South Australia's First Gidget House Opens in Elizabeth

0:00South Australia is getting its first Gidget House today in Elizabeth, a free mental health spot for expectant and new parents battling perianatal, depression or anxiety. It's offering face-to-face counseling and telehealth sessions, all Medicare bulk bill through a GP referral and treatment plan. This new hub sits right in Elizabeth shopping center, teaming up with United Way South Australia for easy family access alongside other support. Federal Assistant Minister Emma McBride cuts the ribbon tomorrow highlighting how it's bringing care straight to communities. Plenty of local parents are suffering quietly with 34% facing symptoms but skipping professional help, 31% unsure, where to turn and just 26% getting screened during pregnancy. That's a huge gap in early support. Perianatal issues hit one in five women and one in ten men each year. United Foundation Australia marks its 25th year with this launch as a big win. They estimate around 5,150 parents in greater Adelaide need this care annually, building

1:05on their national track record of, helping over 16,000 families. Dropping this service close to home means northern Adelaide families can grab timely help during those raw early parenting days, closing barriers and boosting real recovery. Stay informed with Adelaide News today, AI Powered Updates.