My Region - Goldfields
Part of the responsibility of Primary Health Networks is to identify and respond to the health needs of our community. We want to hear from you about the health issues and the availability of health services in the areas you live.
The stories, pictures and survey responses from these pages will be used to inform the planning of primary health care in your region.
My Community Directory is an online directory of health and community services. Download the Goldfields directory by clicking the image below:
Tell your story
Share your story and tell us what's happening in the Goldfields region.
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You are not alone
When someone close to us has suicidal thoughts or attempts suicide, it can be hard to respond to their needs while also looking after ourselves. SANE Australia are pleased to announce the launch of You are not alone – an online resource designed to help carers navigate this difficult time.
You are not alone was made with the help of people who have been carers – and know how tough it is. There's information covering the many stages of supporting someone who has attempted suicide, or who is at risk of doing so.
Not everyone who supports someone after a... Continue reading
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COVID 19 Direct Care Skill Set
TAFE WA are running the COVID-19 Direct Care Skill Set Course
The COVID-19 pandemic is an evolving situation which has highlighted the importance of preventing infection through strict hygiene practices and by following other health guidelines. In Western Australia, trained and skilled aged care and disability workers are in high demand now and will continue to be as we move into the recovery phase of the pandemic. There has never been a better time to ensure you have the skills needed to both protect yourself and your clients whilst providing the best care and support possible.
Course Content
You will... Continue reading
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Mental Health & Wellbeing Strategy 2019-24 Roadshow
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Where is the Blue Tank?
The blue tank is on right side of the Esperance Norseman Highway 5km north of Scadden near Thomas Road.
Due to the location and size of this water tank a local community member approached the property owner as he believed painting this tank blue was an innovative twist on the Blue Tree Project and away to promote the RUOK? message. The RUOK? message lets people know that “it’s ok not to be ok” and helps address stigma around mental health.
The Blue Tree Project began in Western Australia and encourages people to choose a dead tree that needs a “blue... Continue reading
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Men's Health Week
The 15th to the 21st of June is Men's Health Week, an important and nationally recognised event designed to provoke thought and discussion about what needs to be done to improve the wellbeing of our men and boys. Due to COVID-19 the annual Men’s Health Week Golf Day events in Kalgoorlie and Esperance have been postponed. However there are ways to join the conversation. Please see below some online events and resources:
Men’s Health Week 2020 Launch Video: https://youtu.be/2meiUFV_SIg
Suicide Prevention Australia: New Directions in Male Suicide Prevention
Date: Tuesday 16 June 2020
Time: 8.30am - 10.30amCost: Members... Continue reading
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COVID-19 highlights homelessness as more people identified through community scanning
This article by the ABC highlights some of the challenges facing homeless people and rough sleepers in Goldfields, and Bega’s efforts to help the vulnerable.
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In this Together: National Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week 2020
27 May - 3rd June
Don't miss out on key events happening this week
Click here for more information
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Angel Flight extending volunteer flights to include medical supplies
Angel Flight play a vital role in assisting rural and remote families to travel to city hospitals for non-emergency medical appointments. They have helped more than 100,000 people across Australia, of all ages and in all locations, with free volunteer flights and city ground transport, for 17 years.
Due to the increasing need to help isolated communities Angel Flight are extending their free volunteer flights to include delivery of vital medical or health supplies, and extended compassionate flights where needed.
Information can be found on their website(External link)
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Photos
Documents to download, print and share
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COVID-19 Aboriginal Communication Update_#1_14.05.2020 (264 KB) (pdf)
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Guide to Funerals and Sorry Business during COVID-19
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WAPHA Kalgoorlie Service Directory_February 2020 (432 KB) (pdf)
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Black and Yellow Emergency response poster (59.2 KB) (pdf)
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WAPHA Esperance Services Directory _ November 2019 (235 KB) (pdf)
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WAPHA Goldfields Mental Health Service Directory - Goldfields (November 2019) (516 KB) (docx)
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WAPHA Esperance Services Directory _ April 2020 (327 KB) (docx)
Who's listening
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Regional Manager– Goldfields/Country WA PHN
Phone 0429 628 435 Email sarah.brown@wapha.org.au -
Regional Coordinator/Primary Health Liaison - Goldfields/Country WA PHN
Phone 0439 276 534 Email raelene.craft@wapha.org.au -
Phone 0439 396 053 Email AshleyJane.Dow@wapha.org.au
