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Learn how to plan and coordinate your own healthcare, and to make the plan that best suits you.

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.

Home care services are available for people recovering from illness or surgery, frail older people, the elderly and people with disabilities.

The Victorian healthcare system comprises a wide range of health professionals working alongside one another to provide medical and health services.

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.

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.

There is a range of community health services and supports available for people with disabilities and the elderly still living independently at home.

Support groups offer valuable advice and support and give you the chance to share information with others in a similar situation to you.

Disability aids and equipment such as wheelchairs, walking frames and braces can help people with disabilities and the elderly gain more independence.

Your healthcare team may include a doctor, dentist, pharmacist, medical specialists, allied health professionals and complementary medicine practitioners.