Health

New Norfolk Community Health Centre

The centre provides residents and visitors with the opportunity to access quality health and community services.

Circular Head Aboriginal Corporation

**Due to the COVID-19, we are adjusting our practices to minimise the impact of the virus to our elderly and our vulnerable consumers within our community. Click to see further details **

Environmental Health

Council is responsible for a range of activities in relation to public health.

Autism Support

Giant Steps Tasmania is a not for profit, independent, specialist school and therapy center (K-12) for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and a community and access support group for adult aged clients.

Breast Screen Tasmania

BreastScreen Tasmania provides free screening mammograms to women who have no breast symptoms

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support

Bears Of Hope Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support provides leading support and exceptional care for families who experience the loss of their baby.

FoodREDI Community Nutrition Education

By bringing people together for a series of free, hands-on nutrition education workshops, Australian Red Cross FoodREDi food education programs teach people how to get value for money and achieve a balanced diet in a relaxed atmosphere.

Isolation Packs and Hampers

**COVID-19 Update- Isolation Packs and Hampers are available
All packs will be delivered to your home.

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.

Active Launceston – FREE physical activity

Active Launceston is a community driven partnership with the vision of improving the health and wellbeing of the Launceston community through physical activity.

Status Resolution Support Services

** COVID-19 Update - We aim to keep our services operating, as far as is practical and within government guidelines. This service is offered by phone or online. For further information please call 1800 819 447 or visit our website. **

A support service to assist people who are seeking to resolve their immigration status with the Department of Home Affairs.

Live Well, Live Long Program

Live Well. Live Long is a 12 week free, informative, interactive and educative program that provides a holistic approach to health and wellness.

This initiative is a partnership between the Tasmanian Health Service (THS), Clarence City Council and Glenorchy City Council.

Vision loss support

**COVID-19 Update - We are offering online services via zoom, skype or over the phone. Contact us for details.**
Loss of vision doesn't mean loss of independence. We're here to help.

Dementia Helpline

Dementia Support Australia offers a free national service operating 24/7 365 days a year.

Family Doctor Service

We provide services to all at affordable prices while not sacrificing the quality of services or equipment we use. We bulk bill ALL concession card holders.

Eat Well Tasmania

Eat Well Tasmania champions healthy eating and promotes opportunities to eat healthy Tasmanian grown, produced and value added food.

Women’s Health Information Line

**COVID-19 Update - Our phone lines, phone and online counselling services and the Women’s Health Information line remain open. Please call: 6231 3212 or for Women's Health Info Line call 1800 675 028.**

Supporting women to make informed health and well being choices by providing information on general women's health issues, support services and other community and government organisations.

Community home care services

OneCare Limited is a leading provider of aged care services in Tasmania, supporting more than 2,000 people across the state.

Recreation Program

This popular program provides a broad range of creative, social and skills building activities.

Dementia and Memory Community Centre

The Dementia and Memory Community Centres offer a range of services to the general public, including those with memory loss, their carers, family and friends.

Pregnancy Support

Esther's House supports pregnant women who are struggling with a challenging pregnancy or suspected pregnancy.

Transport

Red Cross provides a door to door transport service to assist you to attend non-urgent medical appointments and social outings if you have no other transport options.

My Joint Pain

My Joint Pain website and online tools assist individuals to manage and track their joint pain.

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.

Free Young People Support

We can help if you have any worries, do not feel well, not sleeping enough, are feeling stressed, sad, drinking or smoking too much and anything that does not feel right!

Eating Disorder Helpline

The Butterfly Foundation represents all people affected by eating disorders and negative body image including those experiencing the illness, their family and their friends. Our specialist counsellors offer free information, screened referrals and brief counselling.

The Butterfly National Helpline ED HOPE is Australia’s national support service for eating disorders and body image issues.

Coronavirus symptom checker and helpline

Answer questions about your symptoms to see if you need to seek medical help or get tested. This tool from healthdirect is available online at any time. You can also call our hotline to speak to a registered nurse about your health concerns.

Stay Healthy, Stay Connected

**COVID-19 - New Resource**
A new Facebook Page with great tips on how to stay health and connected while you are staying at home.
Stay Healthy, Stay Connected (SHSC) is an initiative of the Tasmanian Government.

Loui’s Van (Food Van)

Loui's Van is an after-hours mobile service providing food, information and support to those in need.

DESMOND Program

DESMOND is a one day group program which focuses on the practical skills around food choices, physical activity and the changes diabetes can bring.

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.

Huntington’s Disease Support

We are a not-for-profit, non-government organisation with a focus on providing information, education, advocacy and support for people with Huntington's disease and their families.

Breast Cancer Support

We fund game-changing breast cancer research with money raised entirely by the Australian public.

ShopSmart

This program will teach you how to understand food labels and how to spot methods used to trick you into buying less healthy foods.

School Canteen Health

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

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.

National Continence Helpline

**COVID-19 Update - Helpline is open - 8am - 8pm**
The National Continence Helpline is staffed by a team of continence nurse advisors who provide information, education and advice to callers with incontinence or who are caring for someone with incontinence. The Helpline also provides information and advice to health professionals.

Tas After Hours

We provide Tasmanians with information about the range of medical services available after hours (at night time, on weekends and public holidays) and how to find them

Child and Family Centre

The East Devonport Child and Family Centre is a place for families with children birth to 5 to access a range of services.

Outreach Services

All Round Health and Community Care outreach services provide access to health care to those who may not otherwise have the ability to access these services.

1800RESPECT

** 1800RESPECT will continue to operate as per usual during the COVID-19 health emergency. We are open 24 hours to support people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.

Pulse Youth Health Support

The Youth Health Service is a prevention and early intervention service for young people aged 12-24. We offer a range of health services including brief intervention, counselling, health information and referrals.

Telecross

A phone call each day to check you’re OK.

Dining with Friends Program

Dining with Friends is a free community meal held in Hobart, Bridgewater and Launceston.

National Dementia Helpline

The National Dementia Helpline is for anyone interested in dementia, concerned about their memory, anybody who has been diagnosed with dementia or who works with people with dementia, or anybody who simply wants to know more.

Flinders Island Multi-Purpose Centre

The Flinders Island Multi-Purpose Centre provides a range of health and community services.

Bruny Island Community Health Centre

The Bruny Island Community Health Centre provides residents with the opportunity to access quality health and community services.

Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels is a voluntary organisation, delivering meals to all people of all ages, who, through sickness, age and/or disability, cannot reasonably get a meal for themselves and who wish to remain with dignity and independence in their own homes.

Home and Community Care Services

The District Nurses are one of Tasmania's oldest and best loved community organisations and have been providing care within Tasmanian Communities since 1896.

East Devonport Neighbourhood House

**COVID-19 - The House is currently closed to the public, but we are available for support over the phone, email or facebook.**
East Devonport Neighbourhood House is a warm, friendly and useful place providing lots of choices and opportunity for our community, so they can 'squeeze the most out of life'!

National Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Helpline

National Helpline for people affected by perinatal anxiety, depression and postnatal psychosis and for those experiencing challenges in becoming a parent.

Ticket to play

Ticket to Play provides vouchers up to $100 in value towards club membership for children aged 5-17 years and listed on a Centrelink Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card or in Out of Home Care.

Current Restrictions

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.

Aged and Home Care Services

Aged and Home Care 1800 466 300. As you get older, staying connected to your family, friends, social groups and community is a vital part of keeping healthy and staying independent.

Tasmanian Project for Positive Living (TasPPL)

Client support for people living with a Blood Borne Virus (HIV, Hepatitis B and C).
** COVID-19 Update - We are in a position to offer some emergency relief primarily to people living with HIV and hepatitis. We have transitioned to work from home for most activities though have staff onsite at some times throughout the week. **

InfoLine 1800 011 041

**COVID-19 Update - We are operating our InfoLine remotely at this time as a result of the Coronavirus Pandemic. If your call can not be answered at the time, please leave your name, contact number and a brief message and our Health Educator will return your call as soon as possible. **

Arthritis & Osteoporosis Tasmania has a free telephone information service for people with arthritis or osteoporosis; their carers or family members; health professionals; and any interested member of the public.

Community Meals and Food Relief

**COVID-19 Update - contact us for how we can help
We provide a free community meal every Tuesday night and also food relief for those in need.

Loaves and Fishes

Providing free food and grocery items delivered by Loaves and Fishes Tasmania. A fresh delivery arrives every second Friday. Call the House for details.

Stroke Prevention Programs

The National Stroke Foundation is committed to increasing awareness and prevention of stroke.

Health Direct

If you don’t have a regular GP or they’re not available, you can still get medical advice by calling the free national medical helpline.

Sexuality Education and Clinical Services

Family Planning Tasmania (FPT) provides quality, non-judgmental and supportive Sexual and Reproductive Health services.

Bi-Cultural Community Health Program

This program assists people from refugee background who are settling in Tasmania to make informed decisions around their wellbeing and independently access appropriate health services.

Cancer Support Centres

Cancer Council trained staff and volunteers are available to assist members of the public with any enquiry or support need relating to cancer which can be made over the phone or by simply dropping in – no appointment is necessary.

Beaconsfield Neighbourhood House

Professional and friendly support services and groups of many kinds are available here at Beaconsfield Neighbourhood House for those living locally in the Tamar Valley of Tasmania.

Personal Alarms

A Red Cross personal alarm gives you access to emergency help in your home or garden, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. The service can assist you to continue living at home safely with independence and peace of mind.

Adult Community Mental Health Services

We offer a free, confidential service to people aged between 18 and 65 years who have a severe and complex mental health problem. We provide assessment, treatment, support and education.

Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service

How to seek support during this time - feeling worried or struggling to cope during the coronavirus pandemic? Beyondblue is here to help. Our trained counsellors are there to support you 24/7. Give them a call on 1800 512 348.

Scots Flat

Scots flat provides accommodation to families who live outside Hobart but who are required to spend some time here due to hospitalisation.

transport2treatment

transport2treatment (t2t) is a free service for patients who otherwise could not get to cancer treatment provided by Cancer Council Tasmania.

Diabetes Camp Program

Diabetes Tasmania runs camps with a focus on companionship, support, education and fun.

Kings Meadows Community Health Centre

The Kings Meadows Community Health Centre provides residents with quality health and community services. A number of community services, visiting services and support groups operate from the centre.

StrokeConnect program

StrokeConnect aims to connect stroke survivors and carers with information, services, support and each other.

Queenstown PCYC

The Queenstown PCYC is a not for profit community service organisation that aims to provide recreational activities to the wider community at affordable prices.

Take Charge of Pain Workshops

We equip participants with the knowledge, skills and resources to improve their health, wellbeing and quality of life.

First Aid

Learn first aid and mental health first aid through a nationally recognised Red Cross course near you, and shop first aid kit supplies, so you're always prepared.

Deaf Children Helpline

Our National helpline provides information and support to parents, carers and professionals working with children who are deaf.

Cultural Community Connections program

The Cultural Community Connections program supports the health and wellbeing of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities during COVID-19 and beyond.

Emergency Food Assistance

** COVID-19 Update - Our office is now open again Monday to Friday.** We run an emergency food assistance program at Door of Hope.

Equipment Search

Search our online database for information on equipment including suppliers and approximate prices. We also list second hand items.

Young carers program

Are you under 25 and looking after a family member or friend? The Young Carer Program can link you with services and information to support you and help with the stress and worry you may experience from your caring responsibilities.

Information and Advocacy

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

Epilepsy Tasmania provides information, education and advocacy for people who are living with, or are affected by epilepsy.

Support Groups

Cancer Council Support groups provide a safe place for people affected by cancer to come together, develop friendships, share ideas and thoughts in a non-judgemental environment.

Government Discounts and Concessions

The Tasmanian Government offers a wide range of discounts and concessions on the cost of government services. The discounts and concessions aim to achieve a balance in the standard of living and access to essential services for all members of the Tasmanian community.

COVID-19 Easy English Resources

A series of COVID-19 resources written in Easy English for people who have limited literacy.

Environmental Health

The Environmental Health office provides advice to the community on the public health aspects of environmental issues.

Kingston Neighbourhood House

** We are strictly abiding by government guidelines but please feel free to call us and let's see what we can do to help you, your family or a neighbour. **
During the pandemic restrictions we are operating behind closed doors - offering food relief, bread, vegetables, frozen meals (when available).

Pregnancy Support

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

Kingston Community Health Centre

The Kingston Community Health Centre provides residents with the opportunity to access quality health and community services.

Sport and Recreation Activities

We provide low cost access to sporting, recreational, social and cultural programs in a safe environment for young people and the broader community.

Settlement Engagement Transition Support (SETS)

** COVID-19 Update - We aim to keep our services operating, as far as is practical and within government guidelines. This service is currently offered by phone or online. For further information please call 1800 819 447 or visit our website. **

As a newly-arrived migrant or refugee, the individually-tailored support available with CatholicCare's SETS program can help you settle into your new life. CatholicCare will support you to improve your independence, well-being and social connections.

Youth Health Program

Provides free and confidential youth health services for young people aged 12 - 24 years, particularly those who are disadvantaged; to assist them in making informed life and health choices.

Pregnancy Helpline

Free, confidential, professional information and counselling for women, their partners and families relating to issues of conception, pregnancy, birthing and postnatal care.

Sexual Assault Crisis Line

Counselling, information and support to women, men and children who have been raped or sexually assaulted. 24 hour crisis line.

Spinal cord injury and physical disability support

We support people with spinal cord injury and physical disability.

Acquired Brain Injury Support

We provide support and rehabilitation services for people with acquired brain injury (ABI) and their families within the north of the state.

Health Speak

Health Speak is a podcast series by Healthy Tasmania. The latest season is Helping others, from our homes, during COVID-19.

Hepatitis Prevention Program

The Hepatitis Prevention Program provides services to reduce viral hepatitis in Tasmania. Hepatitis is a potentially serious illness, but it’s treatable with the right education and support.

wayraparattee Child and Family Centre

The wayraparattee Child & Family Centre in Geeveston, is a place where all children from prenatal to 5 years and their family can access a range of programs and services.

Healthcare and Aged Services

At Bolton Clarke we support you to live the life you want.

Environmental Health

Council Environmental Health Officers can assist with matters relating to public health.

Community Aged Care Services

Masonic Care Tasmania (MCT) delivers high-quality, customised residential and community based aged care services to meet the current and future needs of older Tasmanians, their carers and families.

In Home Care

We help with a range of personal care and lifestyle needs while providing very welcome companionship.

Young Mum Support

Babymum Australia walks alongside first time mums under the age of 21. We offer a variety of supports including education support, outreach and access to our programs including social groups and children's activity groups.

Child and Family Centre

A welcoming place for Derwent Valley children aged birth to five years and their families to grow, play and learn together.

Haemochromatosis Support

Support and advocacy group for people affected by hereditary haemochromatosis.

Morton’s Place

**COVID-19 update - Morton’s Place kitchen is open and continues to operate, now offering takeaway food options to the entire community at no cost **

The Haven Parenting Rooms

Your haven in the city. Change your baby's nappy, let your toddler play, have a cuppa and much more.

Working it Out Together

This project is about allowing LGBTIQ+ Tasmanians to come together and help each other during this pandemic.

Heart Disease Support

The Heart Foundation is a charity dedicated to fighting the single biggest killer of Australians - heart disease.

Deafness and Auslan Support

Expression Australia provides services for both the deaf and those hard of hearing. We provide Auslan classes as well as support and services for NDIS clients.

Outreach Program

** COVID-19 Update - this program currently running in a limited capacity. Follow our Facebook page to receive updates about the impact of the Corona Virus on our services.**
Mobile in nature and operating within many of the most disadvantaged areas in and around Launceston and the North West of Tasmania the trailer provides no cost food, beverages and recreational activities to the community.

Immunisations

Launceston City Council conducts free immunisation sessions for funded vaccines according to the National Immunisation Program Schedule for medicare card holders.

How is Dad going?

Emotional and mental health support helpline and online resources for new and expecting Dads.

Support for Women and Girls in Sport

We are the leading voice for female participation in sport and recreation in Tasmania.

City Kitchen

**COVID-19 Update - City kitchen is open and continues to provide meals from our location at the Burnie Baptist Church 57 Mount St, Burnie.

My Aged Care

If you need some help around the house or think it’s time to look into aged care homes, My Aged Care is here to help.

Intersex Human Rights Australia

Intersex Human Rights Australia is a national not-for-profit company by and for people born with variations of sex characteristics.

Support Coordination

Nexus has specialist case managers who can help you manage your NDIS package as well as connecting with services that best meet your needs.

Eating Disorder Recovery Support Group

Get recovery support in a safe space. For anyone living with an eating disorder or body image issue.

Save 000 for Saving Lives

A significant number of Triple Zero (000) calls requesting an ambulance response are not real emergencies and do not require immediate medical assistance. There are several alternatives to calling an ambulance. Please ... save 000 for saving lives and only call an ambulance if it's a medical emergency.

Coeliac Helpline

Coeliac Australia provides information and support for those diagnosed with coeliac disease, or those medically requiring a gluten free diet.

Healthcare Conversation Support

Choosing Wisely Australia helps healthcare providers and consumers start important conversations about improving the quality of healthcare by eliminating unnecessary and sometimes harmful tests, treatments and procedures.

Services and Facilities

At West Winds we aim to provide a range of support and services for the south Channel community.

Get Active Program

A 10 week program to enhance the health and wellbeing of men and women through involvement in physical activity, and to encourage healthy eating habits.

Breastfeeding Helpline

We provide reassurance and give you knowledge about how breastfeeding works and help in overcoming common hurdles.

Food Support

**COVID-19 Update - Do you need some help with food? We are operating food services across the state.

A Tasmanian Lifeline 1800 98 44 34

Lifeline Tasmania has set up a new service for Tasmanians, specifically to deal with unprecedented demand for information, advice and support because of the coronavirus pandemic. 1800 98 44 34

Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome

Emerge Australia is a national organisations providing hope and help to people with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome

Healthy Shed

Healthy Shed is an evidenced-based program that has been successfully delivered at multiple men and community sheds in Tasmania.

Creativity and Wellbeing Programs

These programs give clients an opportunity to come together to create artwork, go on outings, make friends and learn new skills.

Emergency Food Relief

We provide emergency relief in the form of food vouchers as well as food parcels from Loaves & Fishes.

Tasmanian Health Directory

The Tasmanian Health Directory is a statewide directory where you can search for health care services or individual health care specialists.

Second Hand Equipment

The people listed on our Second Hand Equipment page on our website have second hand equipment for sale.

Community it

Community it is a movement to engage and mobilise change within our community. You can be part of the solution. Our first initiaive - Every Child Succeeds.

AIDS, Hepatitis and Related Diseases Support

TasCAHRD (Tasmanian Council on AIDS, Hepatitis and Related Diseases), provides information, education, advocacy, and support on issues relating to HIV AIDS, Hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections and gay men's health.

Cystic Fibrosis Support

Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania (CFT) supports over 100 families affected by Cystic Fibrosis living in Tasmania.

Personal Care Program

Community Based Support's Personal Care Program provides a range of personal services including dressing, showering, mobility assistance, medication prompting and meals. These services aim to assist older people, people living with disability, and unpaid carers to remain at home, leading independent lives.

Diabetes Helpline

We enhance the capacity of people with diabetes to understand and self-manage their condition.

Food Assistance

Distributing food from our premises in Huntingfield to those in need

Autism Support

We are committed to improving the lives of adults and children on the autism spectrum, their families, and carers; and to improve community awareness, acceptance, and understanding of autism.

Supporting Expecting and Parenting Teens (SEPT)

We're here to help you, now and beyond. The Brave Foundation's SEPT (Supporting Expecting and Parenting Teens) Program connects expecting and parenting teens to parenting support, life support and educational opportunities in their local communities.

Fresh Choice Food Co-op

**COVID-19 update - Fresh Choice Food Co-op is running
At Fresh Choice Food Co-op we offer members a weekly vegetable & fruit box, and regular extras, such as free produce, seed packets, recipe sheets and healthy eating information.

Public Health Hotline

Public Health Services works to improve and protect the health and wellbeing of all Tasmanians. We partner with individuals, groups and communities statewide to achieve this outcome.

StrokeLine

StrokeLine's health professionals provide information and advice on stroke prevention, treatment and recovery.

All abilities Sailing

We provide a safe and friendly environment where people of all abilities can participate in the sport of sailing.

National COVID Older Persons Information Line

The new National COVID Older Persons Information hotline will help older Australians get the critical information they need to stay healthy and safe during the pandemic.

Local Government Services

Meander Valley Council provides local government services and community information.

Cancer Support for 12-25 year olds and support for Parents

**COVID-19 Update: Right now our offices are closed but you can still reach us over the phone 03 6200 5551 or online 24/7. Click for details**

CanTeen supports young people when cancer turns their world upside down and helps them cope with the physical, emotional and practical impact of living with cancer.

Community Care Referral Service

Tasmanian Community Care Referral Service provides easy access to information and referrals for home and community care services through a single phone call.

Youth Alcohol and Drug Service

** COVID-19 Update: Our services are still available, just differently - call 6423 6635 to get more information.**
YADS provides a broad range of alcohol and other drug treatment support services aimed primarily at young people 12- 24 years and their families throughout the NW and West Coast of Tasmania.

Eating Disorder Carer Support Group

The Butterfly Foundation offers help with self-care while caring for someone with an eating disorder or body image issue.

Wetaway Program

Wetaway is a program offered by the Child Health and Parenting Service (CHaPS) to provide help for bedwetting children/ young people when they see the wetting as a problem.

Good Sports Tasmania

Good Sports works closely with community sporting clubs to promote healthy, safe and become more family-friendly places.

Women’s Health Activities

**COVID-19 Update - We are offering online classes via facebook live streaming including: Tai Chi, Meditation, Yoga and Weights.**

Women's Health Tasmania offers women opportunities to gain new skills and a better understanding of health issues of relevance to them.

Community Services Industry Noticeboard

Keep up to date with changes to service arrangements and closures due to the increasing precautions taken in response to COVID-19.

Cleft Palate and Lip Society (CleftPals)

The Cleft Palate and Lip Society (CleftPALS) provides support, reassurance, and knowledge to parents of children born with a cleft condition.

Asthma Helpline

Coughing, wheezing, sneezing? Do you have a question about asthma? 1800 ASTHMA (1800 278 462) is available.

My Stroke Journey

My Stroke Journey is designed to support care planning and the transition from hospital to home.

Health Care Products

We sell a wide range of health care products with profits supporting the work of the ParaQuad Association of Tasmania.

Cancer online and telephone support

Cancer Council offers a variety of free telephone and internet cancer support groups available to those patients and carers who prefer the convenience and privacy of receiving peer related support in their own home.

Healthy Hobart

Find your way to better health with Healthy Hobart.

healthConnect

Connecting you with resources and service providers in the Huon Valley.

Early Access to Defibrillation Program

You cannot do any harm to a person by applying an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED). You just have to turn it on and the machine will talk you through everything you need to do in simple steps – so have a go, you may just save a life.

Assitive Technology Assistance

We are a charitable non-profit community organisation that provides advice and information about assistive technology.

Child Friendly Island

FACT is working with our non-government members, and encourages all Tasmanian's to commit to making Tasmania a Child Friendly Island.

Wig Library

Cancer Council Tasmania offers a free wig library service for clients experiencing hair loss as a result of their cancer treatment.

Family Drug and Gambling Helpline

**COVID-19 Update - Programs and services are being delivered, in most instances, remotely via teleconferencing, online streaming and telephone.**

Family Drug Help (FDH) is a national service providing information to parents and significant others of someone with problematic alcohol or other drug use.

Bucaan Community House

**COVID-19 - we are operational but there is no access to the public. We are continuing to support community through phone, internet, referral and essential face to face service delivery.**
Bucaan Community House offers support to the community. We run activities and programs based on community need. Come and visit us to find out more.

Nutrition for Life!

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

National Coronavirus Health Information Line

If you're concerned you can call the National Coronavirus Helpline for information and advice about COVID-19. If you require translating or interpreting services, call 131 450.

Eating With Friends

A friendly group of community members meet monthly for a meal in various locations around Dorset. Ring the House to find out the next location and to book your place. Transport can be arranged.

Yemaya Women’s Support Service

**COVID-19 Update: Our service is operating - call for an appointment to speak with one of our counsellors**
Yemaya is a confidential and free counselling and support service. We provide medium to long term support to women who are experiencing or have experienced abuse by an intimate partner.

Brain Injury Peak Body

The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT) is the peak body for people living with or affected by brain injury in Tasmania.

Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre

Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centres (CRCCs) facilitate access to information, respite care and other support appropriate to carers’ needs and circumstances, and the needs of the people they care for.

Home Care Packages

Home Care Packages provide individually planned and coordinated supports and services for older people to remain living life independently, the way you would like.

Cancer Support Groups

Support groups provide a safe place for people affected by cancer to come together, develop friendships, share ideas and thoughts in a non-judgmental environment.

Recreational Activities

East Coast Crusaders PCYC provides recreational activities to the wider community at affordable prices.

Child Health Centres

Child Health and Parenting Service provides opportunities for new families to network with other services within the community.

Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre

Do you care for someone? Would you like support in your caring role? We are the first point of contact for carers in southern Tasmania and would welcome a call from you.

Hospital Accommodation

A 'home away from home' for patients and families of patients attending the Launceston General Hospital.

Clarendon Vale Neighbourhood Centre

**COVID-19 Update - contact us or see our facebook page for current activities
Clarendon Vale Neighbourhood Centre (CVNC) is a safe welcoming space for all the Clarendon Vale / Clarence Plains community and its surrounds.

Huon Community Health Centre

The Huon Community Health Centre provides a broad range of community and rural health services such as Community Nursing Services, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Oral Health and Mental Health.

Ravenswood Community Health Centre

The Ravenswood Community Health Centre coordinates the delivery of a broad range of services to the community including Community Nursing and Social Work.

In-Home Support

If someone needs home help or care in the senior years, or with a disability, we offer a range of home care and support services that respect and respond to enabling you to retain as much independence as possible.

Cancer support for under 25’s

Cancer Council Tasmania’s Cancer Support for Under 25’s is a state-wide program supporting Tasmanian families of children, adolescents and young adults with cancer up to the age of 25 years and survivors of childhood cancer.

Westbury Community Health Centre

The Westbury Community Health Centre provides Meander Valley residents with the opportunity to access quality health and community services.

CU @ Home

C U @ Home is a program offered by the Child Health and Parenting Service for young first-time parents 15-19 years of age.

Transport

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

Counselling

Talk confidentially about your concerns, be they for your own memory or that of a family member or friend.

Deloraine House

At Deloraine House you can access a range of low cost activities and programs and get referrals to other services.
** We are remaining open for Emergency Food relief, Free shared produce from our Community Garden and Nils loan applications. **

Aboriginal Health Service

Whatever you want from the Aboriginal Health Service, you'll probably be able to get it: from a massage to a counselling session, from a health check to a cultural experience.

Pregnant and Young Parent Support Program

We offer support to pregnant women and parents under 25 to help them build the skills and knowledge to be the best parents they can be.

Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels provides a range of healthy and nutritious frozen and fresh meals delivered to your door.

Road Trauma Support

​A free and confidential counselling service and support for ​anyone affected by a road crash.

Emergency Food Relief

Our relief hub operates out of The Farm at Burnie High School.

Kidsafe child safety

Kidsafe provides child safety education, advocacy and reviews the causes and prevention of childhood injuries.

Karadi Aboriginal Corporation

**COVID-19 Update - Whilst our door may be locked we are still operating and seeing clients by appointment, home visits, Skype and telephone.**
Karadi is an inclusive Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, providing leadership in the sector and serving Aboriginal people of our catchment and their families in achieving strong cultural identity, good health and quality of life.

Coronavirus COVID-19 Website

A central Tasmanian Government website with a range of the latest information, advice and updates for Tasmanians.

Breastfeeding Association Tasmanian Branch

The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) provides mother to mother breastfeeding support in a range of ways, one of which is via ABA membership. ABA services are all provided by volunteers in Tasmania, including our local groups where mothers can chat…

Central Highlands Community Health Centre

The Centre provides residents and visitors with the opportunity to access quality health and community services. There are a number of community services, visiting services and support groups that operate from the Centre.

Elder Abuse Helpline

**COVID-19 Update - the Helpline service is unchanged - we are here 9am-5pm Mon-Friday, except public holidays**

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, the Helpline can provide you with information and support on actions you can take to prevent and respond to the abuse.

Health and Homecare

Care Forward is a local company dedicated to helping more people live well at home across Tasmania.

Community Health and Wellbeing

** COVID-19 Update - Active4Life Gym and Walking Group programs suspended. **
Hub4Health is committed to providing and increasing access to a range of allied health care services and community development activities for rural and remote communities in NE Tasmania.

Haemophilia Support

We provide general information and support to people with haemophilia, von Willebrand disorder and other inherited bleeding disorders.

Disability and Aged Support

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

Kidney Health Support

We provide support to those who are dealing with kidney health issues.

Eating with Friends Community Lunch – Postponed until further notice

** Please check our FaceBook page to see when we commence Eating with Friends again. **

On the first Friday of the month please come and join us for a beautiful home cooked meal prepared with love and care. Meet people in your community and learn more about the activities and programs we have at Kingston Neighbourhood House.

Launceston PCYC

**COVID-19 Update - Launceston PCYC is currently closed**
PCYC is a not for profit organisation. The activities you attend at PCYC help fund the work we do with disadvantaged, disengaged and vulnerable youth.

Government Subsidised Home Support

Community Care TASMANIA provide a number of government subsidised home supports across Tasmania.

In Home Palliative Care Volunteer Support

Trained Hospice volunteers are available to support patients and families at home.

Support for Men and Boys

We support and promotes the wellbeing of men and boys in Tasmania.

The Hobart Clinic

The Hobart Clinic is an accredited hospital and Tasmania's leading private, not-for profit treatment centre for anxiety and depression, clinical mental health conditions and drug and alcohol addictions.

Heart Foundation Walking

Heart Foundation Walking aims to make regular physical activity enjoyable and easy, especially for people who are not used to being active.

Legal and Financial Assistance

Cancer Council Tasmania’s Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) aims to assist Tasmanians diagnosed with cancer when they are undergoing treatment or receiving palliative care who are experiencing financial hardship. Cancer Council also has free legal support programs currently available.

Aged and Disability Support

We provide assistance with shopping, social support, transport and activities, to eligible clients.

Community lunch program

Come along and join us at NoBucks cafe to experience exceptional hospitality, fellowship and friendship.

Disability Sport and Recreation

We provide people with physical disability the opportunity to participate in sport and recreation at a social, national or international level.

Motor Neurone Disease Support

The Motor Neurone Disease Association of Tasmania assists people living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and their carers.

What is Elder Abuse?

Older Tasmanians have the right to dignity and respect and to be able to make their own decisions. They also have the right to live in a safe environment, including aged care facilities, free from abuse.

Sport and Recreation Activities

Providing positive relationships between young people and police.

Devonport Community House

**COVID-19 Update - we are still open by appointment. Click for more information**
We provide opportunities for our community to participate in a range of educational and social activities.

The Link

The Link is a free, confidential service for young Tasmanians aged 12-25 dealing with issues such as alcohol and other drug use, pregnancy, housing, nutrition, sex, and health (just to name a few).

Child and Family Centre

Ravenswood Child Health Centre welcomes all families with children aged between birth to five years of age living in the Ravenswood area.

Vinnie’s Van – (Soup Van)

Vinnies Van provides soup, sandwiches, hot drinks, fruit, friendship, referral and support.

Social Support Groups

Dementia Australia run social support groups in locations across Tasmania.

Community Garden

Growing fresh produce in our garden for sale at low prices.

Quitline

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

Community Care

We assist people to have a more independent lifestyle through the delivery of services which are not currently being provided by family or through other community or government agencies.

Down Syndrome Support

Down Syndrome Tasmania provides support for people with Down syndrome to achieve their goals.

Respite Program

Respite care is short-term care available to a person and their care giver. Respite care provides help for carers so that they can take part in everyday activities or go on holidays while ensuring that the person receiving care is looked after, and given a break to recharge their batteries.

enableme Stroke support

enableme brings together stroke information, videos, tools and conversation with other survivors and carers.

Child Health Association Tasmania (CHAT)

** COVID-19 Update - The Child Health Association Tasmania (CHAT) are working to keep Tasmanian families connected, supported and playing. Click through for further information **

Multiple Sclerosis Support

We offer a suite of services and support to help minimise the impact of multiple sclerosis on your life and ensure your journey is not undertaken alone, while the search for a cure continues.

Relationship abuse of an intimate nature (RAIN)

RAIN provides counselling, support and advocacy for people who have or are experiencing relationship violence

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.

Healthy Kids Information

Giving children a healthy start sets them up for life! Here you will find key information about eating and physical activity for raising healthy Tasmanian kids.