Mental-health-care program expanded for White Card holders
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Thousands of veterans with complex mental health needs will have access to a network of qualified GPs nationwide following a recent expansion of support.
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Andrew Gee today announced the Coordinated Veterans’ Care (CVC) Program has been expanded to provide additional support for DVA White Card holders with an accepted chronic mental health condition.
“This program goes a step further in providing dedicated and coordinated care to veterans with chronic conditions and complex care needs,” Minister Gee said.
“No two veterans have had the same experience while in service, and their level of health care requirements and support should reflect these differences.
“The CVC Program aims to specifically support each participant based on their individual needs.
“Expanding the program means veterans with complex mental health needs can access this life-saving support through their local GP.
“Our country asks so much of our men and women in uniform – in return, Australia needs to ensure they have the best care possible once their service concludes.
“This further mental health support is a very welcome and positive development.”
Previously open only to DVA Gold Card holders, the CVC Program allows participating general practitioners and practice nurses to provide veterans in need with a multi-disciplinary care team, who develop and deliver comprehensive care plans to suit the individual needs of each veteran.
“The CVC program has proven to be effective in reducing unplanned hospitalisation and improving the quality of life for veterans in need of critical mental health care,” Minister Gee said.
“I am pleased that 4888 GPs are already providing services to veterans and their families through the CVC program, and I encourage GPs around Australia who are not in the program already to consider joining.
White Card holders need to have an accepted chronic mental health condition and meet the other eligibility criteria of the CVC Program.
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