We offer a wide range of services for
In a recent survey, HealthWISE clients throughout the region said ‘if they needed help in the future they would feel comfortable contacting their GP for a referral to HealthWISE and would recommend HealthWISE to others’.
HealthWISE News and Events
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DROUGHT RELIEF
This service provides person-centred, psychological support and strength-based strategies for people whose lives have been directly impacted by the ongoing drought and are experiencing mild to moderate mental health symptoms.
This service is currently being offered in
Barraba, Gunnedah, Manilla, Quirindi, Tamworth and Walcha.
For a referrals to this service please
down load this form:
Referrals can be faxed to 1300 452 059 or emailed to mentalhealth@healthwisenenw.com.au
For more information, please contact HealthWISE 1800 931 540
PLEASE NOTE HEALTHWISE IS
NOT A CRISIS SERVICE
IF ANY PERSON IS AT IMMEDIATE RISK OF HARM PLEASE CALL 000
FREE Skin Checks
HealthWISE Primary Health Care Nurse Chloe Wilkin will be holding skin check clinics in Narrabri.
When: November 20 & 27 & December 4 & 11
Where: HealthWISE Narrabri, 93-95 Barwan St,
Time: Please call 6792 5514 for bookings
HealthWISE on Facebook
Like our HealthWISE page for the latest information about how we are helping to create healthier communities. Our Facebook page has all our event details, as well as offering day to day healthy tips and ideas and HealthWISE news.
November is MOvember month
Together we can make a difference for men’s health – in prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.
Riding the bumps…
Dealing with the drought.
Join HealthWISE Mental Health Clinician Leon van der Linde and HealthWISE Registered Nurse Letecia Kearney for a light lunch and a discussion about dealing with the stress of the drought.
FREE HEALTH CHECKS
Blood Pressure
Blood Glucose
Have a chat with our registered nurse about any health concerns you may have.
Where Nowendoc Community Hall
When Tuesday, 4 December
Time 10:30am – 1:30pm
Please contact Letecia Kearney to RSVP by December 3, or for more info, on 6771 1146.
Maruma-li yinarr –
To heal Aboriginal Women
Womens’ Health & Social Wellbeing program for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Women.
Join Maruma-Li Yinarr for:
– Group fitness for all levels
– Presentations on womens’ health issues – diet, movement and overall health
– Health support & assistance
– Health checks to monitor results
– A safe place to yarn- YARN UP Circle
When: Every Thursday for 5 weeks –
Nov 8, 15, 22, 29 & Dec 6
Where: Club Synergy 24/7, 106 Kable Ave, Tamworth
Time: 5:30-7pm
Cost: FREE – transport available
To become involved, contact Tara Anderson:
6766 1394 or tara.anderson@healthwisenenw.com.au
This is program worked collaboratively between HealthWISE & Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service (TAMS) & University of Newcastle Department of
Rural Health (UONDRH)
Caring About Dementia
HealthWISE New England North West with the support of Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation are pleased to bring you this series of videos, for carers of people living with dementia with some tips and hints that may help you in your very important role as a Carer.
Watch these videos at a time that suits you and return to watch them throughout your journey in caring for someone with dementia.
This program is funded by the Department of Health
If you would like any further information about any of these services or events, please call HealthWISE on 1800 931 540.
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HealthWISE is here to help you
Our purpose is to help regional communities manage their health needs by increasing access to quality services and health education.
