Family and Carer Information Guide

Families and carers play a significant role in supporting someone living with a mental health issue. This information guide is for all families and carers of people accessing the mental health service in South Easter Sydney Local Health District:

Mental Health Family and Carer Information Guide

There are a number of positive things that you can do as a family member or carer, to help your relative or friend, which can also help in making the situation feel less stressful:

• Find out as much as you can about the illness, medication and other treatments
• Get to know the Mental Health Service clinicians working with you and the support services available in your area
• Learn about what you can do to assist your loved one to recover
• Get emotional support for yourself or talk with other people who share a similar experience
• Get practical support when you need it
• Make sure you're looking after yourself by getting enough sleep, eating healthy meals, taking breaks and exercising regularly
• Learn how to support someone at head to health