Tuesday 27 May 2025 – get in quick!

The Midwest-Gascoyne Health Professionals Network, in collaboration with WA Primary Health Alliance, is hosting a two-part event titled ‘Stepped Care in Action: Navigating Mental Health Pathways in Geraldton, Together’.

This event is designed to support GPs and mental health professionals in navigating local mental health services and referrals using a stepped care approach.

Part 1: IAR-DST Training
Date: Tuesday, 27 May 2025
Location:  WA Centre for Rural Health – 167 Fitzgerald St, Geraldton WA 6531
Register here: https://www.wapha.org.au/event/iar-dst-workshop-geraldton/

This session introduces the Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST), supporting clinicians and providers in determining the most appropriate type and intensity of care for individuals.

Part 2: Interactive Networking and Case Discussions
Date: Wednesday, 11 June 2025
Location: Batavia Coast Conference Centre – 25 Cathedral Ave, Geraldton WA 6530
Register here: https://ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/mwghpn110625e-ger/reg/Site/Register

This interactive session will include:
• Showcase tables from local mental health service providers
• Case-based discussions between GPs and mental health professionals
• A visual representation of local services mapped against the stepped care model

Learning outcomes include:
• Improved application of the IAR-DST and shared clinical language
• Increased awareness and engagement from GPs with local services
• Enhanced collaborative problem-solving across the mental health care continuum

This event is free for MWGHPN members. For those who are not yet members, registration is available here: https://www.mwhpn.com.au/register-2/