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Announcing the WA Mental Health Award finalists
The annual WA Mental Health Award finalists have been announced! Congratulations to all the finalists. The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony to be held on November 25.
Wellbeing Survey - tell us what keeps you well
An online survey asking Western Australians to have your say about what you need to stay mentally healthy was conducted in October-November 2021 as part of community consultation to develop a new WA Mental Health Wellbeing Framework.
A record $1.114 billion investment in mental health, alcohol and other drug services
The 2021-22 WA State Budget has been handed down by the Treasurer, with a record $1.114 billion investment in mental health, alcohol and other drug services in Western Australia. This is an increase of 10.9% from the previous budget.
Consultations open for the Youth Step Up Step Down, Youth Long-term Housing and Support Program and Youth Psychosocial Packages
To support implementation of the YPPA, the State Government committed to establishing a number of new youth services over the next four years. To assist in the establishment of new services over the coming months a range of consultation activities are being undertaken by the Mental Health Commission
Statutory Review of the Mental Health Act (2014)
The Mental Health Commission is undertaking a Statutory Review of the Mental Health Act (2014) (the Act) to examine the operations and effectiveness of the Act, what is working well, and where improvements to treatment, care and support could be made.
Statewide Personality Disorders Model of Care Report Launch
On Tuesday, 20 July 2021 a launch event for the Statewide Personality Disorders Model of Care Report was held at the Mental Health Commission to officially recognise the final Report and all who contributed to its development.
Youth Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drug Homelessness Service: Consultation report
In March 2021 the Mental Health Commission (MHC) held a consultation process to inform the model of service for the long-term Youth Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drug Homelessness Service.
New Safe Haven Opens at RPH
The Safe Haven Dabakan Ngowoort Koorliny Mia is open, near Royal Perth Hospital. It is a calm and quiet space and offers distressed or isolated people a safe place to speak confidentially to trained peer workers and clinicians.
Services rally to help people affected by Tropical Cyclone Seroja
When Tropical Cyclone Seroja crossed the Western Australian coast on Sunday 11 April 2021 it bought with it devastating winds and rain. For many in the region it was and continues to be a challenging time.
Video Celebrating our Young People is Online for Youth Week
Did you know it’s Youth Week? The Mental Health Commission is celebrating by launching a video of six amazing young people and their tips for others going through a tough time.