healthAbility

23/12/2025

✨As we wrap up 2025, we are filled with gratitude for our incredible staff who work tirelessly to bring our vision to life — a world in which everyone is thriving and well.✨

We recently celebrated another big year together at Box Hill Town Hall, where the team enjoyed Bollywood dance workshops with the high-energy crew from Bolly Bandits, before cooling off with delicious gelato from Bianco Latte Gelato Carts.

A special thank you also goes to Mullum Creations, a not-for-profit catering social enterprise that specialises in native Australian foods and supports First Nations employment and training. We are proud that our partnership with Mullum Creations for this event helps support their important ongoing work.

We look forward to welcoming 2026 and another year of positive health and wellbeing outcomes for our communities.

Wishing everyone a safe, healthy and joyful festive season.

19/12/2025

Wishing you well this season from all of us at healthAbility.

We will be closed from 1 pm on Wednesday, 24 December 2025, and reopen on Monday, 5 January 2026.

The After Hours Mental Health Nursing Service ❤️‍🩹
1300 003 509 (freecall), in-home care and CHOPER will still operate throughout the holiday season.

For a medical emergency or mental health crisis 🚑
Please call 000.

For a dental emergency 🦷
Please call The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne on 9341 1000.

For 24-hour crisis support ⏰
Please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

18/12/2025

🦷Did you know that if your child attends a government school, you are entitled to access $300* of our dental services with Smile Squad?

This includes: examination, x-rays, fluoride application and professional clean. Get in touch with your school today and ask about Smile Squad.

Smile Squad is a Victorian Government initiative providing free dental care to students in government primary, secondary and specialist schools. Services are delivered on-site at school during school hours, with follow-up care available at our healthAbility Box Hill or Eltham clinics if needed.

✨ What Smile Squad offers:
✔ FREE dental treatment
✔ FREE oral health packs with toothbrushes, toothpaste and healthy smile tips
✔ FREE custom mouthguards (eligibility criteria apply)
* Smile Squad is funded per item and can vary depending on treatment, but a standard visit is valued at around $300 per child.

Government schools can get in touch with us today to sign up.

📞 Phone: 9430 9100
📧 Email: smilesquad@healthability.org.au

17/12/2025

We will be temporarily closed from 12 pm on Thursday, 18 December. We will reopen on Friday, 19 December.

🔸The After Hours Mental Health Nursing Service 1300 003 509 (freecall), in-home care, and CHOPER will remain open.
🔸For a medical emergency or mental health crisis, please call 000.
🔸For a dental emergency, please call The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne on 9341 1000.
🔸For 24-hour crisis support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

16/12/2025

Our hearts are with everyone affected by the tragic incident at Bondi Beach.

Times like this remind us of the importance of coming together with compassion, kindness and understanding, so everyone in our community feels safe and supported.

Our After-Hours Mental Health Nursing Service (AHMHNS) provides professional mental health support outside standard business hours for people experiencing distress or needing extra care. The service is available to support individuals and families during this time.

📞 After-Hours Mental Health Nursing Service (AHMHNS)
Call 1300 003 509 6pm-11pm on weekdays, and 2pm-7pm on weekends and public holidays.

For immediate emotional support at any time, Lifeline is available 24/7:
📞 13 11 14 | 🌐 https://bit.ly/49j7VkT

09/12/2025

07/12/2025

On Tuesday, 9th December, the Victorian government will deliver a historic apology to First Peoples. We recognise this as a key recommendation from the Yoorrook Justice Commission, and a significant step forward in truth and healing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Victoria.

You can join us on the day – or register to watch the livestream here: https://bit.ly/3KOvPMF
https://bit.ly/4pZRZKZ

Truth and Treaty go hand in hand.

05/12/2025

We're proud to be involved in Whitehorse City Council’s 16 Days of Activism campaign, featuring community members and representatives from local organisations talking about what respect and healthy masculinity looks like, and how we are advancing prevention and gender equality initiatives to build respect and equality in our community.

Thank you to Baby Makes 3 Facilitator Sebastian, healthAbility Men's Shed member Bruce, and Baby Makes 3 Antenatal Lead Julia for taking part and sharing your voices and personal reflections in this important discussion.

Community Voices Videos:

We all have a role to play in building safer, more respectful communities. Hear from local Whitehorse residents on what respects means to them and how they s...

28/11/2025

We’re thrilled to see the garden at our Eltham site back in bloom! Together with Edendale Community Environment Farm, Open House and Nillumbik Reconciliation Group we’re growing an Indigenous garden in the spirit of Reconciliation. An incredible group of young volunteers helped us to plant these seeds, and we had a whole bunch of fun in the process. We can’t wait to watch this garden grow. If you’d like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you!

25/11/2025

Today marks the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. We stand with Respect Victoria in calling for a safer, more respectful community for everyone. 💜

Learn more and get involved: https://bit.ly/4pyXiAQ

If you’re local to Nillumbik, you can join tomorrow’s “It’s In The Bag” Packing Party with Nillumbik Council, a community event supporting women and girls in need:

Event info: https://www.nillumbikyouth.vic.gov.au/Events/Packing-Party
Register: https://events.humanitix.com/share-the-dignity-packing-party

14/11/2025

Join us for our Healthy Ageing Future Planning event, a relaxed and informative session designed to help you or your loved ones stay well, independent, and supported as you age. 🌿✨

Hear from:

• Robyn (PrimeCare) – practical tips on proactive financial planning and navigating aged care with confidence

• Jess (Elder Rights Australia) – how their free, confidential service supports and protects older Victorians

• Our Support at Home team – local services that help you live well at home

Enjoy light afternoon tea, time for questions, and the chance to connect with others in our community.

📍 Wednesday 19 November
Wominjeka Room, healthAbility Eltham
917 Main Road, Eltham

📩 RSVP by 18 November
Email: socialactivities@healthability.org.au
Call: (03) 9430 9125

More info: https://bit.ly/3RLXpLq