We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands across which we live and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ continuing connection – both physical and spiritual – to land, sea and sky.
Engaging with consumers
We work with consumers and communities to understand local health needs and priorities, ensuring their voices help shape healthier, more accessible and equitable services.
Key highlights:
1165
+community members attended advance care planning and palliative care education activities, with 1,590 resources distributed.
1000
+new clients received care finder support to access aged care, and other community and health services.
500
+people supported through MyRecovery program for severe and complex mental health needs.
300
+people helped shape the SENSW Mental Health, Suicide Prevention and Alcohol and Other Drugs Regional Plan 2026-2031 through workshops, surveys and targeted engagement.
191
community members completed Recognise and Respond training, strengthening suicide prevention awareness and skills.
13
Cook Chill Chat programs reaching 137 participants, and 12 walking programs delivered by Healthy Cities Australia.
In 2025/26 we:
Impact in action
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Celebrating 10 years of community-led suicide prevention
For 10 years, the Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative has strengthened connection, wellbeing and hope through community-led action and partnerships.Learn more -
Improving access to healthy lifestyle programs
COORDINARE expanded access to free healthy lifestyle programs through partnerships with P4 Movement and Healthy Cities Australia.
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Bringing care and support together for the Bega Valley
The Bega Valley Care Expo connected community members with local health, aged care, disability, wellbeing and government support services in one accessible location.
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