New partnership to encourage healthy routines
The Subiaco Community Mental Health Service and Lords Recreation Centre have commenced a new partnership to encourage carers and participants in mental health groups to build healthy routines and reduce social isolation.
The partnership aims to highlight the benefits of community-based, preventative mental health care, and to work together to remove barriers to exercise.
Mayor David McMullen said, “Physical activity plays a key role in improving mental health, and our Lords team are passionate about empowering people to exercise in a safe and supportive environment.
“This partnership shows us what great things can happen when local services work together to support accessibility, connection and wellbeing.”
Co-Director of Community Adult Mental Health David Bruce said, “Our carers play an invaluable role in supporting individuals accessing mental health services and often experience their own emotional strain.
“Providing them with opportunities to engage in physical activity like this is not just a reward, but will enhance their own wellbeing.”
Read more about the Subiaco Community Mental Health Service offerings, including this partnership, via www.nmhs.health.wa.gov.au.