New Headspace Works To Begin

Marathon Health and the Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) are excited to announce the imminent expansion of Headspace services in Cowra with construction to commence soon on the new purpose-built headspace Cowra satellite centre at 118 Kendal St, underneath the library.

Over the next few months, through engagement with young people and community stakeholders, Marathon Health, Headspace Cowra’s lead agency, will be designing a fit-for-purpose, youth-friendly space.

Cowra Mayor Bill West said Cowra Council was thrilled for Cowra’s young people.

“Headspace has already been providing vital support in its limited local capacity, and this expansion is absolutely crucial for our 12- to 25-year-olds, their friends and family, to enable them to access services locally that support their wellbeing,’ said Cr West.

Headspace CEO Jason Trethowan said it was exciting to see work on a new-look headspace site for Cowra getting underway.

“This purpose-built facility means more young people in and around Cowra will have access to headspace’s suite of confidential and youth-friendly mental health supports,” Mr Trethowan said.

While services have been operational from the existing site at 43 Kendal Street, the construction of the new centre is the missing puzzle piece for this much needed service.

The satellite centre is expected to be completed within the next six months.

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