In 2017 the MindSense team have decided to join the Next Health group.

From January 2^nd 2017 all MindSense appointments will be delivered at the Next Health clinic locations.

Customers should continue to book MindSense appointments directly with us on (08) 6140 1730 or by emailing the MindSense team on medlegal@msop.com.au . Our contact details will continue to work for you in 2017 and we encourage you to continue to book directly with us.

You will start to notice a change for all appointments booked to be delivered in 2017.  A new notice confirming a MindSense appointment will include a map and directions to the Next Health clinic.  Any customer impacted by this change will be contacted by our team to ensure clear directions of where the appointment is occurring.

Thank you for your support in 2016 and we look forward to your continued support in 2017.

Realising the Health Benefits of Work presents compelling international and Australasian

evidence that work is generally good for health and wellbeing, and that long term work

absence, work disability and unemployment generally have a negative impact on health and

wellbeing.

This document aligns with the philosophy and aims of MindSense in achieving a mentally and physically healthy workforce in Australia, assisting organisations develop structures to maximise the potential of their employees and minimise the negative impact of illness and injury.

The purpose of the consensus statement is to bring together a wide range of stakeholder

signatories, who each affirm the importance of work as a determinant of health, and commit

to:

• Promoting awareness of the health benefits of work;

• Offering support and encouragement to those attempting to access the health

benefits of work;

• Encouraging employers’ continuing support of workers’ occupational health; and

• Advocating for continuous improvement in public policy around work and health, in

line with the principles articulated in the consensus statement.

This document represents an opportunity to improve the health and wellbeing of workers and their families by demonstrating a willingness amongst medical, nursing and allied professionals, unions, government authorities, business groups and other stakeholders to work together to achieve a common purpose.

The aim of Mental Health Month is to promote social and emotional wellbeing to the community, encouraging people to maximise their health potential, enhancing the coping capacity of communities, families, individuals and increasing mental health recovery