READ the incredible stories of people whose lives have been touched by the PHaMs program
Welcome to the Stories page of Bring Back PHaMs! Here, we celebrate the incredible journeys and experiences of individuals whose lives have been touched by the PHaMs program. From the consumers who have benefitted from PHaMs, to the family carers who have witnessed the program's impact, and the PHaMs workers and service providers who delivered support through PHaMs – these stories are a testament to the power of PHaMs and highlight the need for its swift reinstatement.
Sharing Stories of Transformation
Hayley Harris’ story
At the age of 17, life became overwhelming, leading Hayley to shut down completely. She withdrew from school, isolated herself from her family, and cut off contact with friends, effectively disconnecting from the world. This state of despair persisted for 18 months, during which Hayley contemplated death and suicide. Hayley's mother tirelessly searched for suitable psychosocial support services and eventually found one that she was eligible for - PHaMS.
PHAMS Supporting Fathers
JAMIE’s STORY
Read about Jamie, a father struggling with confidence and living with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. Jamie’s goals were to improve his parenting skills and better connect with his young children.
A strengths-based approach helped to improve Jamie’s confidence as a father.
By the end of the program, Jamie reported feeling more positive about his abilities as a father.
A former phams worker
rhiannon’s story
Hear from Rhiannon, a former Personal Helper and Mentor, who shares one of her highlights of working in the PHaMs program.
Rhiannon tells the story of Thea, an older lady diagnosed with severe anxiety whose goal was to leave her home and build up the confidence to go to the local swimming pool.
PHaMs played a pivotal role in supporting Thea to reach her goals.
Share your story
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By sharing your personal story, you can make a difference. We believe in the strength of collective stories to effectively demonstrate to the government and the public why investing in programs like PHaMs is essential.
While data and percentages provide valuable insights, it is the power of personal stories that truly shapes perceptions, ignites inspiration, and drives positive change.
We warmly welcome stories from previous consumers of the PHaMs service, as well as from carers and service providers. Your story is a vital piece of the puzzle in our advocacy for the program's return.
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The PHaMs program stands apart with its approach, focusing on individuals' strengths rather than their deficits. It empowers participants to define their own recovery path, providing support without the need for a formal diagnosis. Whether self-referral or through the guidance of caring family members or service providers, PHaMs opens doors to new possibilities, fosters community engagement, and equips individuals with the tools they need for recovery.
Help us advocate for the return of PHaMs.