Lived Experience Forum

[Lozzer]

I am a 73 year old man. I started getting depressed early December being taken advantage of by a person who said he was a builder who did shoddy work not finished so I see this mess every day till I work out what to do  my dr started me on (medication - edited by moderator) 3 months ago, then (different medication - edited by moderator) 2 1/2 months ago it is not working I have adhd but had stopped taking it I started taking it about 2 weeks ago at the same time after 2 days I become shakey & went to the public mental health unit they said couldn't treat me unless suicidal yet my mate after 2 yrs gp & private physiologists had a breakdown he went to public mental health there they put him in hospital accused & treated him & he recovered I need this but can't get it as our public health is overloaded I see there are telehealth options where u can get treated can anyone recommend one that helped them

[amber22]

Hey Lozzer, 

Thanks so much for sharing what you're experiencing right now, I hope that you're able to get the support that you need from our SANE community. 

I just wanted to let you know that I've sent you an email regarding some of the content of your post 🙂 

Are you currently speaking to a professional about how you're feeling in any way? Or do you have any informal supports that you go to when you are feeling depressed? 

Sitting with you,

Amber22

[bluegum]

Hi Lozzer, 

I am sorry to hear you are suffering from depression and finding it difficult to see someone. 

Your builder situation sounds very frustrating- especially as you’re reminded of it every day in the house.

Would you consider a private psychologist or counselling?

Bluegum

[Lozzer]

Yes It would be telehealth I tried one but $400 1/2 hr can't afford I am told telehealth for depression in country areas bulk billed just want to find good one thank you for your kind reply

[tyme]

Hi @Lozzer ,

Whilst SANE services do not replace clinical interventions, I'm wondering whether you would be interested/eligible for SANE's Guided Service? This is a free service spanning over 14 weeks. You can check your eligibility here https://www.sane.org/referral#eligibility

These forums are moderated 24/7. Hopefully you can find the support, connection and belonging that you deserve.

[Jasper_123]

Hi @Lozzer I'm sorry to hear about your situation. 

Would you consider seeing a counsellor instead? Much cheaper and helpful to guide you through the things your struggling with. 

[tyme]

Hi @Lozzer ,

How are you? Hope you can respond here.