MHCV NewsCaring Together Conference Tickets are now on sale here for the MHCV Caring Together Conference. All tickets from the original event will carry over to the new date, unless you have requested a refund. Carers who have contacted us to go on the waitlist will be contacted as soon as registrations re-open. An updated event page will be reposted in the coming weeks as we confirm speakers. It will be an exciting event for carers to get together and nourish each other.
Mental health Carers Voice survey closes 16th December. here
ACT MH NewsDhulwa visitors changes Latest information on visitors for secure units in ACT here
Mental Health Short Stay Unit Dreaming WorkshopDate: Wednesday 8 December 2021 1:00pm – 3:00pm Venue: to be announced
Canberra Hospital is offering an opportunity to have carers attend a workshop to discuss the new plans for the MHSSU expansion project. With the new ED expansion and hospital infrastructure project, it gives us an opportunity to review the operations of the existing Mental Health Short Stay Unit (MHSSU) and develop a Model of Care (MoC). It vital that carers have input into the process.
There are 4 spaces for carers to attend. If you are able to join us please contact Catherine mhcarers@carersact.gov.au and I provide the agenda and updated details as soon as they are available.
Website to help young Canberrans navigate mental health supportMindMap has launched and will help children and young people under 25 in Canberra better navigate mental health services and resources in a practical, safe and anonymous way. The 24/7 service also provides information on expected wait times, how to access services, advising if a referral is required and linking to resources which are best suited to their needs. News from around Australia
Stigma and Social Security in Australia
|
|
The Centre for Social Impact has released a report on how Australia’s social security system supports people who are unable to work due to their experience of a mental health condition or caring for someone with a mental health condition. The report uncovered a range of key issues highlighting systemic barriers in access to adequate income support. Read on
|
Draft mental health standards for CMOs now available for inputThe draft National Safety and Quality Mental Health Standards for Community Managed Organisations is now available for public consultation. The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care is developing the standards for CMOs, to continuously improve the quality of mental health services and protect people from harm. They will also provide best practice guidance for service providers. Submit your feedback or participate in a focus group
New MBS listing to support patients with major depressive disordersThe Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) welcomes the new listing of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) therapy on the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS). RANZCP President, Associate Professor Vinay Lakra, said this will increase access to a wider range of Medicare-supported treatment options for people with major depressive disorders. Read more
New report signals time for action to ensure better patient careThe Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) welcomes the new listing of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) therapy on the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS). RANZCP President, Associate Professor Vinay Lakra, said this will increase access to a wider range of Medicare-supported treatment options for people with major depressive disorders. Read more
Barriers to accessing the Disability Support Pension (DSP) impact on carers
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) welcomes the new listing of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) therapy on the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS). RANZCP President, Associate Professor Vinay Lakra, said this will increase access to a wider range of Medicare-supported treatment options for people with major depressive disorders. Read more
Mental Health Research Mission Expert Advisory PanelClosing Date Friday 26 November 2021 The Commonwealth Department of Health is seeking applications from people interested in becoming a member of the next Million Minds Mental Health Research Mission Expert Advisory Panel. The role of the panel is to define evidence and knowledge gaps that should be addressed through Mission research funding to assist in transforming mental health care and mental health outcomes for individuals and communities. More information about this opportunity is available on the Department of Health website
Surveys and Consultations
ACAT Client Satisfaction Survey 2021The ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT) is conducting a survey to identify how they can better target and improve their services. The survey will take up to 10 minutes to complete, participate in the survey.
National Digital Health Strategy SurveyToday, Australians have access to telehealth, electronic prescriptions, My Health Record and more. What comes next is up to you. Now’s your chance to influence the future of digital health in Australia by taking part in a short, 15-minute survey. Your valuable input will help the Australian Government continue to evolve one of the best healthcare services in the world.
Mental Health ResourcesFrom Caring to Employment: A Toolkit for CarersThis step-by-step guide by Carers NSW includes practical examples and templates to help carers identify and achieve realistic pathways to employment. The guide includes a 'Carer Work Readiness Self-assessment' to get an idea of how work ready the carer is right now. Download guide
Free online health and wellbeing programs From Tai Chi, Bollywood Dance, to Creative Writing and football chat groups, Reclink Australia provides free, interactive and evidence-based programs to disadvantaged Australians. Visit their Facebook page for more details Podcast series ‘How Can I Help?’
Pro Bono News has launched a six-episode podcast series called ‘How Can I Help?’, for people who want to help but don’t know where to start. Know what to do when you see someone sleeping rough, if you think a friend or colleague is in an abusive relationship, or if a family member is suffering from depression. Listen here
My Compass myCompass is an online self-help program based on research to help people with mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress, or people who simply want to build good mental health. Free online tool to improve your mental health |