Earlier this month MHACA held its Annual General Meeting and released the 2013/4 Annual Report. It was a busy year for MHACA and you can read all about what we have been up to here.MHACA Annual Report 2013-4
MHACA Annual Report 2013/4
Many people remain silent at work about mental health challenges, but evidence suggest employees could be missing out on support.
Read more in this article theconversation.com/should-you-tell-your-boss-about-your-mental-illness-heres-what-to-weigh-up-20...
MHACA delivers a free 1 hour Mental Health in the Workplace workshop which explores some of these issues and available supports. It can be for both employers and employees. If your organisation or community group is interested in having this workshop email training@mhaca.org.au or call 8950 4600.
Should you tell your boss about your mental illness? Here's what to weigh up
theconversation.com
In the past, workers have been warned not to disclose their mental illness at work for fear of discrimination. But there can be many positives to telling your boss.
Come down to the Uniting Church Lawns in the Todd Mall for Men’s Mental Health Day 11.30am-1pm Friday June 16, as part of Men’s Health Week national activities.
With speakers, fun activities, information stalls, and a Men’s Wellbeing Hamper lucky draw. This event is organised by MHACA, with a free healthy BBQ in collaboration with the Foot Health Resources Launch from the Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Looking After Feet Program.
This is a free community event, all are welcome.
When: 11.30am-1pm Friday 16 June
Where: Uniting Church Lawns, 50 Todd St, Alice Springs
Mental Health Association of Central Australia
www.mhaca.org.au
MHACA provides psychosocial support services and educational programs aimed at enhancing mental health and well being of people living in Central Australia.