Susan Mc Dermott
Leader
Australian and New Zealand Mental Health Association.
Austarlia
Biography
Susan utilises academic qualifications BA, Diploma Financial Services, Graduate Certificate Business (Philanthropy & Non-profit Studies), and personal professional experience to lead by example. Counselling those diagnosed with epilepsy to confidently cope with social stigma. Speaking locally and nationally (Brain Impairment Conference/Australian Long-Term Unemployment Conferences 2014/2015, National & International ASSBI Conferences 2014/2016), representing those who have epilepsy in the workforce, and utilising the internet to build public awareness of this common condition. She advises low income earners, the disabled, and the aged in all facets of government benefits. Susan has links across all professions in her quest to build awareness and understanding of the epilepsy disease. She usually renders her services without charge or “pro bono†to help people with disability benefits applications and insurance claims. She also represented and achieved sponsorship for community fundraising groups through filing applications with the AMP Foundation (Australian financial institution).
Research Interest
1.) Physiotherapy 2.) Occupational Therapy 3.) Epilepsy