As part of our commitment to investing in mental health the Albanese Government will deliver a new Head to Health service, boosting the availability and convenience of free mental health services for adults in Northam, Western Australia.
This new service builds on the existing network of services in WA. Head to Health services are currently available in Midland and new services in Balga-Mirrabooka, Gosnells and Armadale will open later this year.
Once operational, Northam Head to Health will provide a safe and welcoming place for adults to access mental health information, services and supports delivered by multidisciplinary care teams over extended hours, without needing a prior appointment, GP referral or paying a fee.
Services will include immediate support and follow-up for people presenting in crisis, as well as short to medium term care for people with moderate to severe mental health needs.
The new Head to Health service will be co-designed with the Northam community over the next 12 months to ensure it provides the right services and supports for people in need.
The Australian Government will provide $3.5 million over four years to Country WA Primary Health Network to commission the service.
