Marathon Health and the Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) are excited to announce the imminent expansion of Headspace services in Cowra with construction to commence soon on the new purpose-built headspace Cowra satellite centre at 118 Kendal St, underneath the library.
“This is a milestone to celebrate for Cowra and what the new Headspace centre will mean for young people in the community. The Federal Government should be commended for its commitment to strengthening mental health services in regional areas,” said Andrew Coe, CEO of the WNSW PHN.
“The Federal Government is investing a record $873.2 million in the Headspace net-work over the next four years as part of the $2.3 billion invested in the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Plan,” Mr. McCormack said. “Regional and rural people need, want, expect and deserve the very best in health services and this satellite service will help to achieve that.”
Megan Callinan, Marathon Health’s CEO, says an incredible team has been recruited and has been working closely with the community, council and local schools.
Cowra Mayor, Councillor Bill West, says Council is thrilled for Cowra’s young people. “Headspace has already been providing vital support in its limited local capacity, and this expansion is absolutely crucial for our 12 to 25-year-olds, their friends and family, to enable them to access services locally that support their wellbeing,’ said Cr West. Young people who need support can access headspace services online via eheadspace.org.au – or they can connect to other local free mental health services provided by Marathon Health, including NewAccess or Strong Minds Western.