HASI – Mental Health and Wellbeing Support

What is HASI?
HASI provides personalised mental health and wellbeing support for individuals living in the Shoalhaven community. Our goal is to assist you in managing day-to-day life while promoting confidence, independence, and connection with others.

Who is HASI for?
HASI is for individuals aged 16 and older living in the Shoalhaven who have been diagnosed with a significant mental health condition and need extra support with daily activities. For Aboriginal people, those aged 16-24, or refugees/asylum seekers, a formal diagnosis is not required. A mental health professional must, however, determine that additional help is necessary due to your social and emotional wellbeing.

How does HASI work?
HASI is a flexible, person-centred program tailored to your unique needs, goals, strengths, and challenges. Our team includes support workers, wellbeing workers, and peer workers who collaborate to assist you in taking control of your wellbeing, functioning confidently at home, and developing the skills needed to live the life you want when you leave the program.

HASI is non-clinical, meaning the medical aspects of your care will need to be provided by the clinician of your choice. We focus on empowering you to lead your journey of mental health recovery.

How can you access HASI?
Referring to HASI is straightforward and open to all, including self-referrals. You can start receiving support by calling the Medicare Mental Health Centre line at 1800 595 212 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., excluding public holidays). Let them know you’re interested in HASI, and they will assess whether this service is right for you. With your consent, they will share your information with us, and we will get in touch.

Click this link to refer yourself or someone you care about to our service.

If you are a GP or service provider, click this link to refer a consumer to our service.

Email: hasi@gph.org.au

For more information, reach out to the HASI team at:

Nowra: (02) 4446 7100

Ulladulla: (02) 4454 7900

Where is HASI delivered?
HASI is offered throughout the Shoalhaven, with hubs located in Nowra and Ulladulla.

Cost
HASI is a free service funded by NSW Health and delivered in partnership with the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.

What is a Support Worker?
A Support Worker is someone who has undertaken non-clinical mental health-related studies and is passionate about supporting people on their mental health recovery journey.

What is a Wellbeing Worker?
A Wellbeing Worker is a designated Aboriginal support worker who connects people with Culture, Country, and Community. They also have non-clinical mental health-related training and are dedicated to supporting emotional wellbeing.

What is a Peer Worker?
A Peer Worker is someone who has personally experienced significant mental health challenges and used mental health services. Their own journey of healing allows them to offer understanding and support as you navigate your mental health recovery.

Available at

• Grand Pacific Health HASI Office Nowra

  • 51 North Street, Nowra, 2541, NSW
  • PO Box 688 Nowra NSW 2541
  • Phone 02 4446 7100
  • Email hasi@gph.org.au

• Grand Pacific Health HASI Office Ulladulla

  • Suites 25 & 26 Ulladulla Plaza 107-109 Princes Highway, Ulladulla, 2539, NSW
  • PO Box 957 Ulladulla NSW 2539
  • Phone 02 4454 7900
  • Email hasi@gph.org.au