Support and Resources

The Support and Resources page is intended to provide clear, practical information and

guidance for individuals, families, and carers. These resources are not a replacement for

professional support, but may be helpful alongside therapeutic or social work services.

People seek support for many different reasons. You may find it helpful to reach out if you

are:

• Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or emotionally exhausted

• Navigating disability, diagnosis, or the NDIS

• Supporting a child or young person with complex needs

• Experiencing relationship or family stress

• Adjusting to change, loss, or major life transitions

Seeking support is not a sign of failure. It is often a practical step towards understanding,

stability, and wellbeing.

Practical Pillars is not an emergency or crisis service.

If you or someone you are supporting is at immediate risk, please contact emergency

services on 000.

For 24-hour support:

• Lifeline: 13 11 14

• Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636

• Kids Helpline (ages 5–25): 1800 55 1800

The following strategies may be helpful in everyday life:

• Grounding techniques to support regulation during periods of distress

• Simple routines to support predictability and emotional safety

• Pausing and breathing strategies to reduce overwhelm

• Reflective journalling or note-taking to clarify thoughts and emotions

These tools are intended to support wellbeing and can be adapted to suit individual needs.

Navigating disability systems and the NDIS can feel complex and confusing.

Social work support within the NDIS may assist with:

• Understanding goals and support needs

• Building capacity for daily living and emotional wellbeing

• Supporting families and carers

• Navigating health, education, and disability systems

Further information about NDIS support through Practical Pillars is available on the NDIS

Support page.