Starting out in 1980 as a grassroots support group for families with a vision to improve the lives of children diagnosed with schizophrenia by developing innovative support services that offered hope and fellowship, MIFWA has grown to assist 2,500 people annually with a workforce of 140 people across the Perth Metro and Regional areas of WA.
25 Years at the Lorikeet Centre
16-03-2020
Hermanna has been visiting Lorikeet Centre for over 25 years, starting back when it was at Shenton Park….
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Darren’s Story of Recovery
26-02-2020
I suffered a brain injury resulting from a car accident a number of years ago. My mate and…
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Igniting Passion for Art: Monica’s Story
24-02-2020
Monica hails from Romania and has been attending Lorikeet Centre for a few years. She is a regular…
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My Life as a Carer – Sue’s Story
21-02-2020
I’ve got caring in me. I cared for both my mum and dad, who passed away at home,…
Read moreFilling our Cup – The Daring Way
04-11-2019
In recognition of Mental Health Week and Carers’ Week, a two day Daring Way, Building Resilience workshop was…
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Carers Week – Well Being Day 15th October
22-10-2019
Well thanks to the generosity of Hepburn Family Centre, not only providing such a great venue but also…
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I am grateful for the NDIS, doors are opening- Andrew’s story
06-08-2019
Andrew is 37 and lives at home with his Mum, and started coming to MIFWA to ‘get social’….
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Understanding our impact – MIFWA NDIS
25-07-2019
We love the opportunity to build our approach to the National Disability Insurance Scheme. It has been a…
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‘It gives me a reason to get out of bed each morning!’ – Lorikeet Centre 25 years on!
21-06-2019
People who experience severe mental illness may feel isolated by their experience. The Lorikeet Centre aims to create…
Read moreSchizophrenia – toward deeper understanding of the lived experience
20-05-2019
Schizophrenia Awareness Week is an important part of our annual calendar. MIFWA began as a community organisation almost…
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