A new headspace satellite service in Yass this week will give the town’s young people easier access to mental health services.
headspace offers early intervention services across mental health, related physical health, social and vocational support, and alcohol and other drug use. Services are co-designed with young people to ensure they are relevant, accessible and highly effective.
This service was commissioned by the South Eastern New South Wales Primary Health Network (PHN).
Senator for New South Wales, Jim Molan, welcomed the announcement.
“I want our young people in Yass to know they are not alone on their journey to good mental health,” Senator Molan said.
“headspace is here to deliver quality frontline support and ensure the best possible care for people who are at risk.”
The new service is one of 10 new or expanded headspace services across Australia funded by the Commonwealth.
Greg Hunt, Federal Minister for Health and Aged Care, said young people were affected significantly by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and that access to mental health services and support was more important than ever.
Over the next four years, the Federal Government will invest $873.2 million in headspace, expanding the network to deliver 164 services by 2025-26.
Young Australians needing support can access free services through their local headspace or online through eheadspace (https://headspace.org.au/eheadspace/).
Australians looking for support throughout the COVID-19 pandemic can access the Beyond Blue Coronavirus Wellbeing Support Service any time via telephone at 1800 512 348 or online at coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au.
Anyone experiencing distress can seek immediate advice and support through Lifeline (13 11 14), Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800), or the Government’s digital mental health gateway, Head to Health (www.headtohealth.gov.au).
People seeking help in NSW can also call the dedicated Head to Health number (1800 595 212), talk to a mental health professional, and be triaged through this service and directed to the most appropriate care.
