Arafmi Phone (08) 9427 7100. Freecall 1800 811 747
Membership and Services are FREE
Mental Health Carers Arafmi is the pre-eminent mental health carer organisation in Western Australia. As our members are families and friends of those with mental health issues, we put carers at the centre of everything we do, meaning our extensive list of services and our advocacy comes from a carer perspective.
Donations: Click on "Donations" Above
We are proud members of national Mental Health Carers Arafmi Australia (MHCAA). www.arafmiaustralia.asn.au
Membership and Services are FREE
Mental Health Carers Arafmi is the pre-eminent mental health carer organisation in Western Australia. As our members are families and friends of those with mental health issues, we put carers at the centre of everything we do, meaning our extensive list of services and our advocacy comes from a carer perspective.
Donations: Click on "Donations" Above
We are proud members of national Mental Health Carers Arafmi Australia (MHCAA). www.arafmiaustralia.asn.au
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Mental Health & Carer Events: Click on Arafmi Diary this page.
NEWS - Full news reports in Alert. Go to "More" /"Newsletters" Latest issue of Concern magazine - Go to "More" click on "Magazine" Support Group Timetables - See Information & Support WORKSHOPS: See Information & Support Arafmi the Benefiting Charity for 2013 Men in Black Ball
Momentum Forum, organisers of the annual Men in Black Ball in support of men’s mental health have chosen Arafmi as the ball’s benefiting charity. The ball on June 15 raises awareness of men’s mental health. Arafmi executive director, Mike Seward said, “We are grateful to Momentum Forum for choosing Arafmi to be their 2013 benefiting charity for the great Men in Black Ball. The funds we get from it will be used to provide men carers with some male specific respite.” Interested? June 15, Hyatt Regency 6.30pm start, tickets $220. Bookings, Click on media release below. www.momentumwf.com.au 
Arafmi in South Hedland
Natalie Middleton has joined our South Hedland office as Arafmi Family/Carer Support Worker. Contact Arafmi, South Hedland Lotteries House, Unit 12/2A, 2 Leake St, South Hedland. Ph: (08) 9172 2386. Mobile: 0437 616 806.
Indigenous Communities Seek Treatment Less Often
Mental Health Commissioner Eddie Bartnik said mental disorders were the second leading cause of disease burden (after cardiovascular disease) among Indigenous communities yet the proportion of Aboriginal people seeking treatment was significant lower. Report, See Arafmi Alert, May 24.
DisabilityCare Australia – Don’t
Rush, Says MS Boss
Debate continues on the National Disability Insurance Scheme, now called DisabilityCare Australia. Marcus Stafford, CEO, Multiple Sclerosis Society of WA and chair of the Chamber of Commerce’s disability committee said: “NDIS is a good idea .... I encourage Mr Barnett to sign up but only under terms which ensure we retain sensible control of our own destiny.” Report, See Arafmi Alert, May 24. $1.2m Federal Grant to Arafmi
Ministers Stephen Smith and Jenny Macklin with school children on Arafmi's school holiday program for young carers. They presented $1.2m to Arafmi for projects in Perth, suburbs and Geraldton.
“Carers and families of people with a severe mental
illness will have greater access to support services,” Minister for Disability
Reform, Jenny Macklin said.
VACANCY - MATERNITY LEAVE COVER Payroll and Accounts Officer – Part-Time (Payroll experienced self starter) $54,210 – $66,250 until 30 June 2013; $56,513.93 – $69,065.63 indicative from 1 July 2013 and 9% Superannuation (9.25% from 1 July) Arafmi is looking for an experienced Payroll Officer who pays attention to detail and has highly developed time management skills to take responsibility for the administration and efficient running of Arafmi’s +/- 40 staff payroll. For Position Description and Selection Criteria please email muireann.daly@arafmi.asn.au or phone Muireann on 9427 7100. Details Rana Ensor on 9427 7100. Applications including resume, a cover letter, and a statement addressing criteria to: muireann.daly@arafmi.asn.au Applications Close: Tuesday 27 May at 9 am.
Mental Health Good Outcomes Awards
Mental Health Minister Helen Morton is seeking help to identify people working in the mental health sector who are excelling in their roles. Arafmi WA President Tony Fowke, who won two awards last year said: “I consider it important recognition of the important role all family members and other carers play in the community.” The awards, by the Mental Health Comm, celebrate individuals, groups and organisations across the government, private and community sectors that have made an outstanding contribution to mental health in WA. 12 categories recognise excellence in early intervention and prevention, excellence in outcomes for older adults, human rights, equity and diversity and improved outcomes in Aboriginal social and emotional well being. Nominations close July 19.
Arafmi Board Vacancies
Are you suited to sit on the Board of Arafmi? After changes on the Board there are vacancies for suitable candidates. Skills sought include human resources and industrial relations knowledge but others may apply. Contact Executive Director Mike Seward on 9427 7100 or email for an application form to mike.seward@arafmi.asn.au Information, papers, extracts and video from the WA Carers Conference This important event was hosted by Arafmi & Carers WA. Sponsors: Department for Communities, Carers Advisory Council, Mental Health Commission, Disability Services Commission, Mental Health Council of Australia and Lotterywest. All details of conference go to: http://www.carerswa.asn.au/news-and-events/wa-carers-conference-2012/wa-carers-conference-videos-2012/
/www.wacarersconference2012.com.au and also see Carers WA website http://www.carerswa.asn.au/ Glenn Mitchell, Arafmi Ambassador
The ex-ABC broadcaster, a prominent advocate for mental health, joins Estelle Dragun and Jamie Fillery as Arafmi Ambassadors.
Arafmi supports the One Life suicide prevention strategy.
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Youth Services Forms
To refer young people to Arafmi Youth Support Services please use the forms below. Inquiries phone Juliana 9427 7100 or juliana.hussain@arafmi.asn.au 
MENTAL ILLNESSES - FACT SHEETS
SANE Australia fact sheets on mental illnesses: http://www.sane.org/information/factsheets-podcasts Brochure Explains Carers’ Rights The Carers Recognition Act 2004 brochure – ‘Carer’s Recognition Act 2004: What it means for WA carers and service providers’ – is at www.communities.wa.gov.au – click on ‘carers’, then ‘Carers Recognition Act.’ Phone: 6551 8700 and ask for a copy. Are you involved in a group or agency that could benefit from a presentation from Arafmi? Phone 9427 7100. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1I-8jx2t2I8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STh_DiOUTgE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fe0QBpc04ZY
Mental Health Bill debate links
Arafmi Handle with Care Workbook Revised
Handle with Care is a workbook for young people aged 8-12 who have a parent or family member with a mental illness. Updated, the bright workbook includes illnesses such as anxiety and borderline personality disorder. It includes treatment options, how to cope with feelings and self-care and can be used in a group setting such as the SMILES program or with young people individually. Cost: $7 if you pick up from our office or $10 if you posted. Phone 9427 7100. Order form below. New Mental
Health Courts
The adult mental health court is called the START Court (rather than MH Diversion Court because this may cause confusion with the Court Liaison Service). Contact: Level 4, START Team Office (Opposite Court 41), Central Law Courts, 501 Hay St, Perth. Ph: 9425 2582. Mental Health Intervention Program in the Children's Court, Children's Court, 160 Pier Street, Perth. Phone 9218 4817. You are not alone
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