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Towards A Mentally Healthier New Year

A new year provides the opportunity for a fresh approach however often New Year’s resolutions don’t work as people can set goals that are hard to achieve, and then feel bad about themselves if they don’t achieve them. Be kind to yourself in 2021. Any small steps you...

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Provide feedback with the YES Survey

Have Your Say – Do the YES Survey!  Open December 1 – 18 The YES Survey is for MHACA participants to provide feedback that helps to improve services. It’s all about Your Experience of Service. The YES survey is voluntary and the information collected is anonymous....

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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...

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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

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Seeking Carers to Participate in a Monash University Research Study.

A Master of Clinical Psychology student at Monash University is conducting a research study exploring the wellbeing, support needs, and experiences of unpaid carers who support someone living with a psychotic disorder (such as schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder) or bipolar disorder in Australia.

The study aims to better understand carers' experiences and support needs so that future services, programs, and policies can be more responsive to carers and families.

Unpaid carers who are interested in participating are invited to complete an online survey, which takes approximately 60 minutes. Participants can also choose to enter a prize draw to win a $100 gift voucher.

The study has been approved by the Monash University Human Research Ethics Committee and will remain open until December 2027.

To participate, visit: redcap.link/careau

For more information, please email schu0109@student.monash.edu
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Seeking Carers to Participate in a Monash University Research Study.

A Master of Clinical Psychology student at Monash University is conducting a research study exploring the wellbeing, support needs, and experiences of unpaid carers who support someone living with a psychotic disorder (such as schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder) or bipolar disorder in Australia.

The study aims to better understand carers experiences and support needs so that future services, programs, and policies can be more responsive to carers and families.

Unpaid carers who are interested in participating are invited to complete an online survey, which takes approximately 60 minutes. Participants can also choose to enter a prize draw to win a $100 gift voucher.

The study has been approved by the Monash University Human Research Ethics Committee and will remain open until December 2027.

To participate, visit: https://redcap.link/careau

For more information, please email schu0109@student.monash.edu

There is nothing more manly than showing up for your mate.

This week is Men’s Health Week. Take the time to reach out, check in with a friend, ask them R U OK? and start a meaningful conversation. Small actions can have a big impact.

This week gives the opportunity to raise awareness about the health and wellbeing of men and boys, while encouraging positive conversations and healthy choices within our communities.

For practical tips on supporting men's health and wellbeing, visit bit.ly/3xTuTgY

#KnowYourManFacts is an ongoing campaign that provides information and resources to help improve men's health. Their toolkits cover a range of important health topics and can help men take positive steps for their own wellbeing while supporting the people around them. Find out more at www.knowyourmanfacts.com/

If you or someone you know is struggling, contact:

- MensLine Australia on 1300 78 99 78.
Provides free and confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

- Brother-to-Brother on 1800 435 799.
National 24/7 crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men. The service provides a culturally safe space for men to talk with Aboriginal men, including Elders, about challenges they may be facing. Brother to Brother can be contacted anytime
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There is nothing more manly than showing up for your mate.

This week is Men’s Health Week. Take the time to reach out, check in with a friend, ask them R U OK? and start a meaningful conversation. Small actions can have a big impact. 

This week gives the opportunity to raise awareness about the health and wellbeing of men and boys, while encouraging positive conversations and healthy choices within our communities.

For practical tips on supporting mens health and wellbeing, visit https://bit.ly/3xTuTgY

#KnowYourManFacts is an ongoing campaign that provides information and resources to help improve mens health. Their toolkits cover a range of important health topics and can help men take positive steps for their own wellbeing while supporting the people around them. Find out more at https://www.knowyourmanfacts.com/

If you or someone you know is struggling, contact:

- MensLine Australia on 1300 78 99 78. 
  Provides free and confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

- Brother-to-Brother on 1800 435 799. 
National 24/7 crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men. The service provides a culturally safe space for men to talk with Aboriginal men, including Elders, about challenges they may be facing. Brother to Brother can be contacted anytime
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