4,200,000
Australians have experienced symptoms in the past 12 months (ABS, 2022)
%
Almost half of all Australians have experienced a mental disorder at some time in their life
People may not be receiving support because they:
Are experiencing social isolation.
Are not receiving support from an appropriate mental health service.
Are unsure what services are available to help them.
ACDC Aims to help people by:
Making direct contact with people who are disconnected or isolated.
Providing helpful information and resources.
Helping people to get in contact with support, recovery and prevention services.
ACDC in the Community
MEET CABRAMATTA PEOPLE CONNECTORS – David & Vevyan
Why did you want to be a People Connector with the ACDC Project? David: I believe that the ACDC Project gives people a voice. And more than just an opportunity to talk, it gives people the tools and resources to address the challenges they face every day. Vevyan: I...
Media Release – ACDC Project Cabramatta June 2022
Sometimes all it takes is a conversation. A new project in Cabramatta aims to talk with community members about their mental health and help link them with wellbeing services in their area. With the COVID-19 pandemic still affecting Australians, the Assisting...
MEET GREENACRE PEOPLE CONNECTORS – Reeta & Jihan
Why did you want to be a People Connector with the ACDC Project? Reeta: I love to help people. The ACDC Project gives me the opportunity to help people and work within a team. Jihan: The ACDC Project is an opportunity to learn more things and hear stories from...
