Supporting patients when they are discharged from a South Metropolitan Health Service hospital is a priority for all service areas, in particular mental health.

Three years ago volunteer Elaine Ashurst was “struggling with major depression” and “couldn't cope with life”. Recently she was recognised for her dedication to changing the lives of mental health patients at the inaugural South Metropolitan Health Service Excellence Awards.

Fremantle Hospital will receive $15.6 million to open a second secure mental health unit, reflecting the hospital’s role as a specialist hub for mental health service.