MHCOP

 

Mental Health Community Outreach Program
 
The Mental Health Community Outreach Program (MHCOP) is a community based support service for mothers who have a mental illness and are caring for their children.
 
The Mental Health Community Outreach Program offers a range of assistance to women and families in our service, including:
  •  Individual support and practical help where needed
  • Art therapy program, including individual and group work
  • Referral
  • Advocacy
  • Outreach service for assessment and home visits.
  • Group activities for Mums including a weekly coffee morning, a physical activity group, and workshops on topics such as self-esteem, meditation and creative writing.
  • Group activities for children including free school holiday activities.
  • A quarterly newsletter which keeps women up to date with news, information, and group schedules for the upcoming term.
  • Free crèche facilities.
 
Referrals
Self referrals are welcome, as are referrals from GPs, mental health clinics, psychiatrists and other health professionals.
 
Area
The outreach program is funded to assist women who reside in the inner city and lower north metropolitan area.
 
For more information
For more information on MHCOP, Mental Health and individual services, please contact us on:
 
Phone:          9227 8122
Email:            outreach@whs.org.au
 
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