Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health
The Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health (CRRMH) is a state-wide organisation committed to improving the mental health, wellbeing and resilience of rural and remote residents.
A major rural initiative of The University of Newcastle, Faculty of Health and Medicine and the NSW Ministry of Health, the Centre has a track record of conducting high-quality research and delivering evidence-based programs and services that improve mental health and wellbeing.
CRRMH staff are located across rural and remote NSW.
The Centre focuses on the following key areas:
- the promotion of good mental health and the prevention of mental illness
- developing the mental health system to better meet the needs of people living in rural and remote regions
- understanding and responding to rural suicide.
As the Australian Collaborating Centre for the International Foundation for Integrated Care, the CRRMH promotes patient-centred, rather than provider-focused, care that integrates mental and physical health concerns.
The CRRMH works closely with local, national and international organisations, including community, industry, academic, NGOs and government to deliver the best outcomes.
As part of the University of Newcastle, all CRRMH activities are underpinned by research evidence and evaluated to ensure appropriateness and effectiveness.
About
Audiences
- Rural and remote communities
Activities
- Provides Policy Information
- Conducts Research
- Provides Factsheets
Organisation Type
- Research institute