NSW Health has a range of programs to improve the health and well-being of people living with severe mental illness, who have a reduced life expectancy of 14-23 years compared to the general population.
In 2023, the NSW Ministry of Health funded 3 local projects under the Physical Health and Mental Health Project Grants Program. Districts and Networks were invited to submit one proposal through an EOI process. The successful projects aim to improve physical health outcomes for mental health consumers aligned to the Physical Health Care for People Living with Mental Health Issues [GL2021_006]:
The projects will be undertaken in 2023 and evaluated.
Keeping the Body in MindKeeping the Body In Mind (KBIM) is a District wide program of SESLHD Mental Health for consumers of the Service developed to prevent and address cardiometabolic health issues. Publication type: Website Published by: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD)
Keeping the Body in Mind – Primary Keeping the Body In Mind-primary (KBIM-p) is a CESPHN-funded physical health service for individuals living with severe mental illness. Publication type: Website Published by: CESPHN
Live Well healthy ageing program Live Well healthy ageing program is to help older Australians to develop to be healthier and stay well for longer. The program webpage provides general health tips and a range of resources for older Australians. Publication type: Website with resources Published by: South Western Sydney PHN
SLHD: Living Well, Living Longer Living Well, Living Longer is a district wide strategy to improve physical health outcomes for people living with mental health issues. It includes targeted activities and initiatives that support integrated care practices. Publication type: WebsitePublished by: Sydney Local Health District
Tackling Tobacco case studies These case studies show you how different organisations have improved their services by successfully implementing Tackling Tobacco. Publication type: Website Published by: Cancer Council NSW
