When a person develops mental health challenges there is often a family member, friend or kin around them who are supporting them on their journey to social and emotional well-being. This can include practical support such as attending appointments with the person and providing emotional support.

Everyone involved has better outcomes when services welcome and involve the person’s chosen family, friends and kin as partners in service planning and delivery.

Access our free online library for resources, articles, fact sheets, training modules and other practical resources for:

– services to build their knowledge and skills to effectively partner with chosen family, friends and kin.

– family members, friends and kin to understand their rights when engaging with services.

The publications in this research library may contain references to sensitive issues and cause distress. If you or someone you are with is in immediate danger, please call 000.  

If you feel upset or are in distress, you can contact Lifeline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phoning 13 11 14 or texting 0477 13 11 14.