Health and Wellbeing

Wellbeing and Engagement is being embedded within our high performance pathway through a sport specific framework co created with the AIS. The framework details services and resources available to categorised swimmers that focus on their holistic development.

Including:

• Career/education guidance, professional development and work experience opportunities
• Personal development
• Community engagement and networking events
• Conduct and integrity education
• Mental health services
• Transition support
• Resources and support for parents, partners, and supporters

Contact: Linley Frame – Athlete Wellbeing & Engagement Manager – linley.frame@swimming.org.au

For more information: Sport AUS: Athlete Wellbeing & Engagement

Get Support
P: 02 6214 1130
E: mentalhealth@sportaus.gov.au
W: sportaus.gov.au/ais/mhrn

The AIS Mental Health Referral Network (MHRN) is a group of expert psychologists and mental health clinicians who understand the pressures and complexity or life in a high-performance setting.

The MHRN can assist when things are tough or if you want some advice on how to improve your wellbeing.

For athletes categorised 1-5 (all podium levels, developing and emerging), HP coaches, and HP staff, the Mental Health Referral Network services are available at no cost.

If you are eligible to access support and would like to ask a question or require more information regarding the Mental Health Referral Network, please feel free to contact them on the details above.

Emergency 24/7 Support:

Lifeline: 13 11 14
In the case of a mental health emergency always dial emergency services: 000

For any questions about the AIS Mental Health Referral Network contact Linley Frame – Wellbeing & Engagement Manager – linley.frame@swimming.org.au

The Elite Athlete Education Network (EAEN) through partnered Universities, TAFE’s and other education providers helps to support elite athletes for the duration of their course study. This ensures their experience on campus is one that is rewarding, flexible and helps them acquire the right skills and qualifications needed to follow their passions and interests outside of sport.

The guiding principles of the universities include:

1. Appointing a key staff member at each university to assist elite athletes;
2. Provide advice and guidance on academic planning
3. Negotiate flexibility to meet academic requirements
4. Tailoring academic study loads to integrate with sporting commitments

For more information, visit Sport AUS – Elite Athlete University Program.