Our Programs & Initiatives

A recovery focused program for those with severe mental illness or who experience a greatly reduced capacity to function. Provides group and one-on-one community based support to help people achieve goals.

Community Re-Entry Service Team (CREST) works within the Correctional Centre, Probation and Parole office in Townsville. We support people so that they can be successful on parole.

headspace supports young people who are going through a tough time. If you are aged 12-25 and you need someone to talk to, headspace will provide you with access to health advice, education and employment.

Direct support to people with severe and chronic mental health conditions who have housing needs. HASI is a recovery oriented program which aids a persons independence and resilience.

CLS enables individuals to build the skills needed to better navigate around the community by increasing independence and connectedness to learn the skills and strategies to manage their well being. 

Accommodation for individuals and families in Redcliffe who are transitioning into sustainable housing. bric provide tenancy and property management, whilst Open Minds offer support for the individuals.

The fundraising and philanthropic arm of Open Minds: the first project is to establish Wattle House, to provide supported transitional accommodation to returned ADF personnel experiencing mental illness.

Provides people with the education and development that they need to support people living with mental health issue.