The Mental Health Commission is responsible for planning and purchasing mental health, alcohol and other drug services in Western Australia. We do not provide direct mental health services. These are provided through the Department of Health, via Area Health Services; a wide range of non-government organisations and private service providers.
On July 1, 2015 the Commission amalgamated with the Drug and Alcohol Office to deliver an integrated approach to helping people with mental health, drug and alcohol problems, recognising that these problems commonly coexist. The new organisation, called the Mental Health Commission, is now responsible for the network of drug and alcohol treatment services and programs formerly provided by the Drug and Alcohol Office and contracted non-government organisations.
Our Vision
A Western Australian community that experiences minimal alcohol and other drug-related harms and optimal mental health.
Our Mission
To be a respected leader in commissioning, providing and partnering in the delivery of:
> prevention programs;
> person-centred treatment, services and supports for people in our community affected by mental health, alcohol and other drug issues; and
> evidence-based policy, research and system reforms.