Monash Health Community works closely with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to improve health outcomes and the wellbeing of community members.
Our programs provide a range of primary health care services to these communities. We can provide one-on-one care or work with groups.
Our Services
Access and Support Worker
The Access and Support workers offers support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people accessing care to maintain their health, wellbeing and independence. This includes navigating the My Aged Care and NDIS service system, in addition to transportation to appointments and accessing General Practice Services.
Healthy Koori Kids Program
Healthy Koori Kids service for Aboriginal children aged 0-17 years who are in out-of-home care and/or are current clients of DFFH. The service offers a multidisciplinary team of skilled professionals consisting of a paediatrician, paediatric psychologist, speech therapist, oral hygienist and Aboriginal Health Workers, providing a fortnightly clinic to address children’s health needs. For referral information to the Healthy Koori Kids program click here.
Dental (Community)
Monash Health Dental Services provide dental treatment under the guidelines of Dental Health Services Victoria. We provide dental care to eligible health care or pension card holders and their dependants.