For Mental Health Month, we sat down with Daniela Allison, General Manager for Sydney and the Central West at New Horizons. We chatted about the organisation’s approach to mental health, why lived experience matters, and how leadership in this space is evolving.
For our CEO Luke Buckley, one of his first experiences out of university became the foundation of his life’s work. While helping people transition from long-term hospital stays back into the community, he witnessed a simple but profound truth that has guided him ever since: with the right support, people don’t just recover, they thrive.
This Mental Health Month, Luke reflects on how that early insight continues to shape everything we do at New Horizons. It’s the driving force behind our headspace centres for young people, the inspiration for our innovative i.am program, and our unwavering commitment to community connection.
As we mark mental health month, it’s a chance to pause and reflect not only on the importance of looking after our own wellbeing, but also on the incredible work being done across the sector to support individuals, families and communities. Few people have had a career as far-reaching or as influential in shaping mental health services as Peter Gianfrancesco.
The way aged care support is delivered in Australia is evolving, and here at New Horizons, we’re ready to guide you every step of the way.
This R U OK? Day (September 11, 2025), Australians are being reminded that conversations about mental health shouldn’t happen just once a year. The theme for 2025 is “Ask R U OK? Any day”, which encourages all of us to make checking in on one another part of our everyday lives.
We can support you to overcome isolation, reduce loneliness, build confidence, develop relationships, participate in activities, and connect with family, friends, community and employment.
Navigating the complexities of mental health can often feel isolating. While professional support plays a vital role, the understanding and connection that comes from someone who has walked a similar path can be profoundly impactful. At New Horizons, we deeply value the power of peer connection and have integrated peer work as a cornerstone of our mental health programs.
Choosing a SIL home is a big decision, and it’s all about finding a place where you feel comfortable, safe, and supported to live your life the way you choose. Here are a few things we encourage you to consider.
