Mental Health Carers NSW Information

Mental Health Carers NSW (MHCN) is the peak body for the systemic advocacy of mental health carers in NSW. MHCN are a community-based, non-government organisation that provides systemic advocacy, education, and a local service referral telephone Helpline for the carers, family and friends of those experiencing mental illness across NSW. There are currently 2.7 million unpaid carers in Australia, 39% of whom provide more than 40 hours of care per week . Due to the demands of their full-time caring role, carers are at a high risk for developing mental health issues. We work to ensure the voices of mental health carers in NSW are represented and heard in policy and service provision reform processes to ensure they are recognised and their rights upheld. We endeavour to empower mental health carers across the state to become champions for mental health reform and advocacy.