Thursday, June 24, 2010

Caring for Carers: Depression, Anxiety and the Impact of Caring - Live Satellite Broadcast


The following was received from the Mental Health Council of Australia:

Caring for Carers: Depression, Anxiety and the Impact of Caring
Tuesday 29th June 8.00pm (AEST) and Friday 2nd July 12.30pm – Live satellite broadcast

This program discusses the experiences and particular challenges for carers supporting a person with mental health problems. The importance of carers as part of the care team, and useful strategies for supporting a person with a mental illness are included. The program assists health practitioners to develop practical ways to support and encourage carers to look after themselves. Support, counselling and respite services are also examined.

Produced with funding from beyondblue: the national depression initiative.

Click here for more information about this program.

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