Leigh Watson
@LeighWatson4Mental health, refugee, housing advocate. Canberra lover, cricket fan, gym junkie & lots more!
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We are grateful to CT journalist @lucybladen for covering our story to help us advocate for improvements to the mental health system for our young people. We are recommending full wrap around support for young adults following suicide attempts. bit.ly/3TPCTHE
“Parents caught in the middle caring for adolescents with mental illness” We are pleased ACT Minister for Mental Health Emma Davidson acknowledges there is more to do “to improve access to the right services, at the right time” for young people. PAGE 6 bit.ly/3shNWxT
Our recommendations to support young people following a suicide attempt: A dedicated case worker for the young person, and a peer support worker for the family who, together, would ensure the young person receives integrated treatment and support. bit.ly/3zQ1Rja
Our son passed away last year after struggling to get proper mental health treatment. We are recommending integrated & connected support for young adults who have attempted suicide, and their families. See here bit.ly/3bngFMN
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This tragic story told by @garyhumphries of a Canberra family's struggle to get their son proper mental health treatment should never happen. Govts need to take responsibility for ensuring coordinated and effective mental health responses for young people. bit.ly/3uqrzGr
This tragic story by @garyhumphries of a Canberra family's struggle to get their young son's mental health treated should never happen. Govts need to take responsibility to ensure the system is responsive and effective. bit.ly/3okjJx7
This is amazing - local artist did this paintin of her husband dressed for work during lockdown. thttps://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/7421672/canberra-artist-recognised-for-ultimate-working-from-home-portrait/
Well that's a surprise - seems high percentage of young Canberrans were experiencing mental health issues even before COVID.canberratimes.com.au/story/7420474/…
More info for kids about #canberralockdown #COVID 👇👇👇 Jodie's our Children & Young People Commissioner, & she's keen to hear from children & young people about how they're doing, what sort of info they want, and any support they need. Email Jodie: actkids@act.gov.au
Hey there ACT children & young people… we’re creating a one-stop-shop 4 u 2 find info about COVID & the lockdown. There’s not much there yet so pls email me at actkids@act.gov.au or use our Young Thinker Forum (hrc.act.gov.au/childrenyoungp…) 2 tell me what you want more info abt 👍🏼😊
Hey kids, how are u going in #canberralockdown #homeschooling? Jodie is our Children & Young People Commissioner. She explains some things about COVID & who to talk to if you’re worried or unhappy 👇👇👇 youtu.be/fOyYdNLOnxQ @YouTube @ACTEducation @PACYPC @youthco_act
Our beautiful son Ravi passed away in April after struggling for 3 years trying to get treatment for his mental illness. He was a burgeoning and talented artist and you can see his work here facebook.com/Ravistribute
Catch me on @TheTodayShow at 8.25am this morning discussing @Domaincomau Rent Report and what it means for tenants. Can tenants ask for a rent discount? And how often can landlords hike rents. Tune in!
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