Residents in the Perth Hills will soon have access to free, walk-in mental health support and care with a Medicare Mental Health Centre under establishment in Kalamunda.
Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, Emma McBride MP, and Member for Bullwinkel, Trish Cook MP, made the announcement today.
This clinic is among the 32 additional Medicare Mental Health Centres being delivered as part of the Albanese Labor Government’s $1.1 billion mental health election commitment.
Medicare Mental Health Centres offer free mental health support and care for people in distress, without the need for an appointment or referral.
Staffed by a multidisciplinary team, including mental health clinicians and peer workers, care is tailored to the needs of each person.
The Albanese Labor Government is establishing a national network of 92 Medicare Mental Health Centres, including 10 in Western Australia.
53 Medicare Mental Health Centres are currently open and supporting communities across the country, including 5 in Western Australia.
In Western Australia centres have been established in Gosnells, Armadale, Mirrabooka, Midland and Northam.
The new Kalamunda Medicare Mental Health Centre is being commissioned by the Western Australian Primary Health Network with a provider selected through a competitive tender process. The centre is expected to open in 2027.
People seeking information or support can be connected with Medicare Mental Health by calling 1800 595 212 or visiting www.medicarementalhealth.gov.au.
Quotes attributable to Assistant Minister McBride:
“At the election, we committed to an historic investment in mental health, and we’ve already started the work delivering on this.
“The new Kalamunda Medicare Mental Health Centre will deliver free, walk-in mental health support and care, closer to home for people in the Perth Hills.
“The Albanese Labor Government is strengthening Medicare by delivering more mental health services in the heart of communities.”
Quotes attributable to Trish Cook, Member for Bullwinkel:
“As a nurse, I know how important timely mental health care is. This new Medicare Mental Health Centre in Kalamunda will make it easier for people in our community to access free support, when they need it, close to home.
“Whether you’ve experienced mental health challenges in the past or are reaching out for the first time, everyone is welcome.
“All Medicare Mental Health Centre services are free and confidential for people aged 18 and over, with no referral or appointment needed.”