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We recognise the impact of mental illness on immediate and extended family members, friends and colleagues. The indigo project provides support to individuals and families affected by someone else's mental illness through information sessions, workshops, one-to-one support and counselling. Our new service is funded by FACSIA and we started working with families in 2007.
indigo operates in the South East Perth Metropolitan area & Peel regions.
Information sessions and workshops are delivered in partnership with Brain Ambulance in South East Perth Metropolitan area and the Peel Region. Free courses and workshops are regulary available. Some of the course topics are :
§ Mental Health First Aid
- Adult and Youth
§ Understanding Anxiety & Depression
§ Boundaries & Communication
§ Practical Tools & Tips for Carers
§ Dealing with Professionals
One on one support sessions in your space or ours, or a convenient place, are available through self-referal or via referral by an agency. You may complete the on-line Request for Service Form and then email lauren or request a form to be mailed out to you.
Counselling sessions for families requiring additional support are provided free of charge by our partner Relationships Australia. By talking through your stories with our counsellors you will gain insight, clarity and direction.
Key Facts:
§ One out of every five Australians will experience some form of mental illness each year.
§ The majority of mental illnesses begin between the ages of 15-25 years.
§ Depression is predicted to be one of the world’s largest health problems by 2020
For further details please call: 08 9498 2829 to email lauren.
[indigo is the colour ‘beyond blue’ in the rainbow]
