Aboriginal Health: Community Referrals

At Western Sydney ITC we understand the vital role community care plays in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We appreciate and are sensitive to the wellbeing of the First Nation people, which involves not only the physical symptoms or illness but the social, mental, cultural, social and spiritual needs too.

We understand the importance of community connections

We know how important and diverse Aboriginal communities are, and how our culture forms the foundation for all aspects of life including our family and community connections, our connection to Country, our values and cultural principles. As part of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, we have tools to help you.

Our community care approach is as committed as our individual healthcare approach.

How Western Sydney ITC will help your community

We help the Western Sydney community understand and offer support through our community referral channels. We also offer support and healthcare provider resources to help communities and non-health providers to understand:

  • chronic health conditions and how to help people within their mob
  • the care plans created by doctors
  • chronic condition self-management skills, which may include medication use, food choices, exercises and communicating with family and friends
  • how our team can help get access to equipment and medical aids.

If there’s anything you’re not sure about, including medical terms, we’ll work through it with you to ensure you’re comfortable referring or helping someone in your community.

For mental health issues and concerns, please refer to the following resources:

If you are a member of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community – for example, an Aboriginal organisation, community worker or an Elder – then you’ve come to the right place.

Click on the referral form below for culturally relevant, holistic healthcare for a member of your community or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family.

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