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  • Health and wellbeing

    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 8.30am-4.30pm 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.

    Email

    Hear back from us in one to two business days.

    vs@rslqld.org

    Phone

    From 8.30am-4.30pm 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

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    Veterans’ Health Week 2025: Thrive 365

    This week we’re celebrating Veterans' Health Week (VHW) with a focus on connection, movement, nourishment and thriving.

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    Against the tide

    One man, two fins, one gruelling world first. Here’s how veteran Ashley Semmens conquered the English Channel – and his own limits – for charity.

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    A safe space for camaraderie and support: a veteran’s experience of Rec Connect events

    Army veteran Steve Bain explains how RSL Rec Connect events provide him with the opportunity to connect with other veterans and their families.

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    Proven Paths to Better Wellbeing

    From surfing lessons and off-road racing to targeted mental health support, RSL Peer-Led Programs offer proven paths to better wellbeing.

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    2025 Rec Connect events announced

    From camel tours to sandblasting, this year’s RSL Rec Connect events are not to be missed! Check out what’s on.

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    5 essential health tips for veterans

    Could your sleep, mood or general wellbeing be better? Research has found solutions. Check out these 5 key veteran health tips from RSL Be:Well.

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    Sailing towards a new horizon

    After an accident left Air Force veteran Sharon Dalton as a wheelchair-user, she found an unexpected new passion: sailing.