Project Summary

This project is designed to build mental health capacity in rural communities affected by drought, reduce stigma around mental health and improve pathways to care.

DMHAP Report

The DMHAP announced in October 2006, provided $1m to build capacity in rural communities affected by drought.

Investigators

Kelly, B
Crockett, J
Greig, J
Pollard, G
Knight, S
Tonna, A
Fanning, P

Collaborating Organisations

Greater Western Area Health Service
Greater Southern Area Health Service
Hunter New England Area Health Service
North Coast Area Health Service
Alliance of NSW Divisions of General Practice
Australian Centre for Agricultural Health and Safety
Australian Rotary Health Research Fund
beyondblue: the national depression initiative
Black Dog Institute
Country Women's Association
Mental Health Coordinating Council
NSW Council of Scoial Service (NCOSS)
NSW Department of Primary Industries
NSW Farmers Association and agencies represented on the NSW Farmers Association Mental Health Network
Regional Communities Consultative Council
Rehab Counsellors Association of Australasia
Rural Doctors Association
Rural Lands Protection Board
St Vincent De Paul

Time Frame

Dec 2006 to Dec 2007

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