Mental health resources and information

The World Health Organization defines mental health as “a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realise their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community” (1). Having good mental health is an integral component that underpins the health and wellbeing of individuals, their families, and the population as a whole (2).

In 2017-18, more than 1 in 6 (17.8%) Western Australian adults had a mental or behavioural condition. One in nine Western Australians (11.0%) had an anxiety-related condition and one in twelve (8.3%) had depression or feelings of depression (3).

It is estimated that there are over 11,147 persons living with a mental health condition in the City of Armadale. These mental health conditions range from stress related problems, depression, anxiety and other mental health problems (4).

There are many ways for you, your friends, and family to stay mentally healthy and take control of our mental wellbeing. The most effective way to promote and support your mental health is found in the principles of Mentally Healthy WA’s Act Belong Commit values.

• ACT on something and keep active mentally, physically, socially, spiritually, and culturally.
• BELONG to a community and keep connected to your friends and family, get involved in groups and join local activities.
• COMMIT to something meaningful, become a volunteer, learn a new skill or take up a challenge.

Other tips to boost your mental wellbeing include:

• Building your mental fitness/resilience
• Sleeping well
• Eating well, and
• Limiting alcohol and other drugs (5).

To find out how to Act Belong Commit in Armadale, visit our webpage here to learn more about the campaign and the City’s partnership.

Interested in learning more?

The City runs various mental health related workshops and courses throughout the year. Keep an eye out on our events page or check out the Act Belong Commit Activity Finder for many other activities.

In an emergency call 000 or visit your local emergency department.

Support is available through many services operating across WA. If you are or someone you know is experiencing mental health difficulties, you can get help by:

• Calling a helpline
  • If you are wanting to speak to someone, helplines have someone available to listen, provide advice, information, and referrals to you.
• Searching the My Services online directory
  • Accessing this directory will help you find the right mental health support for you.
• Visiting your General Practitioner (GP)
  • Making an appointment with your GP to get the advice, and support is another option.
• Seeking support online via live chat and online forums
  • Many of the organisations who run helplines have live chat and online forums available as an alternative (6).

Check out the websites below for mental health advice, support, resources, and other information.

• City of Armadale Hardship Resource Directory - If you, or someone you know is experiencing hardship, download our Hardship Resource Directory for details on organisations who can assist with emergency accommodation, financial assistance, meals and food vouchers/parcels, drugs and alcohol support, health and wellbeing, and various other services.
• My Community Directory - Whether you are looking for a mental health organisation, service, a community group or other organisation, local information is available through this website.
• Act Belong Commit – a comprehensive, population wide, community-based, evidence based, preventative mental health promotion campaign encouraging and promoting good mental health and wellbeing throughout the community.
• Peer Pathways - a West Australian, Statewide helpline for people with mental health challenges to find the supports needed to promote mental and physical wellbeing. Our Peer Navigators will assist you, your family and your carers to navigate services across the State.
• Mental Health Commission – an organisation establishing mental health, alcohol and other drug systems that meet the needs of Western Australia’s population and deliver quality outcomes for individuals and their families.