Our Vision
To re-connect the isolated and vulnerable via the power of community
Our Mission
To provide relief for community members who have developed, or are at risk of developing mental health issues, primarily anxiety and depression
Motherhood is exciting and rewarding... and challenging! Sometimes, the challenges can have life-threatening consequences.
Perinatal mental illness (including Postnatal Depression and Anxiety) is the leading cause of death for mothers in the first year of motherhood, and affects 1 in 5 mothers (over 7,000 mums per year in WA). We can break this cycle with a simple solution!
What can be done?
To reverse a trend towards social isolation and poor mental health, Optin empowers women to help each other and facilitates respite for 1-4 hours per week for every mum.
How does it work?
Optin connects mums and volunteers via an innovative online platform, who then meet up in person. Optin will:
Optin is evidence based and available to everyone!
We need:
Donations from individuals and businesses, or Volunteer with Optin via our website.
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Yes, as soon as your donation is processed.