The E-Network uses an online survey to review consumer related publications prior to release and use. Specific experience isn’t needed as the various publications cover a large range of topics. The purpose of the survey is to check for readability from a consumer’s perspective. The link to the survey is provided to the consumer byRead more
The RkPG Partnering with Consumers (PwC) Committee was set up for the purpose of providing governance and compliance with the national safety health service standard 2 – Partnering with consumers. The committee will oversee quality improvement, review patient feedback systems, participate in the review of policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines. Carer Representative experience required: LivedRead more
Peel Health Campus (PHC) is committed to partnering with consumers to ensure a patient-centered approach to service planning, delivery, and evaluation, and to ensure that the consumer voice is heard, acknowledged, and valued. The Consumer Advisory Committee (CAC) establishes a formal partnership between consumers and PHC. The role of the CAC is to provide recommendationsRead more
The purpose of the Education and Research Committee is to: Oversee the Mental Health Directorate training program for non-medical clinical staff. To assist Program Managers establish processes for staff completion of mandatory training. To work with Sub-Committee members to identify and implement clinical education opportunities. To include consumers and carers in workforce training as appropriate.Read more
The RkPG Consumer Advisory Council establishes a formal partnership between consumers and carer representatives and the hospital. The purpose of the CAC is to: Provide recommendations and advise the organisation on consumer and carer related matters. Represent the voice of patients, families, and carers at RkPG groups. Participate in the planning and evaluation of initiatives,Read more
The Mimidi Park Business Management meet monthly to discuss operational issues and provide updates relating to the running of Mimidi Park. The meeting includes a representative from each discipline in the multidisciplinary team as well as clinical governance and management staff. Carer experience required: Currently a carer for someone experiencing mental illness or recent experienceRead more
PaRK’s Families and Carers Strategic Planning Working Group meets bimonthly to discuss carer issues occurring across the service and the wider community. The working group includes representatives from the PaRK service with an interest in carers, and is also attended by representatives from Helping Minds and Carers WA. The group has a focus on informationRead more
The Older Adult Management Team meet monthly to discuss clinical and operational issues within the team and provide any relevant updates. This includes discussions relating to service delivery, planning and quality improvement. Carer experience required: Currently a carer for someone experiencing mental illness or recent experience in a caring role supporting someone with mental illness.Read more
Carers WA respectfully acknowledge that we work on Aboriginal land and pay our respects to community members and elders, past and present. Individuals pictured are models and are used for illustrative purposes only. Carers WA is committed to understanding, embracing and celebrating the rich and multi-dimensional experiences that shape our lives and aims to ensure that everyone who engages with the organisation feels welcome and included. Carers WA welcomes all people irrespective of ethnicity, lifestyle choice, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.
Carers WA acknowledges the Wadjuk Noongar Nation’s lands, water, customs, and culture of which the Carers WA Head Office is located. Carers WA recognises our services reach beyond the Perth (Boorloo) region, and so we also acknowledge the cultural diversity of First Nations Peoples across our state and throughout Australia.
Carers WA has qualified for the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission’s Registered Charity Tick, enabling the public to easily identify our organisation as a registered charity and confirming that we are both transparent and accountable.
