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- Planning and coordinating healthcare
Learn how to plan and coordinate your own healthcare, and to make the plan that best suits you.
- Healthcare and support at home
Home care services are available for people recovering from illness or surgery, frail older people, the elderly and people with disabilities.
- What is telehealth
Virtual care (otherwise known as telehealth) allows consumers and patients to access health care closer to home or in the home. Virtual care can involve both phone and video consultations.
- Second opinions
You have the right to ask a doctor for a second opinion if you are unsure about your doctor's suggested medical treatment or a diagnosis.
- Making healthcare decisions for someone else
Family members may be involved in making healthcare decisions for you if you are unable to make decisions and it is not a medical emergency.
- Healthcare system in Victoria
The Victorian healthcare system comprises a wide range of health professionals working alongside one another to provide medical and health services.
- Healthcare and support in the community
There is a range of community health services and supports available for people with disabilities and the elderly still living independently at home.
- Who's who in your healthcare team
Your healthcare team may include a doctor, dentist, pharmacist, medical specialists, allied health professionals and complementary medicine practitioners.
- Support groups
Support groups offer valuable advice and support and give you the chance to share information with others in a similar situation to you.
- Aids and equipment at home
Disability aids and equipment such as wheelchairs, walking frames and braces can help people with disabilities and the elderly gain more independence.