SANE Australia, the National Mental Health Charity SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and ...
SANE offers a range of free digital and telehealth support services for people over 18 years of age with complex mental health needs, and their family, friends and carers. We also provide mental health support to people with intellectual disability, autism or acquired brain injury. SANE services are accredited against the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standards (NSQDMH).
About Us SANE is the leading national mental health organisation for people with complex mental health issues in Australia and for the families and friends that support them.
Mental health issues affect around 20% of Australians every year (ABS, 2008), but it is possible to live a full and meaningful life even if you experience mental health issues. This factsheet answers commonly-asked questions about the effects of mental health issues on the families of people affected, and how they can be supported to help the person and themselves. The term ‘family’ is ...
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SANE Australia, the National Mental Health Charity SANE Board Dr Caroline Aebersold, MAICD Chair SANE Board Dr Caroline Aebersold has held clinical, senior executive, CEO and board director positions for over 20 years across diverse sectors including mental health, education and justice. Caroline is a former psychologist who holds a doctorate in human rights law and was the CEO of a national ...