Seeking consumers and carers to attend workshop

Country Health SA is seeking people with a lived experience of mental illness and carers to attend a two day workshop on Consumer and Carer Participation to develop the CHSA Mental Health Participation Framework.

A workshop is being held in South Australia facilitated by well-respected and internationally recognised consultant and educator in recovery based practice in mental health, with lived experience of mental illness, Helen Glover.

The aim of the workshop is to develop a Country Health SA Consumer and Carer Participation Framework, which includes an implementation plan with clear actions and associated timelines.

Organisers of this event are seeking input from a broad cross-section of people from country South Australia to attend this two-day workshop from 28-29 April 2009 in Mclaren Vale.

Travel, meals and accommodation costs will be covered, but places are limited.

If you are interested in taking part, please forward a written expression of interest explaining:

• Why are you interested in participating in the forum?
• What would you like to see achieved by the forum
• What networks do you have or are a part of
• What do you feel are your skills and experiences relevant to the work of the forum?

Consumers and carers are encouraged to apply. MMHA is encouraging consumers and carers from CALD backgrounds to attend this event.

Applications must be forwarded to Bronwyn Ryan by March 23rd 2009.

Bronwyn Ryan
Hospital Road
Port Augusta SA 5700
Email: Bronwyn.ryan@saugov.sa.gov.au