Te Pou is pleased to announce a unique opportunity to support the skills and knowledge of the primary care nurse workforce.
This is a one-off grant for primary care nurses working in general practitioner and nurse practitioner practices, schools and other primary care settings to build their knowledge and skills in mental health and addiction.
The grant will cover the costs of taking part in a learning activity (course or training programme), to develop professional knowledge and skills that enhance the support of tāngata whai ora.
Applications for the grant open on Monday 10 November and close at midday on Friday 5 December.
The full grant criteria, including what information will be required to apply, can be found on the Te Pou website. Anyone interested in applying for a grant is encouraged to read through this information before the grant applications open, to ensure you have everything you need to apply.
The Te Tumu Waiora integrated mental health and wellbeing service has been up and running in general practices in Taupō and Tūrangi since July 2019. The response from practices and the community has been overwhelmingly positive.
Read moreScholarships of up to $45,000 a year will be available for 120 registered nurses working in primary or community care. The funding can cover tuition, incentives for you and your employer, and travel/accommodation if needed. Applications close 30 September.
Read moreThis service is designed to support a co-response team where mental health clinicians, kaimahi Māori, Police and St John will work together when responding to mental health emergency calls.
View detailsIn addition to Pinnacle MHN primary mental health services, here are some other alternatives that may be available.