Finding Home in Camperdown: Simi’s Journey from India to Rural Victoria

Meet Simi James, a mental health clinician at SouthWest Healthcare in Camperdown, who relocated from Kerala, India, to pursue her passion for community mental health in rural Victoria. In this episode, Simi shares her inspiring journey of adapting to a new country, finding a sense of belonging in a small town, and delivering meaningful care across the Camperdown region. She also talks about how RWAV supported her relocation and helped her settle into her new community. “Growth comes with being a little uncomfortable at first. But with the right support, you can build a new home and thrive.” Listen to the full Talking Country Health Podcast with Simmy & RWAV. Read the full transcript here.