Message from the CEO
As Victorians experience lockdown and many of us are faced with changing restrictions, this week is a good opportunity to check in with friends, family, neighbours, colleagues or those within your communitites. September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day and R U OK? Day, reminders to continue to reach out to those around you and of our national commitment to work towards zero deaths from suicide. It is also important to acknowledge and consider that many of us may be impacted by the changes happening around us, even if they do not affect us directly. If you are experiencing heightened concern or need to talk, there are a
growing number of hotlines available for you to reach out to. During these challenging times your mental and physical health and safety are a priority.
It has been encouraging to see state and national government responses to the new challenges faced by Victorians. The Victorian government is providing a $60million boost to the mental health system while the Australian Government will be providing nearly $32 million to create mental health clinics and enhance digital and phone services.
Our team has been working behind the scenes to progress a number of our projects, including the National Disaster Mental Health Framework, and to develop supports for Australians to get through these challenging times together.
Recently we launched #GettingThroughThisTogether to provide tips and support for our mental health as we continue to navigate COVID-19. It has been heartening to see these tips being picked up and shared by many in our community, so thank you for your support on getting these messages out.
Together, we will be able to reach more Australians and help them prioritise their mental health and wellbeing.
Stay safe and well.
Christine Morgan
CEO
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