As Singapore celebrates 60 years, its narrative evolves from infrastructure to empathy. The launch of on marks more than a service—it rewrites how we define national well-being. Now, mental health support is just a dial, message, or click away, day or night.

Mindline offers three confidential access methods:

This multi-channel setup ensures everyone—from chat-preferred youth to distressed adults on the go, to people at home—can seek help in their preferred mode.

Senior Minister of State emphasised Mindline’s role as Singapore’s national . It isn’t clinical emergency care, but it connects individuals to the most appropriate level of assistance—whether that’s a counselling GP, community partner, digital programme, or escalation to IMH or police if necessary.

Operated by a team of around , Mindline offers empathetic listening and guidance—not medical advice. Callers can remain anonymous if they wish, and are offered referrals and mental health guidance tailored to their needs.

About so far have been , followed by teens—groups historically underserved in mental support systems.

Mindline complements , Singapore’s trusted mental wellness portal launched in 2020, which provides:

Together, they build a seamless ecosystem—digital access paired with human connection.

By , Mindline will launch a , training community members in . These trained volunteers will support counsellors and contribute to mental wellbeing across society. The initiative also works alongside from the National CARE Management System, to bolster national capacity in public health emergencies.

Mindline addresses both gaps—reducing access barriers and normalising early support.

SG60 is not just a celebration of infrastructure or economic progress—it’s a story of inclusivity and care. With Mindline, Singapore signals that mental health is national health, accessible to all, and part of the next chapter of our collective story.

Because in Singapore, building a strong future means caring for every mind that builds it.

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