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  1. Colin's story about his son John

    Major trauma services

  2. Colleagues, employees and mental health in the workplace

    If you are concerned that a fellow worker has a mental health issue, communicate with them to see if you can help or speak to someone more senior who can provide assistance.

  3. Communication and speech support

    There are many disability supports available for people with a sight, hearing, speech or other communication difficulty.

  4. Communication in hospital

    There is a range of support to help you communicate with your doctor and hospital to get the services you need, from interpreters to special food and emotional support.

  5. Community services

    Community services offer information, advice, practical support, financial help or a combination of services.

  6. Community transport providers

    Victorians who need help to get to a medical appointment, but don’t need medical supervision or care during their travel, may be eligible for community-based transport.

  7. Complaints about family, child and relationship services

    Find advice for the circumstances under which you can complain, tips for making the complaint and to whom you can address your complaint.

  8. Confidentiality and privacy in healthcare

    There are laws that set out how healthcare professionals can collect and store your health information and when they are allowed to share it.

  9. Convalescence

    During convalescence, it may be beneficial to set goals for each day which will aid in your recovery.

  10. Coordinating hospital appointments

    Coordinating your hospital appointments well will ensure the process of diagnosing, treating and recovering from or living with medical issues runs as smoothly as possible.