Mental Health Shared Care - Documentation
Templates
Following up results from the referring GP
This is a generic template that may be used to send to the referring general practitioner to gain additional physical health information after the original referral has been accepted. This information is part of the reporting requirements of this program. Please feel free to download the template for your use. You will need to include your division name, logo and contact details.
Thank you to the Northern Division of General Practice for the use of their template
Introductory Brochure
A generic information brochure is available for use by clinicians and divisions that gives an outline for the Mental Health Shared Care with General Practice program. Please use the attached link to access the brochure and edit the details to be specific to your division. This can be used to give further written information about this program to the General Practioner and the patient and their family.
Mental Health Shared Care with General Practice Brochure
Thank you to the General Practice Network South for the use of their template
Service Agreement
This service agreement is a generic agreement that can be used by the Mental Health Shared Care Clinician with a general practice. It outlines the target population, the Mental Health Clinician's responsibilities, the division's responsibilities and also the General Practice and the GP's responsibiliities.
Thank you to the Adelaide Hills Division of General Practice for the use of their template
Mental Health Legislation
National Action Plan on Mental Health 2006 – 2011
The effects of mental illness are felt across our nation. Recent reports from Parliamentary inquiries and independent reviews have presented strong evidence for change in the way governments respond to mental illness. In February 2006, Australian leaders recognised that mental health is a major problem for the Australian community and committed to reform the mental health system in Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
About the Mental Health Shared Care Program
The document provides answers to frequently asked questions ranging from
“Who is eligible for the program?” to “What is the referral process?”
Thank you to the GP Partners Adelaide for the use of their resource
Mental Health Shared Care Home Page