Vibe Check Youth Mental Health Toolkit

Created in June 2026, this toolkit is the result of a shared vision to equip, connect and support our community as we rally around our young people. It was developed to provide practical, compassionate guidance on how we can collectively uplift youth mental health and well-being.

Designed not as a rigid rulebook, but as a living guide, these pages offer the resources and insights needed to foster open conversations, build safe spaces and offer meaningful support.

Use these tools, share them and make them your own.

 

Introduction

Developed by the Federation Council, Corowa LHAC and Lions Club of Corowa in June 2026, this practical guide empowers parents, coaches, and community members to spot early signs of distress, smash local stigma, and safely connect young people to professional support. Download the toolkit.

Mental Health challenges in young people

Learn to recognise conditions like anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and emerging psychosis, ensuring you have the baseline knowledge to understand what a young person might be going through.

How to tell if a young person may have poor Mental Health

You don’t need to be an expert to spot when a young person is struggling. Discover key physical, social, behavioural, and online changes to look out for in everyday spaces.

How to approach a young person

Opening the door to a conversation can feel overwhelming. Get practical tips on choosing the right time, using "side-by-side" approaches, and directly asking about safety.

Supporting a young person through Mental Health conversations

Learn the "Inquire & Provide" framework to handle specific responses like "I'm fine" or "I'm stressed," while successfully balancing confidentiality with safety limits.

How to give reassurance & Information to a young person

Discover how to be a supportive first aider rather than a clinician. Find out how to deliver strong emotional reassurance and factual truth without falling into common toxic pitfalls.

Support a young person to see a Mental Health Professional

Guide young people toward appropriate care. Learn how to navigate help-seeking barriers, offer a "warm handoff," and support someone through their very first GP appointment.

Let's talk about getting connected

Combating isolation is critical for youth wellbeing. Explore actionable strategies to help young people shift negative routines, battle loneliness, and confidently build new friendships.

The Vibe Check Youth Mental Health Intervention Project including this toolkit was made possible through the generous support of First Health Limited and the Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) Community Grants, funded by the Australian Government’s PHN program.
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