Neami Wollongong

Neami Wollongong provides community-based mental health support for people experiencing mental health challenges in the Wollongong area.

Who is this for?

This service is free and available for people:

• aged 16 years and over
• who experience significant mental health challenges that impact day-to-day life
• living in the Wollongong, Kiama or Shellharbour local government areas
• living in private or community housing rather than residential care settings
• who are not receiving psychosocial support through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) or a similar psychosocial support program.

People access Neami for many different reasons. Their circumstances can be complex, and there isn’t always a clear solution. We know that different things matter to different people. Our role is to work alongside people to identify and access supports, opportunities and experiences that are meaningful to them.

Our approach is called  Collaborative Relational Practice (CRP). We use this approach across all our services and programs. CRP reflects what people value most about us: connection, collaboration and responsive support. It also helps us sustain our culture and values. 

At the heart of CRP is the understanding that relationships based on care and connection are vital to mental health and wellbeing. We believe that doing things with people rather than to them makes a difference.

We recognise people as experts in their own lives and value their knowledge, experiences and perspectives. We support people’s rights, self-determination and ability to influence decisions that affect them.