Mental Health Association Of Central Aust Inc
About
The Mental Health Association of Central Australia (MHACA) is a nonprofit organisation established in 1992 that provides psychosocial support services, NDIS services, and health promotion programs aimed at enhancing the mental health and wellbeing of people living in Central Australia and the Barkly Region. Their recovery-oriented approach is driven by participants with lived experience of mental illness, who contribute to service design, governance, and delivery through board positions, working groups, and collaborative projects.
Programs (6)
Psychosocial Support Services
Core support services for people with mental illness focusing on participant-driven recovery, including individual support, group programs, and community integration.
NDIS Services
National Disability Insurance Scheme support services providing assistance to people with disabilities in accessing funded supports and services.
Suicide Prevention Program
Annual Central Australia Suicide Prevention Forum and ongoing suicide prevention initiatives in the region.
Group Activities Program
Regular calendar of group activities including peer reference groups, health information sessions, social events, and skill-building programs such as living skills workshops.
Health Promotion
Programs promoting heart health, healthy eating, Hep-C testing, and general wellbeing awareness within the community.
Lived Experience Participation
Structured involvement of people with lived experience in governance, service design, policy development, and quality improvement through board positions, working groups, and the annual YES Survey.
Outcomes
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $3.8M | $3.8M | $4.2M | 32 FTE |
| FY2022 | $3.6M | $3.6M | $3.9M | 30 FTE |
| FY2021 | $4.4M | $4.0M | $4.2M | 30 FTE |
| FY2020 | $3.1M | $3.8M | $4.7M | 23 FTE |
| FY2019 | $3.3M | $3.2M | $3.9M | 26 FTE |
| FY2018 | $2.8M | $2.8M | $3.8M | 26 FTE + 9 vol |
| FY2017 | $2.7M | $2.8M | $4.1M | 18 FTE + 20 vol |
| 7yr history | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | |||
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