Albanese government commits $500M to youth mental health centres
The government committed $500 million to build 20 new specialist mental health centres for young people. These centres provide care outside hospital.
The government committed $500 million to build 20 new Youth Specialist Care Centres. Young people who need specialist mental health care can get ongoing help there, outside hospital.
The government also upgraded Ballarat's headspace facility with a $1.2 million investment. The new facility sits on Dawson Street and meets the centre's specific needs.
It offers free support for people ages 12 to 25. The Head to Health clinic in Ballarat has served over 2,500 people.
It provided nearly 30,000 free sessions over five years. The government is funding more psychology university places.
It is also training more mental health professionals: psychiatrists, psychologists, and peer workers.
- $500 million
- Commitment to new centres
- 20
- New Youth Specialist Care Centres
- $1.2 million
- Ballarat headspace investment
- nearly 30,000
- Head to Health sessions over five years
Why it mattersYoung people needing specialist mental health care often face long waits at hospitals. Community centres can provide faster treatment instead.
AustraliaNew centres will deliver mental health care to young Australians in their communities, expanding free and low-cost services across the country.
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