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A free community mental health service

This recovery-oriented program connects patients experiencing severe and complex mental health issues to the right mental health care and support at the right time, for up to 24 weeks. Our highly experienced and professional mental health clinicians will provide you with personalised and inclusive support.

Overview

By linking in with your GP and using our skills, expertise, empathetic approach, and networks, our team is able to provide individuals with support and guidance to assist them to develop a meaningful life.

Our team draws on various techniques including psychological therapies, therapeutic relationships and compassionate care management; and are able to support people with their psychiatric medication plan.

Our program provides a short-term support service tailored to your needs, that typically involves a review of your personal circumstances, providing emotional and psychological help while connecting you with local support services in a timely way.

MH Connext clinicians will assist you to set goals for your recovery and provide motivation and support you in reaching them.

MH Connext acts as a bridge between the GP and other mental health services. In addition to the care they provide.

MH Connext clinicians will assist you to access other services such as:

  • alcohol and other drug services (including harm minimisation)
  • financial counselling and Centrelink support
  • accommodation support
  • online mental health resources
  • community support groups
  • other relevant occupational, disability and culturally appropriate services

Eligibility and Service Entry Criteria

In order to be eligible for MH Connext, you must:

  • Be over 18 years of age,
  • Live within the Perth Metropolitan Area (our catchment extends from Two Rocks in the north, to Singleton in the south),
  • Be referred by your GP using our referral form (found under ‘apply now’ – GPs can contact Intake directly for an RTF form),
  • Have a current (less than 12 months old) GP mental health care plan, and
  • Not be currently connected to inpatient treatment services or a Community Mental Health provider for case management.

Catchment Area

  • Perth Central, Perth North/West, Perth North/East, Perth South/West, and Perth South/East.
  • The southernmost suburb in our catchment area is Singleton.
  • The northernmost suburb in our catchment area is Two Rocks.

How to Apply

  • Complete a Mental Health Care Plan

    Visit your GP to discuss your MH needs and complete a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP).

  • Complete the Referral Form

    Your GP will complete the MH referral form, and send the completed form, along with a copy of your MHCP to intake@rw.org.au

    Submit

  • Outcome

    Once your referral has been accepted, an MH Connext clinician will contact you to arrange your first meeting, and to assess your situation and how best to support you.

Apply Now

(For GPs)

Referral forms can be downloaded from the WAPHA website or you can request a copy of our referral form by emailing intake@rw.org.au or calling our Intake team at 1800 742 466.

To refer people to MH Connext please sign and submit the completed form (along with your patient’s mental health care plan) via fax to 9258 3090 or email it to intake@rw.org.au

For more information: 

If you would like to discuss any aspects of the referral process, you can phone 9350 8800 or email MHConnext.info@rw.org.au

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I could never speak highly enough of my MH Connext clinician or find the heartfelt words to express my thanks for what they have done for me. It has changed my life. The worker, (who I would have never met and worked with without your organisation) has been my physical and mental lifeline. They have given me back confidence and trust.

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