Need help now? For crisis support call 000 in an emergency or Lifeline on 13 11 14. Find more information on our emergency contacts page.

Join newsletter

Who We Are

About the sector

The community managed mental health sector is a key provider of mental health services and supports to people in the community.

Annual Reports

Find detailed information on the work we do to support the community managed mental health sector.

Our Work

Mental Health Rights Manual

An online guide to help explain your legal and human rights in the mental health and human services systems in New South Wales.

Psychological Safety in the Workplace

Feeling safe and empowered to speak up in the workplace is even more important for mental health settings.

See the guides

Training

Mental Health Peer Navigation

New accredited training for peer workers to support consumers with navigating the mental health system for their recovery journey.

Customised training

Membership

Our members

Our members are community managed mental health organisations, large and small, local and NSW-wide service providers.

Become a member

Join a strong network of community-based mental health organisations delivering better outcomes for people in New South Wales.

Events

Back to Events

Developing Foundational Supports and Early Intervention

26 November 2024 — 10:00am

Location:

Online via Zoom

with an additional presentation on SCHADS Award review

New systems of supports are currently being developed by the Australian Government and the National Disability Insurance Agency in response to the NDIS Review’s Final Report recommendations. This member briefing will provide an update on the current development of Foundational Supports for people outside the NDIS and Early Intervention support for children with developmental concerns, delay or disability. In addition, members will also be updated on the SCHADS (Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services) Award review.

Speakers:

Matthew Barden
Director, Disability Policy and Reform, NSW Department of Communities and Justice

Vincent Ponzio
Director Disability and Social Policy, Mental Health Branch, NSW Ministry of Health

Gerry Naughtin
Strategic Adviser Mental Health and Psychosocial Disability, National Disability Insurance Agency

Angus McFarland
Secretary, Australian Services Union NSW & ACT

Please note, this is a member exclusive event. Register now.