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Join MIFSA for an afternoon which will include a presentation: “Mental Illness: Understanding the Impact on Families and How to Help”, a play reading, an afternoon tea and a question and answer session.

The theatrical reading of the play ‘Inside Out’, written by Mary Rachel Brown, has been described as “A pocket rocket of meaningful, gutsy, important theatre …. inspiring, illuminating, entertaining.’ (Stagenoise) which will be followed by a presentation by international guest speaker Professor Joanne Nicholson.

Date: Thursday 20 May from 2.00– 5.00 pm (includes afternoon tea)

Venue: Adelaide Pavilion Veale Gardens, South Terrace Adelaide – RSVP: by 10 May 2010.

To register your attendance at this forum please contact MIFSA (08) 8378 4100 or email mifsa@mifsa.org.

18 May 2011

Are you trying to understand anxiety or withdrawing behaviours, depression or psychotic symptoms of a mental illness? Learn about diagnosis and treatments to increase your knowledge and understanding. Back by popular demand, Doctor Harry Hustig is the guest speaker at this Education Forum.

Date: Tuesday 18 May from 2.00 – 4.00 pm (includes afternoon tea)

Venue: Goodwood Community Centre, Banquet Hall, 32-34 Rosa Street Goodwood – RSVP: by 10 May 2010.

To register your attendance at this forum please contact MIFSA (08) 8378 4100 or email mifsa@mifsa.org.

As part of Mental Health Week 2010 the Mental Health Coalition of SA (MHCSA) in partnership with the Mental Illness Fellowship of SA (MIFSA) will be holding a walk around the River Torrens. Participating Walkers will be able to walk around the Torrens visiting Life Style Stops on Wellness, Being Active, Eating Right, Thinking Well, Deep Sleep and Experiencing Nature.

Registrations from interested parties wishing to have a stall at the Being Healthy Village in Elder Park are now open. The village will feature information stalls & activities for young and old. Walkers register at this location before following the Mental Health Week Trail. Upon completion walkers receive a certificate acknowledging their commitment to their own health and well being.

If your organisation would like to take part in this event by registering or you require more information please contact the MHCSA. Your organisation may also like to participate in activities at the life style stops which occur on the MHW Trail. Walkers need to attend the site between 10am and 2pm to participate in the Life Style Stops and receive their certificate.

Walk date: 15th of October 2010

Time: 10am to 2pm

Closing Date for Organisations to Register: 31st August, 2010

Please view the flyer for this event, and the registration form.

Further Information

Tracey Davis, Mental Health Week Coordinator
Ph: 8212 8873
Email: tracey.davis@mhcsa.org.au