WA health minister calls for private and federal government aid for mental health clinics
1 year, 1 month ago

WA health minister calls for private and federal government aid for mental health clinics

ABC  

In short: A 75-bed mental health clinic in Perth's southern suburbs has announced it will close after less than a year in operation. Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson wants private health insurers and the federal government to contribute more to mental health. Ms Sanderson hopes the facility can be re-purposed WA's health minister says private health insurers and the federal government need to improve coverage for mental health care after a Perth facility said it had been forced to close because its business was not financially viable. Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson has called on the federal government and private health insurers to address issues in the system.

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Queensland health minister admits government is still 'playing catch-up' in public mental health provision
6 months ago

Queensland health minister admits government is still 'playing catch-up' in public mental health provision

ABC  

Warning: This article contains references to mental health and suicide. Queensland Health Minister Shannon Fentiman admits the government is still "playing catch-up" when it comes to the provision of public mental health services in the wake of a tragic suicide. Ms Fentiman was commenting after the ABC highlighted the case of Angie Johnson, who took her own life in May, …

Fears changes to WA's mental health funding could lead to services falling through the cracks
2 years, 5 months ago

Fears changes to WA's mental health funding could lead to services falling through the cracks

ABC  

There are concerns proposed changes to the way Western Australia funds mental healthcare could lead to services falling through the cracks and not getting the attention they deserve. Key points: A review into the WA health system is urging changes to mental health help The report describes mental health services as "fragmented" The news comes as WA's mental health commissioner …

WA mental health groups say government support for community care is key to hospital crisis
4 years ago

WA mental health groups say government support for community care is key to hospital crisis

ABC  

Seven years ago, Leonie Auld was deeply depressed and suicidal. "If we're looking at how do you stop code yellows, you support people so they're well and don't have to go into hospital in crisis," Consumers of Mental Health WA chief executive Shauna Gaebler said. She is calling for more support for people during the vulnerable transition out of hospital …

WA election looming and mental health services emerge as key issue
4 years, 1 month ago

WA election looming and mental health services emerge as key issue

ABC  

Battling depression is often a lonely fight, but for Leonie Starnawski struggling to find help in northern WA's Kimberley following the birth of her child left her feeling utterly isolated. In 2020, as part of a "record" $1 billion spend on mental health across the state, it pledged $3 million for expanded clinical services in the electorate. The Mental Health …

Suicidal man cuts off finger in desperate bid to get mental health assistance
6 years, 5 months ago

Suicidal man cuts off finger in desperate bid to get mental health assistance

ABC  

It was a sunny winter's day in late July, and Seth's mental state was rapidly declining. Self-harm after two previous visits to ED Seth had reason to think he wouldn't get the care he needed by fronting up to the Royal as a mental health patient. "I was still groggy from sedatives, and couldn't really express myself," Seth said. "In …

Mental health patients being failed as services face 'potent mix' of workforce cuts and rising demand, shows report
7 years, 5 months ago

Mental health patients being failed as services face 'potent mix' of workforce cuts and rising demand, shows report

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Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy People with serious mental health problems are being failed as …

Barrett Centre closure inquiry: Former health minister 'poorly advised' when funds redirected
8 years, 8 months ago

Barrett Centre closure inquiry: Former health minister 'poorly advised' when funds redirected

ABC  

The closure of Queensland's only long-term residential youth mental health facility has been criticised by an official inquiry, which found the former health minister was poorly advised and inadequate records were kept. Key points: Three patients took their lives within eight months of the centre's closure Commission criticises Newman government's decision to close facility Current Labor Government says it will …

Mental health patients 'overlooked' in SA Government's Transforming Health paper
10 years, 1 month ago

Mental health patients 'overlooked' in SA Government's Transforming Health paper

ABC  

There are concerns mental health patients have been overlooked in the South Australian Government's health system shake-up with doctors describing conditions as "inhumane" for those spending days in emergency departments. "It's part of our health system which is failing to deliver for very unwell mental health patients," Dr Pope said. He said "horrendous and inhumane" conditions in the emergency department …

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