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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/communication-cards
The Communication Cards depict a wide range of daily activities and situations and can be used to prompt discussion, assist with directions or clarify a client's needs. The Communication Cards cover themes such as: Food, Drink, Meals, Religion, Spirituality, Medical, Health Specialists, Personal Care, Sleep, TV, Recreation, Feelings, Pain and Mobility Aids
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/complaints-under-the-racial-discrimination-act
01 May 2020... The Racial Discrimination Act makes it against the law to treat you unfairly because of your race, colour, descent, national or ethnic origin or immigrant status. This fact sheet explains when the law is used, what racial discrimination and racial hatred are, when the offensive behaviour is against the law and what you can do if you experience discrimination or racial hatred.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/coronavirus-covid-19-grief-and-trauma-support-for-those-impacted-by-covid-19-in-the-aged
01 Dec 2020... This fact sheet provides useful information about grief and trauma support services for those impacted by COVID-19 in the aged care sector. The services are available for residential aged care residents, home care recipients, their loved ones and aged care staff.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/covid-19-vaccination-pregnancy-breastfeeding-and-covid-19-vaccines
01 Aug 2021... COVID-19 can be serious for women who are pregnant. The best way to reduce your risk is to get all the COVID-19 vaccinations recommended for your age group or individual health needs. You can receive the vaccine at any stage of pregnancy.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/family-violence-and-partner-visas-factsheet
01 Jul 2022... There are some important things you can do to stay safe and ensure you have a valid visa. You can use the checklist to help as part of safety planning.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/forced-marriage-radio-play-1
01 Sep 2015... A woman who has left a forced marriage speaks to her counselor about her experience and how she was able to find help.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/getting-medical-help-when-the-doctors-clinic-is-closed-understanding-health-and-health
This chapter titled 'Getting medical help when the doctors clinic is closed' is one of 4 chapters developed with and for the Afghan community. The 4 chapters aim to: improve the health literacy of viewers, improve appropriate utilisation of health services and improve health. This particular chapter provides information on accessing after hours health care services, as well as community health services
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/getting-ready-for-school-understanding-health-and-health-services-an-afghan-community
01 Jun 2015... This chapter titled 'Getting ready for school' is one of 6 chapters developed with and for the Afghan community. The 6 chapters aim to: improve the health literacy of viewers, improve appropriate utilisation of health services and improve health. This particular chapter provides information on child health, development and child services. These include: maternal and child health services; general practice clinics; kindergartens, playgroups and mothers groups.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/getting-to-know-health-care-in-australia-a-pocket-guide-for-new-arrivals
30 Dec 2020... A short overview of Australian health services and how to access them for new arrivals in Victoria.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/grassfires-know-your-fire-risk-and-know-what-to-do-bilingual
This factsheet lists some risks and how to reduce them as well as what you need to do if a grassfire starts.
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