What is loneliness?
Learn what loneliness is, when it can become a problem, and the steps you can take to understand your experience and seek support.
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FriendLine
FriendLine is a free and anonymous national phone and chat service for anyone 18+ who’s feeling lonely, socially isolated, or just wants to connect with a friendly volunteer.
Cost
Free
Helps with
Loneliness
Connection
What they do
FriendLine exists to help combat loneliness through phone and online chat conversations.
It's run by friendly volunteers who are ready for a yarn and to share a story or two.
Who they're for
FriendLine is for anyone in Australia 18+ who needs to reconnect or just wants a chat.
How to contact
There are two ways to connect with FriendLine.
- Registering your phone number to receive a call a few times a week
- Logging online for a web chat.
Click here to learn more, register your phone number, or start an online chat.
FriendLine is not a crisis service.
If you are having suicidal thoughts or are feeling disorientated, it’s important to get help immediately.
You can contact Lifeline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via 13 11 14, text, and chat. If life is in danger, call 000.