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December Group Activities Calendar
The MHACA Group Activities program is a community based program which aims to improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness by offering structured and socially based activities. Group activities also provide an opportunity for participants to develop personally and professionally as Peers. Download the December Group Activities Calendar To participate in MHACA
MHACA Annual Report 2019-2020
MHACA is proud to share our 2019-2020 Annual Report which was presented to members at the November AGM. See the report and understand more about the work of MHACA here
Career Opportunity – NDIS Transition Support Worker
The Transition Program provides psychosocial support services to participants while supporting and assisting participants to test their eligibility for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), or transition to appropriate support under the Continuity of Support (CoS) program. The Transition Program is only for participants that were previous participants in one of the three Community Mental
Career Opportunity – Tenancy Support Worker
In keeping with MHACA’s vision, the Tenancy Support Program is responsible for the delivery of client-centred case management for individuals and families, with a focus on achieving sustainable tenancies. This service is specifically tailored to those living with significant mental health issues, who are eligible for public housing in terms of income but are not
November Group Activities Calendar
The MHACA Group Activities program is a community based program which aims to improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness by offering structured and socially based activities. Group activities also provide an opportunity for participants to develop personally and professionally as Peers. Download the November Group Activities Calendar To participate in MHACA group
Building Healthy Communities
Mental Health Week is a national event each year in October that aims to shine a spotlight on mental health in our communities. Mental Health Week provides an opportunity to increase mental health literacy, inform community members of the support services available and share ideas on what people can do in their lives to support
World Suicide Prevention Day 2020
More than 120 people attended ‘Working Together to Keep Each Other Safe’, the World Suicide Prevention Day event in Alice Springs on September 10. MHACA, in partnership with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress, National indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), Drug and Alcohol Services Australia (DASA), and Tangentyere Men’s Family Safety Group hosted the community event to highlight
October Group Activities Calendar
The MHACA Group Activities program is a community based program which aims to improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness by offering structured and socially based activities. Group activities also provide an opportunity for participants to develop personally and professionally as Peers. Currently all MHACA programs, including the Day Program, remain open
Working Together to Keep Each Other Safe
Central Australian community members are encouraged to continue ‘Working Together to Keep Each Other Safe’ as part of World Suicide Prevention Day, Thursday 10th September 2020. The Mental Health Association of Central Australia (MHACA), in partnership with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (Congress), National indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), Drug and Alcohol Services Australia (DASA), and Tangentyere
September Group Activities Calendar
The MHACA Group Activities program is a community based program which aims to improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness by offering structured and socially based activities. Group activities also provide an opportunity for participants to develop personally and professionally as Peers. Currently all MHACA programs, including the Day Program, remain open
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Congratulations to Natalie Connell for winning the MHACA NAIDOC Community Day wellbeing hamper. Natalie won the hamper by completing the 'Barriers to Seeking Help For Mental Health Challenges Survey'.
MHACA is proud to share our 2019-2020 Annual Report which was presented to our members this week at our AGM. See the report and understand more about the work of MHACA at mhaca.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/MHACA-Annual_Report-2019_2020-DS.pdf
The National Suicide Prevention Taskforce is seeking community feedback on the National Suicide Prevention Advisor's Interim Advice - online submissions are welcome until November 30 at:
consultations.health.gov.au/suicide-prevention-taskforce/national-suicide-prevention-taskforce-in...
consultations.health.gov.au
The site lists consultations that are run by the Department of Health and Ageing. On this site you can find, share or take part in consultations.There are 2 new employment opportunities at MHACA. We are recruiting for a Tenancy Support Worker and a NDIS Transition Support Worker. Find more information at mhaca.org.au/category/vacancies/ Applications due 30 November.
Do you have any thoughts to share on Australia's mental health system and services? Have your say on the National Mental Health Commission #Vision2030 Roadmap by December 4.HAVE YOUR SAY | The Commission’s #Vision2030 Roadmap consultation is NOW OPEN! We are connecting with all Australians to incorporate as wide a range of experience as possible when developing evidence-based responses to mental health and psychosocial wellbeing. Now is your chance to get involved and let us know the impact of Vision 2030 on you.
Survey open until 4 Dec 👉 consultation.mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/policy-projects/vision-2030-roadmap/
RSVP now for a free film screening of My Year Of Living Mindfully 6pm Monday 30 November at the Alice Springs Cinema - mailchi.mp/b7978e8fa0b1/free-film-screening-my-year-of-living-mindfully
The MHACA AGM is on Tuesday 24 of November 2020 at 4:30pm. Sign up to be a member of MHACA at mhaca.org.au/mhaca-membership/ and contact the MHACA office on 89504600 for Board Nomination Forms. Please RSVP by emailing info@mhaca.org.au or call 89504600.
"My DID diagnosis means that so many things from my life now make sense. I have an explanation for things that were extraordinary. They can be explained, in many cases, because a particular action or behaviour turned out to be a Voice being triggered by something. It's very liberating.
But the reality is it's very tough. It's a struggle – not just for me, but for my family, close friends and my Voices. "
Understanding the experiences of mental health conditions is important in ending the stigma around mental ill health. This is a first hand account of living with Dissociative Identity Disorder from the SANE Australia website.
#endthestigma
My life with dissociative identity disorder
www.sane.org
For some people, being diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder (DID) is a huge shock.It's frightening to find out you have 'personalities' in your head and they've been there for years, or th...MHACA is pleased to announce a second FREE screening of the My Year Of Living Mindfully documentary at the Alice Springs Cinema 6pm Monday 30 November.
In the midst of a global mental health crisis, millions of people have turned to mindfulness. But does it actually make us happier and healthier? In a world-first experiment, journalist Shannon Harvey recruited a team of scientists to put mindful meditation to the test.
The first screening was during Mental Health Week and many people felt quite inspired by the film.
The screening is FREE but people must RSVP to confirm their place and to fulfil COVID safety requirements. At the screening there will be a spacing of one seat between different groups of people. We encourage you to organise a group booking if you would like to sit with friends. For further information contact MHACA 89504600 or info@mhaca.org.au
Please RSVP at:
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My Year Of Living Mindfully - 2nd Screening, Alice Springs, 30th of November | Humanitix
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TRAVEL ALERT
Have you recently travelled to SA? All of SA is now a declared COVID-19 hotspot.
If you have been in SA within 14 days of your arrival in the NT, you must:
• Contact the COVID-19 hotline 1800 008 002 and identify yourself as a person who has been in an area that has been declared a hotspot since you arrived in the NT
• If directed, you must submit to a test or assessment for COVID-19 infection
• Practice physical distancing (e.g. keep 1.5 metres away from others, if unwell stay home, sleep in a separate bedroom away from others, minimise contact with people) until 14 days has elapsed since your arrival in the NT.
MHACA asks all participants and guests who have travelled to SA in the last 14 days to please refrain from coming to the MHACA building and follow the above health advice.
If you are a participant of MHACA who has recently returned from South Australia and require support, please contact MHACA 89504600
More information at coronavirus.nt.gov.au/
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Northern Territory Police have issued two men with infringement notices and moved them to the Howard Springs Quarantine Facility for breaching their quarantine requirements and completely disrespectin...