New research has found NDIS support workers believe emergency departments to be unsafe environments for NDIS participants with psychosocial disability.
Research conducted by Mind Australia and the Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Research and Education Group has been exploring the experience of NDIS participants when presenting to emergency departments.
Mind Australia congratulates Dr Louise Byrne, who has been awarded the Australian Mental Health Prize 2024, in the Lived Experience category.
The Australian Mental Health Prize was established in 2016 by the University of NSW. Each year the prestigious award recognises Australians who have made outstanding contributions to mental health advocacy, research, and service provision.
Mind Australia is proud to announce the launch of our new lived expertise-led practice and governance approach that can transform how mental health care is delivered.
The Safe Harbour crisis support service is providing a purpose-built alternative to the Emergency Department for people experiencing mental distress or suicidal ideation.
Mind Australia and Bendigo Health will continue their 16-year partnership to deliver Bendigo PARC (Prevention and Recovery Care), an alternative to hospital admission for people experiencing mental health challenges.
Mind is pleased to host this special seminar with the World Association for Psychosocial Rehabilitation Australia (WAPR), featuring Dr Roberto Mezzina, direct from Trieste Italy, on Wednesday 25 September 2024 at 5pm-6pm (AEST).