Mental Health and Telehealth
Organizations and Professional Events
GH- to GQZ

Since 2000 RGOc has operated as part of the university's Department of Psychiatry. In addition to its 75 multidisciplinary staff personnel, RGOc works with members of the University Hospital.

Objectives:

• Diagnose and/or confirm the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis
• Provide medical treatment and management for MS symptoms
• Promote mobility for disabled patients
• Minimize secondary complications
• Help patients maximize independence
• Assist patients and families in coping with the psychological implications of chronic disease
• Encourage patients and families to become part of the rehabilitation process
• Provide education and information about MS
• Provide referrals to other community services for people with MS

An initiative is under way to expand the Consortium's network into a wider movement involving relevant international membership to improve needed synergy worldwide. GCAPP intends to serve as a catalyst, creating synergy across international organizations and borders to expand the capacity for developing, disseminating and implementing culturally tailored, effective interventions; to expand the knowledge base; and to facilitate advocacy and recognition, policy; delivery systems, training; and resources for mental health promotion and mental disorder prevention worldwide.

Objectives:

• Provide knowledge about mental health to the public
• Provide mental health skills to interested citizens including Patients, Consumers, Carers, Volunteers
• Educate and train professionals in mental health practices
• Advance knowledge/research in the field
• Advocate for improved mental health and mental health services for the Gold Coast and Tweed communities