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Information for the community - Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022

Information, videos, and resources to support community understanding of the Act.

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 aims to improve mental health and wellbeing services for all Victorians.

The new Act has important changes for people receiving mental health and wellbeing treatment, care and support and their families, carers and supporters.

The Act recognises the diverse needs of Victorians and promotes a safe and inclusive mental health and wellbeing system for everyone.

Easy read guides to the Act

The department has developed easy read guides to the new Act.

Information for the community

Easy read guide for Victorian community
PDF 3.9 MB
Updated 31 Aug 2023
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Information for people who need mental health and wellbeing support

Easy read guide for consumers
PDF 4.27 MB
Updated 31 Aug 2023
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Information for families and carers of people who need mental health and wellbeing support

Easy read guide for families and carers
PDF 4.53 MB
Updated 31 Aug 2023
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Read more about the Act in the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 handbook.

Support and advocacy

The department is funding peak bodies and legal advice services to support consumers families, carers and supporters to understand and exercise their rights under the Act.

Organisations providing support in Victoria’s mental health and wellbeing system include:

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