12 BHC Creating Liveable Communities 10 3 100% With the increasing challenges of social isolation, mental health and overall wellbeing, we have collaborated with community partners to deliver programs that support overall mental health and wellbeing. Assisting residents to increase social inclusion, wellbeing and health PROGRAM 2 The Counselling Project BHC partnership with Brisbane North Psychology Providing immediate therapeutic counselling for BHC residents facing mental health challenges, alongside continuous support to navigate the mental health system. This initiative fosters improved individual wellbeing, strengthens community ties, mitigates social isolation, mental health decline, and antisocial behaviour. Rent and Recover Program BHC partnership with rehabilitation providers BHC developed a program to allow residents impacted by drug and alcohol usage to be supported to attend a rehabilitation clinic. This program empowers residents to seek proactive assistance while effectively managing their financial commitments, therefore enabling them to sustain their tenancy long term and take significant steps towards recovery. residents supported residents supported of residents supported to sustain their tenancy “[BHC Resident] was proactive about joining the Rent and Recover Program, expressing a desire to go to rehab while maintaining her property. The link between us and the rehab centre worked really well, and her stay was extended due to her progress.” - BHC Housing Manager "Through this program, we are able to offer direct connections to psychological support for residents experiencing mental health challenges, substance abuse, and situations involving domestic and family violence (DFV). This enables us to provide crucial support precisely when residents need it most. We find this program invaluable, witnessing residents' positive trust and engagement with the program – really underscores its impact." - BHC Senior Community Development Manager
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