Information for injured workers
icare acknowledges that living with a mental health condition can be difficult and finding the help you need through a workers compensation claim can be a challenging experience. The Mental Health Claims Hub aims to make that journey easier for you.
About workers compensation
Claim lodgement
Liability
Claim benefits
Investigations
Injury management planning
Treatment
Return to work
What happens next?
Your safety
Other considerations
Disputes and complaints
Frequently asked questions
Mental health support services
If you have already lodged a workers compensation claim, you will be able to access support through your case manager and Nominated Treating Doctor (NTD).
If at any point you start to feel unable to keep yourself safe or experience emotional distress, there are specialised teams that you can speak to:
Emergency assistance
If you require immediate attention dial 000 or present to your local emergency rooms.
Lifeline 24/7 Crisis Support
Lifeline Crisis Support online chat service available 24/7.
Beyond Blue 24/7 Support Line
Beyond Blue web chat is available 24/7.
MensLine Australia
MensLine Australia phone and online counselling available 24/7, video chat available by appointment.
Suicide Call Back Service
Suicide Call Back Service phone and online counselling available 24/7, video chat available by appointment.
13YARN Crisis Support
13YARN 24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
1800 RESPECT
1800RESPECT 24/7 national domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service.
