Adult Community Mental Health Services
The Adult Community Mental Health Service operates a number of community teams around the State.
We offer a free, confidential service to people aged between 18 and 65 years who have a severe and complex mental health problem. We provide assessment, treatment, support and education.
Services We Provide
- Assessment of mental health problems
- Crisis assessment and response
- Case management, information, support and counselling for individuals and families
- Prescription of medication, monitoring its effectiveness and advice on side effects
- Liaison with, or referral to, other professionals and mental health support agencies
- Specialist assessment and psychotherapy
- Community education and health promotion
- Psychosocial rehabilitation and intensive support
- Group treatment programs
- Outreach services
- Home visits as appropriate/required
- Clinical support services to individuals in supported accommodation and individuals who are supported by packages of care
Regionally Located Services
Mental Health Services operate Adult Community Mental Health Services in each of the following regions:
- Hobart and Southern Districts – providing services to Hobart, Kingston and Huonville council regions.
- Glenorchy and Northern Districts – providing services to Glenorchy, Derwent Valley and Central Highlands council regions.
- Clarence and Eastern Districts – Providing services to Eastern Shore and East Coast council regions.
- Launceston and Northern Region – services the “63” area of Tasmania.