Mental health

We look to a collaborative mental health care model that encourages different sectors working together to provide complementary services and mutual support.

The Australian Government has funded Primary Health Networks (PHNs) to plan for, and commission, primary mental health from 1 July 2016.

Our PHN has localised the Australian Government’s stepped care approach by developing a mental health system of care for people who live in North Western Melbourne. We are working with GPs, psychologists, nurses, allied health providers, mental health services, consumers and carers to develop a model of mental health care. The model will reflect local needs and focus on safe, effective, quality mental health care service delivery.

For more information and to browse services in our region access our System of Care.

Explore mental health

Blueprint for Better Health

CAREinMIND™ mental health services

Free mental health services for people in north western Melbourne.

Head to Health mental health hubs

Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool

Mental health care

My mental health

Local services and online support

Psychosocial supports

COVID-19 mental health videos

Self care for health workers

System of Care

You Said…™

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Head to Health online mental health resources

A digital mental health gateway for all Australians

Head to Health is a website that links Australians to online and phone mental health services and information. Visit this site if you are seeking information on mental health service providers or seeking resources.

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