Mental Health Challenges in People with Disability
This course provides tools in helping to identify and respond to mental distress in people with any kind of disability (including co-existing disability).
Description
Participants will explore concepts of recovery, human rights and strengths-based approaches in working with people with complex needs. This engaging course will provide opportunities for reflection and growth as a practitioner in the disability space.
The prevalence of mental health challenges is higher in people with a disability than the general population. Early identification and appropriate response can dramatically alter the outcomes of mental distress.
This course will support participants to:
- Have increased knowledge of types of disabilities and the impact of stigma on citizenship
- Have increased confidence in recognising and responding to anxiety, depression, psychosis and substance use in people living with disability
- Have increased confidence in putting principles into practice and using observation and communication tools to make reasonable adjustments for people with disability
- Develop an understanding of the purpose of the NDIS and the role it plays in the lives of people with disability
Target Audience:
Suitable for anyone supporting people with disability, be it in a therapeutic or caring role.
Places are limited to 16 people.
Wellness Responder Services:
A Wellness Responder will be in attendance during training sessions, to provide support and resources to participants should they experience a physical or mental health issue.
Lived Experience Guest Speaker:
Where appropriate, a Lived Experience Person will be invited along to a training session, to share their story, experiences, and recovery journey.
For further information about the workshop please contact 6246 3000 or email training@waamh.org.au
Payment options
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Pricing
Associate Member $261.00
Full Member $232.00
Non Member $290.00
Scholarship pre-approval $29.00
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Scholarships
There are two scholarship places available for consumers or carers who face financial difficulty in attending this course. Scholarship applications close 10 business days prior to course and the successful applicants will be notified five business days prior to commencement of the event.
The cost will be 10% of the course rate and no other promo options to be used with this offer. To apply for a scholarship place click here to complete the application.