Head to Health phone service now called Medicare Mental Health
The Head to Health phone service is now called Medicare Mental Health. Only the name has changed – services are still free and dedicated to connecting people to mental health support that’s right for them. Anyone in Australia can call Medicare Mental Health on 1800 595 212 for free and confidential support. You can also
There is support available during the holiday season
The holiday season can be a challenging time, so reach out for advice and support to manage your stress and wellbeing. It is normal at times to feel sad, stressed, angry or anxious, including during the holiday period. If you are finding that you are feeling this way more than usual, or it is affecting
Mental health support for anyone impacted by perinatal loss
There is bulk billed telehealth mental health support for anyone impacted by perinatal loss, including miscarriage, stillbirth, pregnancy termination and loss of a newborn baby. Rural Health Connect has a range of experienced psychologists with a special interest in perinatal loss who can offer culturally sensitive care for parents and family members, including children. Free
Gidget House service now available in Grafton
The early days of being a new parent can be tough. If you or someone you know is struggling, speak to your GP about a referral to access Gidget House. Gidget Foundation Australia has provided a range of free specialist treatment programs for families in Harrisdale, Perth including individual psychological counselling via telehealth and group
Reminder: Head to Health connects you with mental health support
Mental health and wellbeing matters. Head to Health is available near you or over the phone to help you access the support you need. Anyone can access free support and resources over the phone from Head to Health by free calling 1800 595 212. This helpline operates 24/7* weekdays 8:30am-5pm, except public holidays. Residents of Lismore
The Inspiring Journey of Woopi Medical
If you’ve got an inspiring story that highlights a great health outcome on the North Coast… we’d love to hear from you. Let us know by submitting it here. A story written & submitted to Healthy North Coast by Arthur Hein, Business Director – Woopi Medical. In the heart of Woolgoolga’s serene landscapes lies a
Cultural Safety Training in Strong Demand
Image above: Delta Kay, from Explore Byron Bay, Arakwal Bundjalung country, leading a cultural training session – www.explorebyronbay.com Be quick to register for upcoming Cultural Safety Training Commencing in June this year, Healthy North Coast has held Cultural Safety Training on Yaegl, Bundjalung and Birpai countries. The comprehensive series is designed to increase local cultural
Northern Rivers survey sets baseline for young people’s mental health
A comprehensive survey of Northern Rivers school children, completed in late 2022 and coordinated by Healthy North Coast, has set a baseline to measure our young people’s mental health and wellbeing, following the 2022 floods. 6,611 children and young people from 75 Northern Rivers schools completed the Resilience Survey, Australia’s most widely used mental health
Recovery and resilience programs continue to support Northern NSW community
One year on, Healthy North Coast and the NSW Government continue to support Northern NSW communities impacted by the 2022 floods through Community Wellbeing and Resilience grants already delivering benefits on the ground. Funded through the NSW Government’s three-year, $5 million flood recovery funding package, the Community Wellbeing and Resilience Flood Recovery Grants program supports
Free mental health support for Northern Rivers communities
Northern Rivers residents are reminded that free mental health support is only a phone call or web chat away, with in-person counselling also available. Healthy North Coast Chief Executive, Monika Wheeler, said that these next few weeks could be particularly challenging for Northern Rivers residents and urged locals to prioritise their mental health. ‘Looking out
Helping to make our communities dementia-inclusive
Dr Sabrina Pit, Dr Louise Horstmanshof and Dr Robert G Lingard write about people living in the community with dementia, and their carers, in a recent article that suggests how to help during floods and other emergencies. They are active members of Dementia Inclusive Ballina, which was officially founded in 2021 as a not-for profit
Have your say on mental health-related stigma and discrimination
As many people know through personal experience, stigma and discrimination can have significant negative impacts for those with personal lived experience of mental ill-health, trauma, suicidality and distress, as well as for carers, family, friends and others around them. As part of the national mental health reform agenda, the National Mental Health Commission has been
