Support for consumers, families and carers
If you know someone who is struggling with mental health issues, there are things you can do to help.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/learn-about/support-families-carersWe have information to prepare you for your first appointment and what to expect for ongoing treatment.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/learn-about/what-to-expectOptions for getting help with your mental health
There is a range of options about where to get help for your mental health, including your doctor, a mental health professional or community support.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/learn-about/options-for-getting-helpWe work alongside consumers, their families and carers to achieve the best possible outcome for those accessing our services and to support their recovery.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/learn-about/our-approach-to-careThe RMH conducts new study on Singh Thattha technique News article
A clinical trial at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) is testing whether a new mask fit technique is suitable for healthcare workers and students with beards.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/the-rmh-conducts-new-study-on-singh-thattha-techniqueIntegrated Alcohol and Other Drug Service RMH Service
We provide advice and clinical expertise on the provision of evidence-based treatment and care to those who are living with mental illness and substance use or addiction.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/mental-health-services/integrated-alcohol-other-drug-serviceWe work with a range of external services and partner organisations to ensure we meet the needs of people who access our mental health and wellbeing services.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/about-mental-health/our-partnersWe have a strong workforce of people specialising in areas such as psychiatry, nursing, occupational therapy, clinical psychology, lived experience and social work.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/about-mental-health/our-teamTelehealth program helping people living with young onset dementia News article
A Royal Melbourne Hospital-led Telehealth project has been helping people with young-onset dementia (YOD) to “live well” with the condition.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/the-rmh-led-telehealth-program-improving-quality-of-life-for-people-with-young-onset-dementia-and-their-carersWe can help you access Telehealth video call for your appointment.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/ongoing-care/telehealth/get-help-with-your-telehealth-video-callStart your video call 5-10 minutes before your appointment time
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/ongoing-care/telehealth/start-your-telehealth-video-callGet ready for your Telehealth video call appointment ahead of time.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/ongoing-care/telehealth/prepare-for-your-telehealth-video-callTelehealth video calls connect you and your family with our specialists online, so you don't need to come to the hospital for your appointment.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/ongoing-care/telehealth/about-telehealth-video-callsWhy travel into the hospital for your appointment, when you can connect to us with a Telehealth video call?
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/your-care/ongoing-care/telehealthProfessor Fary Khan elected to international vice chair position News article
The Royal Melbourne Hospital Director of Rehabilitation Services Professor Fary Khan was elected as the Vice Chair of the International Society of Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine (ISPRM) at their Annual Scientific Congress in July.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/professor-fary-khan-elected-to-international-vice-chair-positionOur mental health and wellbeing services are for people with a significant level of mental disturbance, psychosocial need or risk to themselves or others due to mental illness.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/learn-about/mental-health-referralsAdult Acute Inpatient Units RMH Service
Our Acute Inpatient Units provide mental health assessment, treatment and care for people during an acute phase of mental illness.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/mental-health-services/adult-acute-inpatient-unitsFind out the main contact and location information for Mental Health & Wellbeing.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/contact-mental-healthWe have vacancies in a range of disciplines and are always seeking passionate and skilled staff to join our team.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/work-with-mental-healthWe partner with the University of Melbourne to undertake clinical teaching and research in mental health.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/mental-health/our-research