The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) brings the skills and knowledge of five Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations together to improve the lives of our people.
SAWCAN was established in 2020 as a partnership consisting of five Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) on the Eyre Peninsula and Far West Coast of South Australia.
The ACCHOs include:
- Nunyara Aboriginal Health Service in Whyalla
- Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service in Port Lincoln
- Yadu Health Aboriginal Corporation in Ceduna
- Tullawon Health Service in Yalata
- Oak Valley Health Service in Oak Valley
Together, the five partner ACCHOs provide comprehensive primary health care to approximately 5,500 Aboriginal people in a region spanning 1,300 kilometres from Whyalla to the border of Western Australia.
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Tackling Indigenous Smoking
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Australia’s Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program is a community-led program that aims to improve the health of our people by inspiring all of us to quit or cut down on smokes and vapes. Smoking is a significant health issue within these communities, contributing to various chronic diseases and a reduced life expectancy.
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Men’s Health Week 2025 | June 9–15
Let’s be honest fellas… most of us will talk footy for hours and argue over who’s the best player.
But when it comes to how we are really feeling? We sometimes go a bit… quiet.
This Men’s Health Week, let’s change that.
🖤 There’s no shame in talking it out.
💛 Your mental health matters.
❤️ You do not have to go it alone.
Yarn with family, your health worker, nurse, doctor or someone you trust.
Or call 13YARN (13 92 76) 24/7 to yarn with someone who gets it.
If you are between 12-25, check out Yarn Safe by Headspace – made for mob, by mob.
Because looking after yourself is strong, not soft.
🎥 Watch the video below.
Real strength? Starts with a yarn. 💬💪
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Yesterday marked the first day of a two-day Elder Care Support (ECS) workforce training in Port Lincoln, led by Elder and Disability Lead, Phil. With teams from across the region coming together, it was a fantastic opportunity to share ideas, celebrate wins and work through challenges in a supportive space.
The training is designed to strengthen the collective knowledge and skills of the workforce in the following areas:
✅ Roles and responsibilities
✅ ECS program fundamentals
✅ Reporting and the MAC Portal
✅ Understanding the new Aged Care Act
✅ The single assessment process
✅ First Nations Assessment Organisations
…and so much more.
At its core, the Elder Care Support Program is focused on improving access to aged care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, ensuring more Elders receive care on Country and in culturally safe ways. ECS Coordinators and Connectors play a vital role in supporting and advocating for Elders and their families as they navigate My Aged Care, whether receiving care at home or in residential settings.
Big thanks to everyone who joined us, your dedication is what makes this work meaningful.
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Did you see this drop for World No Tobacco Day?
We launched this new animation on 31 May to get the yarn started about smoking, vaping and taking small steps to change your story.
In the video, a young Aboriginal girl is offered a vape. One puff leads to a bigger struggle — but she finds her strength, makes a choice and changes her story.
Whether it’s on the netball court, at school, or just out with mates — our young ones deserve to breathe easy and live strong.
There’s always a way forward. One step, one choice at a time.
Your local Aboriginal health service is here to support you and your family—with yarns, tools and encouragement to help you quit or stay smoke and vape-free.
Ready to change your story and take the first step towards quitting?
Visit your local ACCHO clinic or call the Aboriginal Quitline on 13 78 48.
Puyu Wiya – for your health, family and community.
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