Charter of Rights

Charter of Rights The Charter of Rights makes sure everyone who experiences mental health issues is treated equally and has access to high quality health and social care services. More information is available in the following links.

Charter of Rights

The Charter of Rights makes sure everyone who experiences mental health issues is treated equally and has access to high quality health and social care services.

More information is available in the following links.

ACT Mental Health Act 2015

The ACT Mental Health Act 2015 sets out the laws that apply to the assessment, treatment, care or support of people who experience a mental illness or disorder.

You can access the Mental Health Act 2015 on the ACT Legislation Website.

Chief Psychiatrist

The Chief Psychiatrist is responsible for mental health services in the ACT and performs duties outlined in the Mental Health Act 2015.

The Chief Psychiatrist is supported by a team of staff who help oversee the treatment and care of mental health patients and monitor the standard of these services in the ACT