Local Health Services

What is a community health centre? A community health centre helps to improve or maintain the mental and physical health and wellbeing of people living in our community. Primary and Community Health (PaCH) services are located across South Western Sydney. Services include preventative health, early childhood, family care and community...

What is the Department of Veterans' Affairs? The Department of Veterans' Affairs is a government department that offers support for people who have served in defence of the nation. People eligible for support include war veterans, members of the Australian Defence Force, members of the Australian Federal Police and their...

What is a disability support service? Disability support services are services that help people with disabilities, their families and carers. The Australian government offers a range of disability support services. Private companies also offer support services.  Disability support services aid people with disabilities by connecting them with their communities and...

What is a hospital? A hospital is where you go for emergency care.  They offer treatment to patients and have specialised staff and services. In South Western Sydney, there are six public hospitals and six private hospitals. A public hospital is funded and run by the Australian federal, state and...

What is Triple I? Triple I is South Western Sydney Local Health District's (SWSLHD) centralised Community Health intake service. It offers a contact point for patients, carers, and health professionals who need to refer to Community Health Services. Triple I is open Monday to Sunday 7.00 am to 10.00 pm...

What is Urgent Care? Urgent Care is for when you need medical attention, but it’s not a life-threatening emergency and you can't see your GP. Anyone can access Urgent Care. There are Urgent Care locations across South Western Sydney. All urgent care is available 7 days a week, including public...