It is committing to raise up to $100,000 for the Beyond Blue support service this year.
Zoetis, who works closely with rural Australia through interactions with the country’s farming community, agricultural stores, veterinarians and their families, has helped raise $500,000 in the past five years by donating $5 from each sale of the company’s livestock, pig and poultry vaccines and drenches.
The money raised goes directly to the Beyond Blue support service to continue helping people living in remote areas who experience higher rates of mental health conditions and suicide.
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Zoetis senior vice-president Lance Williams said to date, thanks to Zoetis’s donation, more than 8000 people had been able to get the support they needed through the service.
“Zoetis is proud to once again be supporting Beyond Blue and the important work they do,” Mr Williams said.
“We knew that supporting mental health in rural Australia was critical when we first embarked on this support campaign, but we didn’t know then just how important the partnership would be.
“Together we have made strong progress in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of rural families and individuals, and we are passionate about helping again this year.”
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Beyond Blue chief executive officer Georgie Harman said the Beyond Blue support service continued to experience increased demand since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“This year has brought its challenges and people have got in touch with us for many reasons,” Ms Harman said.
“They might be feeling worried, lonely, concerned about their health or the health of friends and loved ones, finances or job security.
“Whatever the reason, Beyond Blue wants people to know that no problem is too big or small to reach out. Sometimes, just talking to someone can make a difference.
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“Through this partnership, Beyond Blue can support many people in rural areas and we are very grateful for the ongoing support from Zoetis.”
The Beyond Blue Support Service offers free and immediate counselling, advice and referrals via phone, webchat or email.
In addition to the support service, Beyond Blue has resources and information online at www.beyondblue.org.au, including Online Forums which offer peer support in a safe, moderated setting.
People can support the Zoetis initiative from now until October 31, 2021.
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For every animal health product sold by Zoetis, they will donate $5, up to $100,000, to Beyond Blue.
● For more information on how you can help Zoetis to raise vital funds to support mental health in rural communities through its partnership with Beyond Blue, visit www.zoetis.com.au
● For more information about depression and anxiety, visit www.beyondblue.org.au
● To talk to a mental health professional for free, phone the 24/7 Beyond Blue Support Service on 1300 224 636.
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● Free web chat is also available from 3 pm until midnight at beyondblue.org.au/getsupport and you can join the forums for free and download the BeyondNow app from the website.
● The free Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service is available 24/7 at coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au
Its dedicated phone line, staffed by mental health professionals trained on the pandemic response, is available on 1800 512 348.
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