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25.01.2022 Congratulations to Australian insurer Youi for committing to training staff in mental health first aid, and for introducing MHFA Officers across all departments. @YOUI #MHFA #mentlahealthfirstaid #MHFA_australia #mentalhealthatwork #mentalhealth #MHFAiders https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com//youi-launches-mental

24.01.2022 Thank you to Fran Kelly for inviting Dr Claire Kelly on the RN Breakfast show this morning and thank you to the other guests for their great insights - Australias Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Mental Health Dr Ruth Vine and Dr Sophia Adams of Orygen. You can listen to the full discussion here https://bit.ly/Fran-Kelly-RN-Breakfast Keep in mind that people dont always know to ask for help and its important to check in with people we are concerned about, and be ready to ...listen. #mentalhealth #MHFA Australian Government Department of Health ABC Radio National

24.01.2022 "At the end of the day all we want to do is spread some joy, and there's nothing more joyful than a slobbery dog sticking their head out a window." Amazing work from a Melbourne pathology worker who's been sharing pics of all the pups joining their owners for their swabs. Some wholesome lockdown content for those in Victoria at the moment

24.01.2022 South Australian Metropolitan Fire Service is a Gold Skilled Workplace and have six employees trained as MHFA Instructors. Those six instructors are the MHFA Officers and are based throughout the organisation. MFS SA has a committee for Mental Health is comprised of current MHFA Instructors which cover a broad range of employees being Station Officers, Senior Firefighters and Non Operational personnel. https://mhfa.com.au/skilledworkplace #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealth #workplacehealth #employeewellbeing #workplaceculture #mentalhealthatwork

23.01.2022 Give the gift of support. Christmas time is about family, fun and festivities, however, it can also be a challenging and stressful time. For those with mental illness or experiencing a crisis, the ‘silly season’ can be a trigger. As you take stock of what’s important to you this Christmas, why not consider giving someone the gift of your support. Simply connecting with someone struggling can make a difference. Looking into our 2021 Mental Health First Aid training courses is ...a great next step. https://mhfa.com.au/courses #MHFA #MentalHealthFirstAid #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #FestiveSeason

22.01.2022 Did you know that nearly 1 in 5 Australian adults experience a common mental illness each year? Learn the skills to make a real difference. By completing an MHFA Course you will develop the skills and confidence needed to support a friend, family member or co-worker who may be experiencing a mental health problem. Find out more about MHFA and the courses we offer. https://mhfa.com.au/courses/public... #MHFA #MentalHealthFirstAid #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness

22.01.2022 The Federal Budget delivered this week included a substantial investment of $2.3 billion in mental health and suicide prevention funding over 4 years from 2021-22. Funding has been allocated to a wide range of important community-based programs, services and initiatives that will address essential areas including mental health education, barriers to care and vulnerable populations. Mental Health First Aid International welcomes the reform plan and recognition that Australians... need a system that acts early to help people before mental health conditions and suicidal distress worsen, and that whole-of-government and whole-of-community changes are needed to deliver preventative, compassionate, and effective care. More information about the mental health and suicide prevention budget details can be found here: https://bit.ly/3y6hu2R

21.01.2022 Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a therapy that can help you discover new ways to behave by changing your thought patterns to face many of life's challenges. CBT is to be mostly used in the short-term and exploring the use of CBT... techniques can help you to reduce stress and anxiety, deal with grief, cope with relationships issues, and assist you to better understand your emotions. If you are interested to know more about CBT, below is a list of 5 CBT books to read over the summer break. 1. Think Good, Feel Good - A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook for Children and Young People https://www.goodreads.com/bo/show/8774.Think_Good_Feel_Good 2. Mind Over Mood, Second Edition - Change How You Feel by Changing the Way You Think https://www.goodreads.com//25329836-mind-over-mood-second- 3. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, 3rd Edition - A Teach Yourself Guide https://www.goodreads.com//7428626-cognitive-behavioural-t 4. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy -7 Ways to Freedom from Anxiety, Depression, and Intrusive Thoughts https://www.goodreads.com//37828068-cognitive-behavioural- 5. A Beginner's Guide To Success With CBT https://www.goodreads.com//23877312-a-beginner-s-guide-to-

21.01.2022 This October in mental health awareness month MHFA is hosting an online screening of the extraordinary documentary Happy Sad Man. Conversations around mental health are vital to breaking down stereotypes and improving relationships. Happy Sad Man is a wonderful example of bringing those important conversations to life and we are excited to give away 250 tickets to this October 28 online screening and live Q & A. Click below to secure your free ticket and keep the conversa...tion going. http://bit.ly/MHFA-Film-Screening #worldmentalhealthday #happysadman #mentalhealthawareness #mhfa #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealth

21.01.2022 Do you know anyone who either has expertise in the area of panic attacks, has lived experience or cares for someone who has lived experience of panic attacks? Mental Health First Aid Australia is looking for individuals to take part in three online surveys in order to redevelop our guidelines on this subject. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #panicattacks #livedexperience #carers... For more info click on the relevant link below: Individuals with Professional Experience in the area of panic attacks: https://bit.ly/MHFA-Panic-AttacksP Individuals with Lived Experience or their carers: https://bit.ly/MHFA-Panic-AttacksLE

20.01.2022 Can you help? If you're a current Mental Health First Aider we'd love to hear from you. Your feedback will help us determine how best to connect with, support and celebrate all the amazing Mental Health First Aiders across Australia. To provide your valuable feedback, follow this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5CZS95G

20.01.2022 Lucy Brogden, Chair of the National Mental Health Commission will be sharing her tips on creating a mentally healthy workplace from home at the upcoming Mental Health Masterclass on Thursday 7 May, 12.00pm 1.30pm. Tune in and take a listen - https://anzmh.asn.au/working-at-home-tools-to-increase-pro/ #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #MentalHealthMasterclass #workplacementalhealth #workingfromhome #socialisolation

20.01.2022 We know the high-pressure environment that legal professionals work in means that lawyers are more prone to mental illness, which is why it is great to see the Australian Law Student Association (ALSA) is delivering our blended mental health first aid training. This blended MHFA course is completely online and will assist new lawyers to identify the signs of mental illness and equip them with the skills and confidence to respond. https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au//29624-law...-student-body-d #MHFA #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA_Australia #legal #lawyers #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

20.01.2022 COVID19 has placed unprecedented stress on young people and their support systems. These figures are alarming and reaffirm the need for proactive steps to be taken now to equip young people and teachers with essential mental health information and skills on how to seek and give initial mental health first aid, and to know how, when and where to refer young people to mental health professionals. The Teen Mental Health First Aid peer support course for adolescents is effective ...in increasing students knowledge and confidence in providing help to a peer, improving attitudes to seeking help from adults, and developing skills in preventing suicide and supporting early help seeking in peers. Providing mental health first aid programs to whole school communities is an urgent and required evidence-based response that every school can implement nationally to support student, parent and staff mental health in response to and beyond the COVID19 pandemic. More information about accredited Mental Health First Aid courses can be found here: https://mhfa.com.au/courses #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA_Australia #youth #suicideprevention #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #covid19

18.01.2022 MHFA AT WORK: Coca-Cola Amatil It has never been more important to be looking after our mental health while we work. As we start to showcase the inspiring work Australian companies are doing to create mentally healthy workplaces, we would like to share a video @CocaColaAmatil created for their staff with tips on how to look after their mental health during the current pandemic. Share examples of what your workplace is doing with the hashtag #MHFAatWork https://vimeo.com/434531203

18.01.2022 Q. What is the most common mental illness in Australia? A. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in Australia, affecting around one in seven people (14.4%) each year. Depression ranks number 2 - about 6.2% of people have an episode of depression each year. #MHFA #mentalhealthfirstaid #anxiety #depression #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

18.01.2022 Q. Is it a bad idea to ask someone about suicide? A. Many people fear that asking someone if they are thinking about suicide could put the idea in their head. This isn’t true. Instead, it can make the person feel less alone with their thoughts, and more able to accept help. It’s important that the question is direct and unambiguous, and delivered without judgement. Are you having thoughts of suicide? or Are you thinking about killing yourself? are both good ways to ask. ...This lets the person know that you are not afraid to talk about suicide and they don’t need to be either. If the person doesn’t feel judged, they will almost always tell the truth. This is because most people don’t want to die. They want their pain to end and they can’t see another way out. You can help them find one. Want to learn more? visit https://mhfa.com.au/conversations #MHFA #mentalhealthfirstaid #anxiety #depression #suicide #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

17.01.2022 International Day of Older Persons 2020 highlights the role of the health care workforce in contributing to the health of older persons. MHFA Australia has a specialised course called Older Person Mental Health First Aid. Learn how to assist people aged 65+ who are developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem or in a mental health crisis, until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves. ... https://mhfa.com.au/courses/public/types/olderperson #UNIDOP #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid #seniors #mentalhealth #carers #agedcare #elderly #elderlycare #seniorcare #dementia #alzheimers

16.01.2022 Look out for others who might be struggling. Christmas ‘it’s the most wonderful time of the year’, isn’t it? For many, it is a time of stress, financial pressure, family troubles or even grief. Christmas can be a trigger for those with mental ill health or anyone experiencing challenging times.... Check out our Mental Health First Aid guidelines for information on how to support someone you know. https://mhfa.com.au/mental-health-first-aid-guidelines #MHFA #MentalHealthFirstAid #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #FestiveSeason

16.01.2022 Suicide can be a challenging topic for many people. In Australia alone, around 3,000 people die by suicide each year. In this video, Dr Claire Kelly and Peta Dampney discuss the importance of having a Mental Health First Aid conversation with someone who may be at risk of suicide. We can all make a difference in the lives of those who might be struggling by having regular, meaningful conversations about lifes ups and downs.... Suicide is often preventable. Learn the skills to make a difference. Learn about our courses today: mhfa.com.au/courses #WSPD #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid #LearnTheSkills

16.01.2022 Central Finance Management Group are a Gold Recognised Skilled Workplace. Members of the Senior Management team at CFMG have completed the MHFA training and are now accredited Mental Health First Aiders. In addition, a member of the Executive Team will sponsor the Mental Wellness Committee. Learn more. https://mhfa.com.au/skilledworkplace #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealth #workplacehealth #employeewellbeing #workplaceculture #mentalhealthatwork #skilledworkplace #finance

16.01.2022 This year’s Reconciliation Week theme - More than a word. Reconciliation takes Action - urges us towards braver and more impactful action when thinking of how we can all contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Margaret Saunders is a proud Wiradjuri woman from the Bogan River People (New South Wales) and is an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid (AMHFA) Instructor. Margaret is one of the many passionate members of the MHFA community sup...porting others on their reconciliation journey. I believe I carry the cultural knowledge, inspiration and determination to contribute towards reconciliation in our country. My lived experiences are drawn from being an older person who has both Aboriginal and non-Indigenous family, with many children, grandchildren, and an extensive extended family. I have developed and maintained significant and wide-ranging networks, supported by those who play an important role in my own journey and enabling me to continue with self-preservation healing and recovery. Through my delivery of AMHFA courses I am in a position to create a culturally informed, open and safe environment where participants from different backgrounds and cultures are able to receive and talk about Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health. Feedback from participants reinforces that I am enabling partnership and understanding by breaking down barriers and building capacity through community (Aboriginal style and ways) development which plays a major role in moving towards better outcomes for reconciliation. Learn more about Reconciliation Week 2021and how you can take actionhere:https://nrw.reconciliation.org.au/about-nrw/ See more

15.01.2022 April 28th is the official United Nations designated World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2020. Mental Health First Aid Australia has compiled some great resources and links for employers to support the mental health and wellbeing of their workers during the Covid-19 pandemic. Visit https://mhfa.com.au/covid-19 to check out out these resources. #WorldDayforSafetyAndHealthAtWork #SHWDay #WorldSafetyDay #mentalhealth #mhfa

15.01.2022 Meet John, the inspiration behind the extraordinary documentary Happy Sad Man. He is quick-witted, charming, a creative musician, bush carpenter, father, and friend. He also has bipolar disorder. This October in mental health awareness month - MHFA is proud to give away 250 tickets to the October 28 online screening of this touching, funny and tender documentary, together with a post-film live Q & A featuring the films maker Genevieve Bailey. Click below to secure your free... ticket and keep the conversation going. http://bit.ly/MHFA-Film-Screening #worldmentalhealthday #happysadman #mentalhealthawareness #mhfa #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealth

15.01.2022 Observed on September 10th each year, World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) provides the opportunity for people, across the globe, to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention. 2020 has been one of the most challenging and stressful years that our world has ever faced. Its more important than ever to learn practical skills and improve your confidence to provide support to someone who is feeling suicidal. Learn about our Conversations About Suicide course today. ... https://mhfa.com.au/courses/public/types/suicide Suicide is often preventable. Learn the skills to make a difference. #WSPD #WSPD2020 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid #LearnTheSkills

14.01.2022 Randstad RiseSmart is a Gold Skilled Workplace and have trained 60% of their associates in MHFA since 2017. This year they plan to have 100% of their associates Mental Health First Aid certified. #mhfa #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealth #workplacehealth #employeewellbeing #workplaceculture #mentalhealthatwork https://mhfa.com.au/skilledworkplace

14.01.2022 Wanting to teach young people mental health first aid skills to identify peers in need of assistance? Teen MHFA 28th Sep-1st Oct 2020 in Sydney still has places. #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA #teen_MHFA #youth #ozedchat #aussieED #mentalhealth https://mhfa.com.au/courses/instructor/60773

14.01.2022 Great to see sporting clubs across South Australia will be tackling mental health head-on and were pleased to see they have funded local MHFA courses. #sport #mentalhealth #MHFA_Australia #MHFA

13.01.2022 Our colleagues at the Centre for Mental Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne recently worked with Mindframe to develop new guidelines on media reporting of severe mental illness in the context of violence and crime. #media #mentalhealth #mentalillness #violence #crime You can read the new Mindframe Guidelines here: https://mindframe.org.au/mindframe-guidelines-severe-mental

13.01.2022 Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day and R U OK? Day, the Australian Government has officially launched vital suicide prevention aftercare services in six states and territories, as well as providing an extension of funding for a range of existing suicide prevention support, awareness, stigma reduction, research and leadership activities under the National Suicide Prevention and Leadership Support Program. Mental Health First Aid Australia welcomes these announcements, and... this funding extension will enable our organisation and our national community of accredited Instructors to maintain our focus on delivering essential training programs to schools, workplaces and within local communities through to June 2022. More details about the announcements are available here: https://www.health.gov.au//enhancing-suicide-prevention-on #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealth

13.01.2022 Hello everyone! We are seeking feedback on some of our new-look materials for the Teen MHFA years 10-12 course, a course which teaches young people to support their peers with mental health problems and encourage them to seek the help of a responsible adult. Please pass this survey on to any young Australians you know who are in years 9-12 at school. http://bit.ly/tmhfagraphicsfeedback Feel free to share this post to your own page. Thank you! #MHFA #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealth #teen_MHFA

12.01.2022 The MHFA USA program was established in 2007. They have 32,287 instructors and have trained over 2,200,000 first aiders. Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation is championing teen MHFA in the USA. Learn more. https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ #MHFA #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA_International #mentalhealth #usa #america

12.01.2022 Remember to show respect and dignity when supporting someone experiencing a mental health problem. Respect their autonomy Resist the urge to ‘solve’ their problems... And, wherever possible, allow them to make their own decisions for recovery. It’s always more important to be genuinely caring, rather than to say all the ‘right things’.

12.01.2022 We know international student mental health support services are crucial at this time, so we are pleased to see that The International Education Association of Australia is leading the cause to support these students. https://www.ieaa.org.au//the-impact-of-covid-19-on-interna We have been delivering tailored mental health first aid courses to thousands of tertiary students in Australia since 2013. ... We recently released a 100% online solution, Blended Online MHFA Tertiary Course for Tertiary Students. https://mhfa.com.au/courses/elearning/61584 #tertiary #highered #highereducation #university #studentlife #mentalhealth #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #covid19 #coronavirus

11.01.2022 Its wonderful to see a group who have recently completed a Mental Health First Aid course inspired to band together to support their community and raise awareness around suicide. #mentalhealth #suicideawareness #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA #Cowra https://www.cowraguardian.com.au//group-plans-to-raise-a/

10.01.2022 Today is World Mental Health Day, and what better opportunity to pause, think and talk about mental health. If someone you know and love is not well or experiencing a mental health crisis, you want to be there for that person. Unfortunately, starting a conversation about mental health may make some people feel uncomfortable or unprepared and this may mean that they avoid the conversation altogether.... If you are worried about the mental health of a friend, family member or co-worker, reach out and start a conversation. MHFA have some simple advice and tips on how to start. https://mhfa.com.au/conversations #worldmentalhealthday #mentalhealthawareness #MHFA #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealth

10.01.2022 Working in the music industry is consistently recognised as a risk factor for mental health issues, so it is great to see organisations such as Crew Care, Woke Blokes, Mos Desert Clubhouse and many more supporting local musicians with information and support including mental health first aid. #mentalhealth #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid #ausmusic #australianmusic #goldcoast #covidsafe #covid19 https://blankgc.com.au/music-industry-mingle-september-2020/

09.01.2022 We are extremely pleased to see the launch of the #ZeroSuicide directory of training programs produced by Life in Mind, in collaboration with the Zero Suicide Institute of Australasia. This resource, which includes Mental Health First Aid training, has been designed to support the training of healthcare staff who provide care to people experiencing suicidal behaviours. You can view the directory here http://ow.ly/WjiX50AnABf Greg Hunt MP

09.01.2022 Q. Is it normal to be unhappy in old age? A. Feeling unhappy shouldn’t be seen as a normal part of ageing. Mental health problems are less common in older adults than young people, but they can occur at any age. Talk to the person about seeking help. Want to learn more? visit https://mhfa.com.au/conversations... #mentalhealthmonth #MHFA #mentalhealthfirstaid #anxiety #depression #suicide #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

08.01.2022 Just published by Fernwood Fitness, the Women Supporting Women podcast explores in-depth discussions around the topic of mental health with Mental Health First Aid Australia Workplace Engagement Officer, Dr. Kathy Bond. Kathy shares valuable information about the MHFA training program, signing up, and tips for when, where, and how to start those important conversations. Listen now on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/330c2jk... or Spotify https://spoti.fi/321xHbX #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealth #suicideawareness #podcast #wellbeing #fernwoodfitness #womensupportingwomen #mentalhealthawareness #share #listen #support

08.01.2022 Nominations are open for the Australian Mental Health Prize. One of our founders and former CEO Betty Kitchener AM was one of seven finalists for the Inaugural UNSWs Australian Mental Health Prize 2016. Please check it out and help recognise those fighting for change, by nominating someone deserving by 30 August. #OZMentalHealthPrize #MentalHealth #UNSW https://www.australianmentalhealthprize.org.au/

08.01.2022 Learn how Mental Health First Aid training can help shift your workplace culture. Join us Wednesday 16 June for our free 90-minute networking event. Hear from four featured workplaces on the challenges they've faced and their success in implementing MHFA training. You'll also be able to connect with other organisations and access support and resources in follow-up Q&A's and breakout discussions. More info: https://bit.ly/3fGaMtm

08.01.2022 Mental Health First Aid Instructors are key to delivering Mental Health First Aid across Australia, and we are working together to train over 1 million Mental Health First Aiders. MHFA Australia has trained over 2000 instructors with diverse backgrounds and experiences and many are able to deliver nationally, our evidence-based courses are available in all States and Territories. In 2021, you can find an instructor to come to you and deliver MHFA to your organisation, workplace, community group or school here. https://mhfa.com.au/instructors or why not become a MHFA Instructor and train people in this life skill. https://mhfa.com.au/be-an-instructor #MHFA #MentalHealthFirstAid #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness

07.01.2022 As National Reconciliation Week 2020 draws to a close, it is a time for us to reflect on and strengthen our relationships with all those that call the continent of Australia home. We all have a role to play as individuals, families and communities in reconciliation, an important part of this is taking time to build relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures and futures. Our futures are linked which is why it is... important to keep our vision aligned, recognising the connection we have with each other and the country. MHFA is committed to reaching all groups of people via our many courses, particularly our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander courses that focus on supporting First Nations people through Cultural respect, knowledge and understanding. For more info on these courses please visit https://bit.ly/AMHFA-Course To learn more about Reconciliation week, please visit https://nrw.reconciliation.org.au/about-nrw/

06.01.2022 Each year 1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental illness. Many people are not knowledgeable or confident to offer assistance. Physical first aid is accepted and widespread in our community, however, most do not cover mental health problems. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches people the skills and gives them the confidence to help someone who they're concerned about. Take a course. https://mhfa.com.au/courses/public #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

06.01.2022 Did you know that Mental Health First Aid Australia evaluates its training programs using rigorous, scientific studies? A large factor associated with the wide impact of MHFA training both in Australia and worldwide is attributed to MHFA Australias commitment to evaluating its training programs since the program began in 2000. Learn more. https://mhfa.com.au/mhfa-research #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealth #research #delphistudy #mentalhealthawareness

06.01.2022 Great to see young Shepparton council candidate Andrew Bock pushing to introduce mental health first aid across the municipality. #mentalhealth #MHFA #mhfa_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid #shepparton Andrew Bock - Independent

05.01.2022 It can be hard to know the best way to show support for someone experiencing a mental health problem. While you may not fully understand how a person feels - just listening to, or being with someone is a simple way to let them know you care.

04.01.2022 All sports including football are an ideal setting to teach and practice mental health first aid (MHFA). We are pleased to see the ongoing efforts of these SA community football teams to train in MHFA and provide life-saving support for family, friends and teammates. #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #SA #Adelaide #sport #footy #football

04.01.2022 Did you know the MHFA program has been adapted for use in other countries and rigorous evaluations have contributed to its international uptake? There are currently 26 accredited Mental Health First Aid Programs in countries across the world. #MHFA #MHFA_International #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #covid19 #coronavirus... Visit the new MHFA International website to learn more. https://mhfainternational.org

03.01.2022 Since 2015 RAA South Australia have trained 65 employees in mental health first aid. In addition to MHFA they have implemented a number of complimentary wellbeing initiatives to promote overall wellbeing and mental health of the workforce. Learn more about the program here. https://mhfa.com.au/skilledworkplace #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealth #workplacehealth #employeewellbeing #workplaceculture #mentalhealthatwork #skilledworkplace

03.01.2022 Have you taken a Mental Health First Aid course recently? #mentalhealth #mentalhealthfirstaid #MHFA_Australia #MHFA #mentalhealthawareness #suicideprevention #COVID19 #IamOneoftheMillion

03.01.2022 Dr Claire Kelly from MHFA Australia will be talking about the nations mental health with Fran Kelly just after 8 am tomorrow morning on the RN Breakfast show. Tune in if you are able! https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/breakfast/ ABC Radio National

03.01.2022 **MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID - MEDIA RELEASE** Early intervention focus to lead mental health recovery efforts. Mental Health First Aid Australia has welcomed the release of the National Mental Health and Wellbeing Pandemic Response Plan today.... This comprehensive plan for the mental health and wellbeing of Australians in both the response and recovery phases of the pandemic with an early intervention focus, will result in people taking proactive steps early to look after themselves and to support others in the months and years ahead. Mental Health First Aid Australia CEO Shannon Anderson said Safeguarding the mental health of all Australians as we transition from COVID-19 pandemic response to recovery will require the collective and focused efforts of all Governments, mental health professionals, community organisations and each and every one of us as part of an integrated response. We all have a civic duty to be informed and alert to the signs and symptoms that a friend, colleague, loved one or community member may not be doing so well. Early intervention enables people to seek and receive help at the onset of distress or when experiencing mental health problems, which reduces demand on acute care and crisis services. Being informed, vigilant and working together as a community are concepts we are all well and truly familiar with as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The National Mental Health and Wellbeing Pandemic Response Plan details a range of important foundational principles and priorities that will guide State and Territory mental health responses in coming months. This includes the provision of evidence-based care, valuing lived experience, adopting community-based approaches and collaborative partnerships. These have been guiding principles for the Mental Health First Aid Program in Australia and overseas for many years. Mental Health First Aid Australia and our national and diverse community of more than 2,000 accredited Instructors are ready and willing to work with local communities and workplaces to help build community capacity that will see us develop a collective mental health safety net for all Australians together. Media contact: Toby Davis 0423 828 401

03.01.2022 Wanting to teach MHFA those who work with, support or care for the elderly? This intensive 5-day course 15/02/2021-19/02/2021 delivered in Adelaide accredits successful applicants to conduct the 12-hour Older Person MHFA course. The Older Person Mental Health First Aid course is for any interested adult, particularly those who work with, live with or care for older people, including families and carers. ... https://mhfa.com.au/courses/instructor/64092 #MHFA #MentalHealthFirstAid #Seniors #Elderly #Carers #AgedCare #Adelaide

03.01.2022 Great to see mental health first aid being promoted broadly to the Indian population. We have not one, but two licensees of the MHFA program in India. #MHFA #mhfa_India #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #india

03.01.2022 Mental Health First Aid Australia acknowledges and celebrates #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay - A global event to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than One Billion people with disabilities. Thank you to all those trained in Mental Health First Aid and others in our community who work supporting people with disabilities, as we remind ourselves how crucial communication and accessibility is to offering mental health first aid

02.01.2022 Do you work with or support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults? Learn how to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults who may be developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing problem or in a mental health crisis. Our course is based on evidence from the expert consensus of Aboriginal mental health professionals, many of whom also have lived experience of mental health problems.... Learn more. https://mhfa.com.au/courses/public/types/aboriginal #MentalHealthFirstAid #MHFA #MentalHealth #Aboriginal #Indigenous #FirstNations

01.01.2022 To effectively support someone facing difficult mental health issues, it's important to adopt an attitude of acceptance. Even if they are different from your own or you disagree with them, everyone’s feelings and experiences are valid

01.01.2022 Today is #RUOKDay and this years campaign focuses on what to say when someone answers no to that important question. Many people feel uncomfortable and unprepared when talking about mental health problems and this can mean the conversation never starts at all. Mental Health First Aid courses teach people the skills to feel confident about what to do next if someone says Im not okay. At an MHFA course, you will learn how to recognise the signs and symptoms of mental... health problems or a crisis such as thoughts of suicide. Youll gain the confidence to give the most effective support you can and when and how to access professional help. There is more to say after RUOK? and the conversation that follows could change a life. For those who want to feel confident and prepared when having that conversation, there is Mental Health First Aid Training. If youd like to learn the skills to have that conversation on RUOK? day or any other day, visit https://mhfa.com.au/ #RUOKDay #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #MHFA #MHFA_Australia #mentalhealthfirstaid

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