- Professional Resources, Reports
National Guidelines for a Comprehensive Service System to Support Family Caregivers of Adults with Mental Health Problems and Illnesses – Summary
These National Guidelines for a Comprehensive Service System to Support Family Caregivers of Adults with Mental Health Problems and Illnesses present a comprehensive, principle-based and evidence-informed system of care that supports family caregivers so they can provide the best possible care to adults living with mental illness while maintaining their own well-being. The Guidelines are intended to advise system planners, policy makers and service providers in planning, implementing and evaluating mental health care services that recognize and address the unique needs of family caregivers. Please note that while these recommendations are applicable to family caregivers of anyone with a mental illness, the focus is on those who care for adults. This document also does not examine specific issues related to family caregivers of adults with acquired brain injury or living with addictions, but many of the recommendations may be relevant to them.
- Professional Resources, Reports
National Guidelines for a Comprehensive Service System to Support Family Caregivers of Adults with Mental Health Problems and Illnesses – Summary
National Guidelines for a Comprehensive Service System to Support Family Caregivers of Adults with Mental Health Problems and Illnesses – Summary
- Caregivers, Health-care, Long Term Care
These National Guidelines for a Comprehensive Service System to Support Family Caregivers of Adults with Mental Health Problems and Illnesses present a comprehensive, principle-based and evidence-informed system of care that supports family caregivers so they can provide the best possible care to adults living with mental illness while maintaining their own well-being. The Guidelines are intended to advise system planners, policy makers and service providers in planning, implementing and evaluating mental health care services that recognize and address the unique needs of family caregivers. Please note that while these recommendations are applicable to family caregivers of anyone with a mental illness, the focus is on those who care for adults. This document also does not examine specific issues related to family caregivers of adults with acquired brain injury or living with addictions, but many of the recommendations may be relevant to them.
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