Health

Gatherings

Restrictions on gatherings are in place in Tasmania to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
See our website for the latest information.

Equipment and Resources Grants

We support kids to gain mobility, to get out and about in the community, to communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem. We make sure the kids who miss out, can always join in.

Transport

Providing transport to medical appointments and social gatherings in and out of Dorset.

Nutrition for Life!

Nutrition for life! is a simple and sustainable approach to reaching your full health potential.

Pregnancy Support

For women, men & families experiencing distress or difficulties as a result of pregnancy or pregnancy loss.

Loaves and Fishes

**COVID-19 Update - Please knock, wash your hands and pop on a pair of gloves, one person/couple at a time.
We work with Loaves and Fishes to provide food.

Disability and Aged Support

Family Based Care provides support for people with a disability, the frail aged, and their carers.​​​​​

Epilepsy Connect

**COVID-19 Update - Epilepsy Tasmania staff are now working from home in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19 within Tasmania. Please be reassured that we are still here — on the phone, on Facebook, on our website, on video chat and on Epilepsy Connect. **

Whether you have epilepsy or care for someone with epilepsy, our free peer support service is an easy and confidential way to speak to others who have been there.

School Canteen Health

We facilitate the provision of a nutritious and healthy food service in Tasmanian school canteens.

Emergency Meeting Points

If you live or work in a rural area, you should make a note of nearby Emergency Meeting Points. If you require emergency assistance and expect the ambulance or other emergency services might have difficulty locating you, arrange for someone to meet them at the nearest Emergency Meeting Point and guide them to your location.

Healthy Ageing Information

Eating well and being physically active are important as you get older to help you stay healthy and strong. This website includes key information about eating well and being physically active for older people.

Quitline

Calling Quitline can double your chances of successfully quitting smoking. Call or email us for free information and support.