Empowering Carers for Mental Health Since 1974.
The Peak Body for Mental Health Carers in NSW.
As a peak body, MHCN works with and for mental health carers in NSW. We represent the voices and lived experience of carers which help us to advocate systemically for mental health reform.
Learn More About MHCNOur network is a free community engagement program designed by and for mental health carers, families and friends. Our network is the heart of what we do at MHCN – driven by the lived experience of carers.
Become A MemberMHCN provides a collective voice for carer needs and issues and advocates for government and non-government organisations to engage lived experience in their work.
How We AdvocateWe facilitate a range of free training and education sessions for carers, events, information webinars, and lots more – check out what we are doing in 2024!
View Our ProgramsAre you a carer or family member looking for local supports and services but not sure where to look? Our Directory can help you find what you’re looking for.
Our meetings are a space to connect with others, discuss happening at a grass roots level, talk about what advocacy is, how we can work together to identify and address carer issues, and what supports are available.
The Carers of Forensic and Corrections Patients Network is a series of monthly online meetings with family members and carers that have a loved one in the forensic and justice system.