service has changed. There will be no changes to the free, comprehensive and confidential services provided through the Medicare Mental Health phone service.
About Medicare Mental Health
The national Medicare Mental Health website (www.medicarementalhealth.gov.au) provides easy access to Medicare Mental Health initiatives, as well as other trusted mental health providers and their services, information and support.
Mental health and wellbeing service options you can access on the website include:
- multi-purpose support
- crisis support
- helplines and web chats
- clinician-supported online therapy
- self-directed education programs and tools
- moderated peer support forums
Medicare Mental Health is free. An appointment or referral is not required to access this service. You can also make a free call to 1800 595 212 between 8:30am – 5pm weekdays (except public holidays) and be connected with a trained professional. They can help you access local mental health services and supports that are right for you.
