Health-related support organisations and information resources
Australians are well serviced with a large number of special care and information providers, and support groups.
Support organisations range from small local, community-based self-help groups to large, nation-wide networks that have an impact on decision-making about resource allocation and health service provision for their constituents. In addition to support and fellowship for their members, these organisations may focus on public relations - improving awareness about a particular condition or group of illnesses; fundraising for research; consumer advocacy; referral services; networking services; education of members, the general public and professionals; government liaison; equal opportunity matters; accessibility issues relevant to their members; employment opportunities for members; the provision of accommodation, residential and non-residential care for members, and respite services for carers.
Health-related support organisations can participate in this category free.
This category also features information services provided by educational, public, private and not-for-profit organisations.
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Autism Victoria Inc.
Glen Iris, VIC 3146
Autism Victoria is a member-based not for profit organization. We are the peak body for Autism Spectrum Disorders in the state of Victoria. Our aim is to improve the quality of life for people affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders, their family and carers. We also provide a range of services to individuals and agencies with an interest in Autism Spectrum Disorders, including Asperger Syndrome and PDD-NOS. Services for members include a quarterly magazine, library and counselling service. We have printed information packages and an informative website.
Diabetes Australia
Canberra, ACT 2600
Diabetes Australia is the national peak body for diabetes in Australia, representing people living with diabetes and their carers.Diabetes Australia is a federation of 12 consumer, health professional and research organisations. It administers the National Diabetes Services Scheme that provides practical assistance, information and subsidised products to over 800,000 Australians with diabetes.
Cancer Council Australia
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
As the peak non-government cancer control organisation, Cancer Council Australia advises governments and others on practices and policies to help prevent, detect and treat cancer and advocates for the rights of cancer patients to best treatment and care. Nationally Cancer Councils undertake/fund cancer research, prevention and support programs.Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20 (local call cost)
Carers Group
Banksia Service for Seniors, Brotherhood Community Nexus
Brotherhood of St Laurence
(2 locations)
Frankston, VIC 3199
Carers Group is held on the 4th Thursday of each month, 10.30-12.30pm. Its purpose is to provide education, support and socialisation for carers. Banksia Services for Seniors operates from two sites, Frankston and Carrum Downs. It is an umbrella organisation for four separate Day Centres for people with and without memory loss, occasional overnight respite, host-home and in-home respite programs.The Stroke Association of Victoria Inc
Melbourne, VIC 3000
The Stroke Association of Victoria Inc (SAV) is a not-for-profit organisation that provides Peer Support to Stroke Survivors and heir families; information for people affected by stroke, and the general community seeking information on Stroke and Recovery Journey. The association's website contains a range of resources and information about membership, services, peer support and support groups.The Harvard Medical School Guide to Healing your Sinuses
A Book by Ralph Metson M.D., Clinical Professor, Harward Medical School
with Steve Mardon
Hepatitis C Council of NSW
www.hepatitisc.org.au
DARLINGHURST, NSW 1300
The Hep C Council of NSW provides a wide range of hep C related information. We distribute hardcopy info booklets and brochures across NSW. We have developed a detailed pack of over 40 different hep C factsheets. We publish Australia's most widely read quarterly hep C magazine, The Hep C Review. We maintain a comprehensive website that enables freely downloadable copies of all our resources.
The Scleroderma Association of Queensland Inc.
Brisbane, QLD 4122
A not-for-profit organisation that aims to disseminate information and provide support for people affected by Scleroderma, Raynauds Phenomenon, Sjogren's syndrome and other auto immune diseases. It raises funds for research, presently being carried out in Brisbane by Professor Ranjeny Thomas at Princess Alexandra Hospital. For membership information, please visit the association's website.
White Wreath Association Ltd
Browns Plains, QLD 4118
Our main aim is to raise funds for people who suffer a mental illness and who are suicidal. Suicide is common, affecting most Australian families directly or indirectly. It can strike a child, a brother, a grandparent or a co-worker. It can strike anyone from any background and at any stage of life, from childhood to old age. No community is unaffected, no school or workplace is untouched.