The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) brings the skills and knowledge of five Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations together to improve the lives of our people.
SAWCAN was established in 2020 as a partnership consisting of five Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) on the Eyre Peninsula and Far West Coast of South Australia.
The ACCHOs include:
- Nunyara Aboriginal Health Service in Whyalla
- Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service in Port Lincoln
- Yadu Health Aboriginal Corporation in Ceduna
- Tullawon Health Service in Yalata
- Oak Valley Health Service in Oak Valley
Together, the five partner ACCHOs provide comprehensive primary health care to approximately 5,500 Aboriginal people in a region spanning 1,300 kilometres from Whyalla to the border of Western Australia.
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Tackling Indigenous Smoking
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Australia’s Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program is a community-led program that aims to improve the health of our people by inspiring all of us to quit or cut down on smokes and vapes. Smoking is a significant health issue within these communities, contributing to various chronic diseases and a reduced life expectancy.
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Thinking about changing your smoking or vaping story?
Your local ACCHO can offer group yarning sessions for Mob and families who want to learn more and talk through options.
Led by your local Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) team, these sessions are about education, shared learning and support.
Together, you can yarn about what matters to you, understand learned behaviours and cravings, explore supports available in your community and think through goals or next steps if and when you’re ready.
The Quit Plan is a booklet that can be used to support these yarns – helping you reflect on your “why”, plan for challenges and keep track of what works for you.
If you would like to know more or get a copy of the Quit Plan, have a yarn with your local ACCHO TIS team.
Puyu Wiya — for your health, family and community.
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Your local ACCHO is here to support Mob on their aged care journey, helping you access the services you choose with confidence, choice and cultural safety.
The Elder Care Support team can assist you with:
• Registering for aged care
• Applying for an assessment
• Accompanying you to your assessment and providing support
• Finding a suitable and culturally appropriate service provider
• Advocating on your behalf
• Ensuring service providers deliver culturally safe care
For guidance and support, you can have a yarn with the Elder Care Support team at your local ACCHO.
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In many of our communities, we look out for one another – especially when someone is going through a hard time.
Sometimes cancer isn’t spoken about directly. It might be called the big ‘C’. However it’s said, we know it can bring many feelings – worry, stress, sadness and a lot of questions – not just for the person going through it, but for family and loved ones too.
A simple check-in, a yarn or a message can make a real difference. It reminds mob they’re not alone.
Support is available when it’s needed – for you, or for someone you care about:
• Cancer Support Line – 13 11 20
• Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636
Your local ACCHO Social and Emotional Wellbeing team and Aboriginal Health Workers are there to yarn with you when you’re ready.
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