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New council members sought to help shape mental health in Western Australia

Up to ten positions are open for interested members of the community to join the Mental Health Advisory Council.

For more information or to express your interest visit the strategic advisory groups page.

Campaign urges people to check in on their mates

The Think Mental Health public education campaign is dedicated to improving the community’s mental health and wellbeing, and reducing the risk of suicide.

Learn more about the campaign or visit the website

Helping someone in distress

The Commission has developed a new resource containing information on how to assist people who may be experiencing mental health, alcohol and other drug issues. The Helping someone in distress booklet contains advice on how to respond to situations and a directory of helpline services available.

Alcohol and your health

Regularly drinking more than two standard drinks increases your risk of alcohol-caused cancer, stroke and heart attack. Our new online tool can help you reduce your risk and save money and kilojoules. 

Know what you're getting into

Our Drug Aware campaign informs young people about drugs to prevent illicit drug use.

Find out more

Need to talk to someone now?

Call 000 if you feel someone is at risk.

Mental Health Emergency Response 1300 555 788 (Metro) or 1800 676 822 (Peel)

Lifeline 13 11 14

beyondblue 1300 224 636

Kids Helpline 1800 551 800

Rurallink 1800 552 002 

Alcohol and Drug Support Line 
08 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 (Country)

Parent and Family Drug Support Line
08 9442 5050 or 1800 653 203 (Country)

View all helplines

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Next Step Drug and Alcohol Services

Next Step Drug and Alcohol Services

We provide a range of treatment services for people experiencing problems associated with their alcohol and other drug use, as well as support for families.

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Recovery Colleges

Recovery Colleges

The Mental Health Commission is developing a model of service and business case for the establishment of a Recovery College model in Western Australia. Recovery Colleges aim to support individual recovery through creating an education platform, and a reduction of stigma relating to mental health, and AOD problems. 

Find out more

Consumer, family and carer participation

Consumer, Family and Carer Participation

The Mental Health Commission supports consumers, families and carers to be engaged in a range of activities including committees, consultations, forums, focus groups and workshops.

Find out how you can be involved 

Training

  • See the range of training courses we have available for professionals and volunteers

Events

  • We support several key events for the WA mental health, alcohol and other drug sector

    Upcoming events

Reports and resources

We have a large library of research reports, statistics and resources relating to mental health, drug and alcohol for health professionals, local government and more.

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News and media