Hey, community 👋🏼
Finding health services that really understand what you're going through as a First Nations person can be tough. So, we've put together a list of resources to make it easier to find the right help for you.
Health services
These directories are all about helping you find health care that makes sense for you, whether you're dealing with a specific health issue or need some general support.
📱 National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO). They provide a map of all the health services designed and run by the local community.
📱 Australian Indigenous Health Info Net. They map each state's health and medical services, including hospitals, clinics, and other health facilities.
State-based services
Here's a quick snapshot of each state's First Nations health services run by the local community.
🦀 ACT Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health Service
🦉 NSW Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of New South Wales
🦇 NT Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory
🐕 QLD Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council
🐨 SA Aboriginal Health Council of South Australia
🦅 TAS Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre Inc
🐤 VIC Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation Inc.
🐊 WA The Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia
Mental Health Services
Remember, your physical and mental health are connected. So, if you're after mental health support, options are available.
📱 Search for national social and emotional well-being support services here.
📞 YARN13 is a 24/7 helpline run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You can call them on 13 92 76.
📞 Brother To Brother is a 24/7 crisis helpline run by Aboriginal men, including Elders with lived experience. You can call them on 1800 435 799.
