Resources & Links
Ageing & Health
Trusted resources for information on age related health matters.
Dementia Support Australia
Offers free, evidence-based support nationwide, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
24-hour help 1800 699 799
Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre (University of Tasmania)
The Wicking Centre is at forefront of research and support for issues confronting people with dementia and their carers. They offer free online courses suitable for everyone, including carers and health professionals.
Dementia Training Australia
Free education & training for all individuals, carers and health professionals. Their podcast is also excellent!
Service Directory
Services providers we have had positive experiences with.
My Health Record
Avant Insurance
Meditrax
PACCS
FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES:
Dial 000 or present immediately to your nearest hospital emergency department
AFTER HOURS & URGENT CARE:
If you need medical help when our clinic is closed or unavailable,
the following services operate in the Illawarra region and can provide support.
Wollongong Radio Doctor
Phone: 02 4228 5522
Bulk-billed after-hours home visits from Scarborough to Shell Cove.
Hours: Weeknights 6pm-6am, Sat: 12pm onwards.
Sundays and public-holidays: all day & night.
radiodoctor.com.au
enquiries@radiodoctor.com.au.
Aged Care Outreach Service (ACOS)
Phone: 02 4253 4269
A medical and nursing team that attends aged care facilities across the Illawarra.
Nursing staff can refer residents directly.
Hours: 8 am to 8 pm, seven days a week.
Email: ISLHD-AgedCareOutreach@health.nsw.gov.au
My Emergency Doctor
Phone: 1800 123 633
Online access to senior emergency medical doctors by phone or video, 24/7.
Web: www.myemergencydr.com
Healthdirect Helpline
Phone: 1800 022 222
Registered nurses are available 24/7 to provide free health advice.
(call charges may apply from mobiles).
Web: healthdirect.gov.au