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Experiences and wellbeing of family members and carers, regarding PARCS across Victoria

  • By

  • Bridget Elizabeth Hamilton

  • Lisa Mary Brophy

  • Carol Ann Harvey

  • Ellie Fossey

  • Michelle Swann

  • John Reece

  • Emma Morrisroe

  • Victoria J. Palmer

  • Graham Nicholas Meadows

  • Cathrine Mihalopoulos

  • Long Le

  • Vrinda Edan

  • Justine Fletcher

  • June 16, 2026

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    Carers reported high satisfaction with the PARC service, highlighting relief and gratitude during their engagement.

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    Carers experienced improved wellbeing over time, benefiting from respite and learning coping strategies from PARC staff.

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    Concerns were raised about potential delays in accessing PARC services in the future, despite positive experiences.

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    The study emphasizes the importance of engaging carers in the delivery and co-design of PARC services.

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    PARC services aim to provide a less restrictive, home-like alternative to psychiatric hospitalization for consumers.

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Experiences and wellbeing of family members and carers, regarding PARCS across Victoria

  • by Bridget Elizabeth Hamilton, Lisa Mary Brophy, Carol Ann Harvey, Ellie Fossey, Michelle Swann, John Reece, Emma Morrisroe, Victoria J. Palmer, Graham Nicholas Meadows, Cathrine Mihalopoulos, Long Le, Vrinda Edan, Justine Fletcher

  • June 16, 2026

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