Commitment to Carers
Increasing Carer Involvement in Mental Health Services

Queensland Health

Acknowledges the significant contribution family and carers make in supporting consumers on their recovery journey.
Recognises that carers have needs specific to their own circumstances, separate from consumers.
Promotes and supports carer involvement in the care planning and treatment for consumers.

Carer involvement should be negotiated at the earliest possible stage between the consumer, the carer and the mental health service
Carers should be engaged in a partnership with the consumer and the mental health service to support and assist the consumer in their recovery from mental illness
Carers should have access to a mental health professional who as been designated as a contact person
Carers should be provided with information, support and options that will enhance and maintain their own well-being

The Carers Recognition Policy can provide you with further information about what you as a carer can expect from the Queensland Government