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      We offer a wide range of support to help your health and wellbeing be the best it can be. Access peer-led wellbeing programs, social connection, online learning modules and more. 

      Email

      Hear back from us in one to two business days.

      vs@rslqld.org

      Phone

      From 8am-5pm Monday to Friday

      134 775

      Veteran & Family Wellbeing Centres

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      in Brisbane, Cairns, the Sunshine Coast and Townsville.


      For free 24-hour counselling, please call

      Open Arms

      on

      1800 011 046

      .

      Email

      Hear back from us in one to two business days.

      vs@rslqld.org

      Phone

      From 8am-5pm Monday to Friday

      134 775

      Veteran & Family Wellbeing Centres

      Visit us

      in Brisbane, Cairns, the Sunshine Coast and Townsville.


      For free 24-hour counselling, please call

      Open Arms

      on

      1800 011 046

      .

      Helping veterans and their families thrive 

      RSL Queensland provides comprehensive health and wellbeing support to help veterans and their families thrive.  

      Whether you have challenges to navigate or just want to keep your wellbeing in top form, we and our partners have people and programs to support you physically, mentally and socially.  

      Access everything from physical rehabilitation and psychology services to peer-led wellbeing programs, social connection activities, and free online learning modules. 

      Our services are driven by ongoing research and tailored to the specific needs of veterans and their families. 

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      Support services and programs 

      Access a range of clinical services, peer-led support programs and recreational events to support your physical, mental and social wellbeing.  

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      Mates4Mates

      Physical, psychological and social connection support for current and ex-serving Defence members and families affected by service.

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      RSL Peer-Led Programs

      Guided by others with similar experiences, access proven mental health and wellbeing support through active experiences, respite retreats, emotional healing and more.

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      RSL Rec Connect

      From outdoor adventures to craft workshops, find all sorts of ways to wind down or step up with other veterans and their families. 

      Online learning

      RSL Queensland offers free online health and wellbeing programs to support you during and after Defence. Get helpful tools and information backed by research.  

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      RSL Be:Well

      This veterans’ program helps you optimise your wellbeing, providing modules across a range of key health topics.

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      Go Beyond

      Transitioning out of Defence? This tailored program supports your readjustment to civilian life.  

      Latest health and wellbeing news

      Lloyd accepting a donation from Weipa Bowls Club operations Manager Karen Phillips (image credit: Cape York Weekly)

      Lending a hand to honour service personnel

      In the remote town of Weipa in Far North Queensland, the volunteering efforts of veteran Lloyd Williams has allowed Weipa RSL Sub Branch to shine when it comes to paying tribute to those who served.

      RSL Queensland volunteers help bring communities together

      A message from the State President: This May is the 36th annual National Volunteer Week (19-25 May) in Australia.

      Graeme Davis Tiaro RSL Sub Branch Vice President and District Deputy President of Wide Bay and Burnett District and Wide Bay and Burnett District, District Secretary Sharyn Mitchell

      Giving back for connection and compassion

      Moving to Queensland more than 25 years ago, Army veteran Graeme Davis, who had been an RSL Sub Branch member in Victoria for several years, was eager to become involved with the RSL after moving to the Sunshine State.

      Kedron-Wavell RSL Sub Branch President Ken Roma, front right, presents a medallion to student Sophie Morley in recognition of her participation in the liaison program. Also pictured, from left, Kedron-Wavell RSL Sub Branch Senior Vice President Greg Peake OAM, Sue Stern, Glen Dyer and Trish Whitby.

      Volunteering that bonds all ages

      Almost 25 years ago, veteran Kenneth Roma was looking for a way to stay busy and give back in his community.