South Australia to Enter Six-day Lockdown

The South Australian Premier announced this afternoon that, effective from 11.59pm tonight, South Australia will be entering a six-day lockdown in which only one person per household per day is allowed to leave the house, and only for essentials such as groceries or medical care. More information about this can be found here. It is our understanding at this time that therapeutic massage therapists, remedial massage therapists and myotherapists will not be able to work for the next six days while this lockdown is in place. At the end of this article is a table of support services that can be accessed by anyone who is experiencing financial issues, anxiety, stress or depression.

Massage & Myotherapy Australia will continue to monitor the situation and notify members if there are any changes to these directions.

List of support services available

Mental Health and Anxiety

Business and Financial Assistance

Beyond Blue
Support for those dealing with depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.

Black Dog Institute
Resources for anxiety and stress caused by COVID-19.

Lifeline
A 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention service.

MensLine Australia
Health and relationship advice for men.

SA COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line
Mental health support for South Australians who are concerned about COVID-19.

AusGov COVID-19 Payments
Payments and services during COVID-19 such as JopKeeper and Jobseeker

Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
Tax assistance for those struggling through adversity.

MoneySmart
For those who require financial support.

Other

National Coronavirus Helpline
A 24-hour a day number to call for COVID-19 questions or concerns.

Fair Work Ombudsman
If you feel you have been unfairly dismissed from work.
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