Good Days
What is Good Days?
Ruah’s Good Days Recreation Program is a free, activity-based community initiative designed to improve mental and physical health through connection, engagement, movement, and fun. Activities are expectation and obligation free and are shaped by the interests of participants. Activities and groups are available across the Perth metropolitan area and Geraldton.
Funded by the Mental Health Commission, the program follows an evidence-based approach that offers a range of small group activities designed to assist participants achieve their personal recovery goals and to work towards their “Good Life”.
Examples of activities include:
- Physical health- Gym, Walking, Cycling
- Social- Coffee and Meal Groups, Ten Pin Bowling
- Creative Expression- Art and Music Groups
- Healthy Living – Yoga and Cooking Groups.
Who is Good Days for?
Good Days is open to people aged 16–65 who are able to access community-based activities in an independent manner. Any access issues can be discussed at the time of referral. The program is open to people who identify as having either mental health challenges and/or challenges with alcohol and other drugs (AOD). The program is not a support service, but can complement other services people may be receiving. People with NDIS funding are eligible. The following highlights the inclusive nature of the program:
- No medical diagnosis or ongoing case management required.
- Referrals can come from: Support Services, Community service providers, Family members or by self-referral
- Carers, family members or friends are welcome to accompany participants for support (16 and over).
How to access the Progam?
Access begins with completing a referral form below. You will then be contacted by a Good Days Team member who will provide further information on the program of activities and engagement.
1. Complete the Referral Form and email it to: [email protected]
2. Or call us on 13 78 24
3. A Good Days team member will follow up with details.