The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) is a collaborative network of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations serving communities across the Eyre and Far West Coast of South Australia. SAWCAN supports members to share knowledge, strengthen collaboration and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities.
The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) was established in 2020 by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) across the Eyre and Far West Coast of South Australia to strengthen regional collaboration and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities.
SAWCAN provides a forum for ACCHOs to work together, share knowledge and expertise, build capability, coordinate regional initiatives, and advocate on matters of shared importance.
Guided by the priorities identified collectively by its member ACCHOs, SAWCAN supports collaborative initiatives across a region spanning approximately 1,300 kilometres from Whyalla to the Western Australian border.
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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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ACCHOs across the region have always worked together to care for Mob.
But leaders knew services would be stronger with a formal regional partnership, where ACCHOs could share knowledge, strengthen programs and support each other.
So in 2020, ACCHOs acted.
They formalised that approach, creating a regional model built by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations – for Aboriginal communities.
That regional partnership is SAWCAN.
Led by ACCHOs.
Not government.
A partnership built by community, for community.
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Diphtheria is a serious but preventable disease.
It spreads through coughing and sneezing and can cause severe illness if not treated.
Vaccination is safe and effective, and staying up to date helps protect individuals, families, and communities.
If unsure about your immunisation status, yarn with your local health service or ACCHO about staying up to date.
Prevention supports strong community health.
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Talking about how you feel can really help with your wellbeing.
It’s not always easy to open up, but your voice matters and you deserve to be heard.
Having a yarn with someone you trust family, a mate, or a health worker, can be a good place to start.
Support is there through your local ACCHO whenever you need it.
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