AgeWise Residential Aged Care Mental Health Program

AgeWise delivers psychological therapies for older people with mild to moderate mental illness living in residential aged care facilities (RACF) in Tasmania.

Who this service is for

Adults living in a Residential Aged Care facility who have mild to moderate mental health concerns impacting their quality of life and are interested in extra support for their mental health and wellbeing. Our program uses a person-centred approach and respects the lifetime of experience participants have in managing their health and wellbeing.

Cost

You can access up to 10 free sessions per year to support your mental health.

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm

How this service is delivered

  • We'll come to you (outreach)

    Our AgeWise team will visit the aged care facility

Updated: 06/09/2024

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What is IAR?

  1. Level 3 - Moderate Intensity

    Moderate Intensity

    This level involves more frequent contact with a professional to help with your mental distress. Access to these services will generally require a referral from your GP or other mental health professional. Your referral will include a mental health treatment plan that assists the mental health professional (psychologists, mental health social worker, etc.) to provide personalised support to you over a period of time that works best for you.

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