Empowering Mental Health Blog:
Insights & Support
The power of words will be encapsulated within the pages of the blog. At Wiit & Wisdom Blog I am dedicated to creating a safe, informative and inspiring space for anyone navigating the complexities of mental health. Whether seeking insights, practical advice or support this blog is here to provide valuable articles, resources and foster a sense of community.
Articles & Insights will explore a wide range of topics, from understanding mental health conditions to tips for self-care and resilience. Articles will be thoughtfully curated to empower, educate, and reduce stigma around mental health conversations.
Support Services will provide discovery or reminder of accessible mental health resources, organizations and tools that will provide guidance for you and your loved ones to support a journey to relative healing. Whether you require a crisis hotline or therapy options the connection will be offered here!
Personal Reflections & Input will be evident in the blog to share with you my personal mental health advocacy. Personal stories, learned lessons and my own insights will be expressed to highlight you don’t travel alone in your journey.
Mental Health-Themed Merchandise is a part of the business and tee shirts with meaningful mental health themes are designed to raise awareness start conversations and and contribute to breaking down stigma. a portion of proceeds will support mental health initiatives making every purchase part of a larger cause.
Why Do We Even Care? Mental health affects so many of us, and understanding is key to living a balanced and fulfilling life. This site wants to normalize discussions, provide resources, and encourage individuals to embrace their journeys with compassion. Let us value building a community with empathy, education and empowerment. together we can make a difference,
Explore, connect and Share-because mental health matters!Quotes
A quote means to repeat the exact words of a speaker or an author and also the passage or statement that is repeated. It means to cite something as a form of proof!
Do not take criticism from someone you would not trust for advice’! Unknown
‘Mental illness is not the sum total of a person’! Unknown
‘Mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of, but stigma and bias shame us all’'! Jean Holthaus Nd
‘Behind every sweet smile, there is a bitter sadness that no one can ever see and feel
Comparison is the thief of Joy! Roosevelt
Who is Really in Charge of Mental Health Support
Who is really in charge of mental health in Australia?
This blog puts perspective on mental health ‘supports’ providing insight into the Governing & Peak Bodies associated with Mental Health in Australia.
A GOVERNING BODY is responsible for setting rules, regulations and standards that govern in this case, mental health! This ensures that legal frameworks and ethical guidelines are adhered to by those associated with the providers of mental health care. Who knew there were so many, but here are the key players. Many will find this boring, but if this is helpful to one person that warms my little heart!
At a national level is:
National Mental Health Commission (NMHC)
Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (ACSQHC0)
Australian Government Health and Aged Care
National Mental Health Consumer Alliance
Mental Health Carers Australia
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
The National Mental Health Strategy
Each state has their own governing bodies and agencies. In Victoria we have:
Mental Health Victoria (MHVIC)
Victorian Government - have a crucial role in legislation and funding via
the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act with most recent amendments in 2022
Better Health Channel - www.betterhealth.vic.gov
Primary Health Network (PHN)
Medicare Mental Health
Compassionate Friends Victoria (phoneline)
Mental Health Foundation Australia (phoneline)
National Mental Health Helpline for individuals, families and carers.
PEAK BODIES National and State
Building capacity in lived experience engagement
Lived experience workforce
Lived experience guides policies and procedures
National Mental Health Consumer and Carer Forum
Community Mental Health Australia
National Mental Health Commission
Lived Experience Australia
Consumers Health Forum of Australia
Black Dog Institute
Australian Medical Association (AMA)
Mental Health Australia
National Disability Services
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
The Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
Australian Primary Healthcare Nurses Association
Australian Psychological Society
Australian Association of Social Workers
Occupational Therapy Australia
Australian Counselling Association
Australian College of Mental Health Nursing
life in mind
beyond blue
reach out
SANE Australia
Everymind
Who knew there were so many governing bodies, organizations and supports available in mental health. But is it enough? Are these bodies functioning as they should ? We can always do better, because while much has improved in recent decades, the system is still broken. Consider some of the attitudes at the coal face!
For further information you can access any of these sites on the internet
*Thanks to My mental Health Site for above information. All these bodies are accessible via the internet!