By Molly Magennis
Young Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents can expect more mental health services after an announcement from the state government this week.
Minister for Education James Merlino announced the state government will deliver $16.3 million to expand the Mobile Targeted Assertive Outreach mental health teams statewide.
These outreach teams provide specialised support to Victorians aged 12 to 25 who are particularly vulnerable or at risk of disengaging with the system and provide care in a setting young people feel comfortable with, and are likely to continue to engage in.
The extra support will deliver an outreach team in 13 locations across Victoria.
“I want every young Victorian who is struggling with their mental health to know that support is available – we’re delivering extra services right across the state, tailored to young people, so nobody needs to suffer in silence,” Mr Merlino said.
