A new era for North Richmond Medically Supervised Injecting Room

North Richmond Health Partners has welcomed the State Government’s decision to appoint it as operator of the North Richmond Medically Supervised Injecting Room from 1 July 2024, saying it signals a new era for Victoria’s first supervised injecting facility.   A new health partnership, North Richmond Health Partners is made up of four longstanding, trusted … Continued

AccessHC and Inspiro Potential Merger Announcement

17 April 2024 Access Health and Community (AccessHC) and Inspiro are exploring a potential merger of our two community health organisations.   We are pleased to share this update and believe that a merger will be a significant and positive step for the delivery of services to our communities across the East, North and Northeast of … Continued

Merger update from AccessHC and Inspiro – August 2024

21 August 2024   Earlier this year, Access Health and Community (AccessHC) and Inspiro announced a potential merger of the two community health organisations.   We are pleased to share that, after having completed due diligence, the Boards of AccessHC and Inspiro have agreed that coming together as one entity would be beneficial for both organisations and … Continued

Have Your Say survey 2023

What did you say about Access Health and Community (AccessHC)?  We asked you in our first annual Have Your Say Survey.  You rated on average 7.6 out of 10 how likely you are to recommend AccessHC to your family and friends.  And 77% of you described us as:  friendly caring supportive knowledgeable. This is wonderful to … Continued

Stuffed capsicum recipe

Try out this colourful stuffed capsicum recipe Recipe adapted from Taste. General healthy eating advice only. For individual, expert nutrition advice or recipe tips, book an appointment with a dietitian at Access Health and Community. Call 9810 3000 to make a booking. Timing and servings Cooking time: 60 minutes (10 mins preparation time) Serves 4 … Continued

San choy bow recipe

Try out this delicious san choy bow recipe Recipe adapted from Healthy food guide.  General healthy eating advice only. For individual, expert nutrition advice or recipe tips, book an appointment with a dietitian at Access Health and Community. Call 9810 3000 to make a booking. Timing and servings Cooking time: 10 minutes (15 mins preparation … Continued

Beetroot feta burger recipe

Try out this delicious beetroot feta burger recipe Recipe adapted from Healthy food guide.  General healthy eating advice only. For individual, expert nutrition advice or recipe tips, book an appointment with a dietitian at Access Health and Community. Call 9810 3000 to make a booking. Timing and servings Cooking time: 25 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients … Continued

Apple, cinnamon and walnut fritters

Try out this delicious apple cinnamon and walnut fritters recipe Recipe adapted from Glycaemic Index Foundation. General healthy eating advice only. For individual, expert nutrition advice or recipe tips, book an appointment with a dietitian at Access Health and Community. Call 9810 3000 to make a booking. Timing and servings Cooking time: 25 minutes (10 minutes … Continued

AccessHC Community Engagement Framework

In our 2022-25 strategic plan, AccessHC committed to make it easier for people to access our services by removing barriers to people connecting with us. To do so, we would transform how we work with our consumers, carers and communities. That’s why we have created a Community Engagement Framework to listen to, learn from and … Continued

AccessHC Voice to Parliament position statement

Access Health and Community’s position on the Voice to Parliament is one of support. June 2023 Read our position statement below: Access Health and Community supports the call for Voice, Treaty, Truth and sees the Indigenous Voice to Parliament as an important first step towards Reconciliation in Australia. We commit to listening to our local … Continued

Mushroom shakshuka recipe

Enjoy this easy, delicious mushroom and egg dish packed with winter vegetables – perfect for any time of the day! Recipe adapted from Dietitian Australia. General healthy eating advice only. For individual, expert nutrition advice or recipe tips, please make sure to book an appointment with a dietitian at Access Health and Community. Call 9810 … Continued

Teriyaki tofu and broccoli stir fry recipe

Enjoy this quick, nourishing vegetarian teriyaki tofu and broccoli stir-fry – ready in 25 minutes! Recipe adapted from Healthy Food Guide. General healthy eating advice only. For individual, expert nutrition advice or recipe tips, please make sure to book an appointment with a dietitian at Access Health and Community. Call 9810 3000 to make a … Continued

Pork meatballs recipe

Learn how to make delicious pork meatballs using this recipe. A delicious meatball recipe that can be enjoyed in many ways! Recipe adapted from Baker Institute. General healthy eating advice only. For individual, expert nutrition advice or recipe tips, please make sure to book an appointment with a dietitian at Access Health and Community. Call … Continued

Our commitment to Reconciliation

Access Health and Community is committed to reconciliation At AccessHC, we work to play our part in collectively building relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and futures.  Acknowledging NAIDOC Week  We encourage everyone to celebrate NAIDOC Week this year from 7 July to 14 July.  It is a time … Continued

Consumer Outcomes Survey

We want to know that we are making a difference in your life and the communities we serve.   That’s why we’d like you to complete this survey. It takes about five minutes and all responses are anonymous.   Your responses will not impact the care you receive at AccessHC.   We may ask you to complete this … Continued