Psychosocial Support (previously known as Country Wellness Connections) is a free community-based non-clinical mental health support program that supports recovery for people whose mental health impacts their daily life.
An experienced mental health support worker will help you to learn strategies and develop skills to:
The Psychosocial Support Program offers a range of supports to assist you in achieving your goals. This may include support to:
A mental health support worker can also assist you to apply for the NDIS if the supports offered via the Psychosocial Support Program are not enough to meet your mental health and other support needs.
You can access the Psychosocial Support Program if you:
You do not need a diagnosis from a GP or other health professional to access this free program.
Country SA PHN commissions the Psychosocial Support Program across the following country SA regions:
The Medicare Mental Health Phone Service can assist you to find an appropriate, local service or support that meets your needs.
The service is available Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm (except public holidays) and is free to call: 1800 595 212.
Published on: November 12, 2020
Last updated on: April 9, 2025