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Welcome the MHFA(V) Web site
The Mental Health Foundation of Australia (Victoria) is the
oldest Mental Health Association in Australia, founded in
1930.
The Mental Health Foundation of Australia (Victoria) membership
encompasses people living with mental illness, family members,
carers and friends, professionals from many fields, mental
health service providers and interested members of the general
public.
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| Mental Health Week 2008 |
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Mental
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Art Competition
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Mental Health Week October 5 -11 2008
Mental Health Week aims to activate, educate and engage Victorians around mental health and related issues through the organisation of a huge variety of events by individuals and organisations across the state.
The theme for Mental Health Week 2008 in Victoria is Mental Health: What do you know? We are asking Victorians what do they know about mental health.
We also support World Mental Health Day on October 10th. The theme for WMHDay, as set by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) is 'Making Mental Health a Global Priority: Scaling Up Services Through Citizen Advocacy and Action'. For further information on World Mental Health Day contact the World Federation for Mental Health at info@wfmh.com or visit www.wmhday.net.
All Victorian Mental Health Week activities will be promoted directly on this website. For details and information about entering your Mental Health Week Event on this site, click here.
Program of Events
The program of events for Mental Health Week 2008 is available on this site. To view click here. In recent years there have been over 200 events organised.
Event Registration
To become involved in Mental Health Week as an event organiser you need to register your organisation. You will choose a username and password that lets you access the forms for submitting your Mental Health Week events. To register click here. You may register events on the website until October 1st. Alterations to event details may also be made up until this date.
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| Mental Health Foundation of Australia - Annual Conference |
| Resilience for Young and Old |
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" Resilience for Young and Old |
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Mental Health Foundation of Australia - National Conference |
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9-10 October 2008
Harrison Room, Melbourne Cricket Ground
Resilience – Mental Health Insurance for the Future
Leaders, researchers, practitioners and government discuss strategies, tools and techniques to build resilience for young and old
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| Mood Disorders Support Group 2008 |
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Information and support for people experiencing mood disorders, their families and friends; for professionals and service providers, and all people interested in mental health promotion and illness prevention. These meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of each month at 7.30 - 9.00 pm. at 270 Church St. Richmond 3121.Ph: 9427 0406, fax: 9427 1294 Email: admin@mentalhealthvic.org.au. Prior registration essential by phone, fax or email. Entry fee for speaker evening on first Thursday of each month: Concession - $5.00; MHFA(V) Member - $15.00; Non-Members - $20.00. Support meetings on the 3rd Thursday of the month are free.
Thursday 2nd October, 2008
'Impact of Relationships on Men's Mental Health'
Presented by Dr Nicholas Foster, B.A. (Hons.), Ph.D. (Psych.)
Psychologist, Mensline Australia
Dr. Nick Foster completed a doctoral thesis in psychology at the University of London at in 1998. He has since worked across a variety of industries in Australia, South Africa, Canada, Russia and Europe, and has led personal and professional development, and leadership programmes for several corporate and charitable organisations.
Nick started work at Crisis Support Services in 2006 on the telephone lines. In addition to regular Mensline Australia calls he was responsible for providing specialised counselling for Australians in acute crisis. In his current position with the Crisis Support Unit, he promotes services offered by the Unit, such as Mensline Australia, SuicideLine and Staying Connected training
Nick is passionate about empowering Australians to overcome crises, develop resilience and build strong sustainable relationships.
Registration is essential.
Don't forget to register by phone: (03) 9427 0406 or email: admin@mentalhealthvic.org.au
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| Schools’ Mental Health Week 2008 Creative Writing Competition |
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This annual Creative Writing Competition for Victorian schools, organised by the Mental Health Foundation of Australia (Victoria), is again being held in the lead up to Mental Health Week 5 - 11th October 2008.
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| Cruden Farm Fun Day For Young & Old 2008 |
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Please join us for a wonderful day of music, wine and song on the magnificent gardens of Cruden Farm, the home of Dame Elisabeth Murdoch AC, DBE.
Take a tranquil walk around the lake, explore the hidden courtyard and stone stables or wander through Dame Elisabeth's renowned rose garden.
There will be a classic car display, bands, singers, acrobats, a baby animal farm and other entertainment to enjoy on the day. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a sausage sizzle, devonshire tea, wine and drink sales.
Date: Sunday 12th October 2008
Time: 11am - 4pm
Venue: Cruden Farm, Langwarrin Cranbourne - Frankston Road (enter from Cranhaven Road)
Melway Ref: 103 F6
Cost: $15 per adult, children under 15 free admission
Enquiries: Sue Evans, Alzheimer's Australia Vic, 03 9815 7800
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