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.
Read moreRecovery Oriented Language Guide
Words are important. The language we use and the stories we tell have great significance to all involved.
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Our members are community-managed mental health organisations, both small and large, local and NSW-wide service providers. They provide peer support, accommodation, rehabilitation supports, education, counselling, helplines, advocacy and information, carer support, primary healthcare, employment services, recreation, outreach and much more.
02 9386 0770
Jewish House offers a safe place and support for people who have or are experiencing trauma and personal crisis. They provide individuals and families with a range of services including access to temporary and crisis accommodation, day-to-day living support, children’s services, addiction support, mental health clinicians, case managers, food and clothing.
02 928 3123
Justice Action represents people in Australian prisons and hospitals. They aim to improve the social and mental health of prisoners and involuntary patients by providing prisoner, mental health and court support.
131114
A national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
0419 204 254
Linkmate connect members with Mates, or peers who can relate and community services for personalised support.
02 9358 4553
Lou’s Place is the only daytime refuge for women in crisis, homeless, feeling isolated or needing support.
02 9332 0777
Mental Health Carers NSW the peak body for mental health carers in NSW regularly consults with carers across NSW to gain information on their opinions and experiences with the mental health system. They use the information gained to provide feedback on policies and services on behalf of carers to the NSW Ministry of Health and to other government bodies.
03 9455 7000
Mind Australia is a leading community-managed specialist mental health service provider. Supporting people with the day-to-day impacts of mental illness, as well as their families, friends and carers.
0490 850 993
mindDog assist people with a lived experience to procure, train and certify psychiatric assistance dogs.
1800 269 672
Mission Australia’s integrated services help people find safe and affordable housing, support disadvantaged children and families, empower troubled young people, assist people with mental illness and disability, and much more.
02 6882 9222
NALAG is a leading provider of support and education for communities, families and individuals impacted by loss, grief and trauma.
