MENTARI Bintulu

Frequently Asked Questions

Who runs MENTARI Bintulu?

MENTARI Bintulu is run mainly by the Psychiatry Department from Hospital Bintulu. Over the years, there have been other organizations, companies and volunteers who have helped us in our mission.

I feel suicidal / in severe distress / having a severe mental health crisis. What should I do?

You can directly go to either the Emergency Department at the nearest hospital or Klinik Kesihatan. No appointments are needed and you will be referred to the psychiatry team if needed. Please also read our crisis support page.

Do you offer mental health screening?

Yes, we do this through our Buddy Talk program which you can read more about here. In cases of emergency or severe crisis, we advise not to wait and go to either the Emergency Department at the nearest hospital or Klinik Kesihatan.

What services do you offer?

We offer a few services to the community of Bintulu:

You can read more here.

Are your services free?

Yes, all of our community support services and resources are provided free of charge.

Is my conversations confidential?

Absolutely. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of our service. All conversations with our team are kept strictly private and secure.

Who can use MENTARI’s services?

Our services are open to everyone in the Bintulu community and surrounding areas who needs support or information regarding mental wellness.

Can my organization invite MENTARI Bintulu for any events, programmes or talks?

Yes, you can always contact us and let us know the details. We will contact your team to discuss further.

How can I get involved and help?

We believe we cannot reach our goals without the help of people in the community like you. All are welcome to get involved and help in any way possible. You can read more here.

I have something else to ask, can I contact you?

Yes, always feel free to contact us.