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Skye

My name is Skye and I am Noongar / Yamigi born in Perth. My mum is Yamagi born in Mount Magnet. I was given the name Skye Faith because my mum loved the sky and all it’s seasons. She felt that the sky connected her with hope and faith.

I was 15 when I began to struggle with anxiety and depression. It started when we became homeless. I used to love school. I was never late but homelessness changed all that. I am 19 now.

My artwork for the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist is about the healing powers of nature. Walking and looking at nature helps me find peace. I love taking photos and I hope they help other people find peace.

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Authorised Hospitals

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An authorised hospital or mental health ward is a facility that is able to receive involuntary patients. In Western Australia, both public and private mental health facilities are eligible to be authorised.

The authorisation of a public hospital is made by the Governor of Western Australia at the recommendation of the Chief Psychiatrist. For private hospitals, authorisation is by licence and endorsement by the CEO of the Department of Health on the recommendation of the Chief Psychiatrist.

Authorised Hospital Standards

In order to be authorised, a hospital or mental health ward must meet a series of standards set out by the Chief Psychiatrist. These standards ensure that authorised facilities are built, staffed and operated to protect the rights of patients, maximise patient safety and provide optimal patient care.

Register of Authorised Hospitals

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