Access Health and Community

26/03/2026

We had so much fun welcoming Their Majesties King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark to headspace South Melbourne! 👑💚💚💚

23/03/2026

🗓️ Mark your calendars!

We’re excited to be hosting our new series of Cultural Connections to Wellbeing workshops, in partnership with City of Boroondara.

Throughout April and May, come along to your local library and learn more about mental health and wellbeing support, and how you can connect with services in your community.

These sessions are free to attend, but bookings are essential.

🎟️ To see which libraries we’re visiting, and to book your ticket, click here: https://loom.ly/Pk7PlFw

20/03/2026

Today is International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

Racial discrimination happens when someone is treated unfairly because of their race, skin colour, ancestry, religion, nationality or ethnic background.

Everyone deserves to be treated with respect.

We can all help to by:

💡 learning about more about the impacts of racial discrimination and harmful stereotypes
💡 having open and respectful conversations
💡 celebrating diversity

At AccessHC, we’re taking a stand against racism - by taking part in the Stronger Together Against Racism Steering Committee, in partnership with Eastern Community Legal Centre.
We’re excited to work together toward a more inclusive future.

To learn more about how you can take action, or help raise awareness, visit the Fight Racism website: https://loom.ly/Z1oKRWY

20/03/2026

We're currently experiencing issues with our website. We hope to be back online as quickly as possible.

☎️ If you need to get in touch, please contact us on (03) 9810 3000.

For Urgent Care Clinic bookings and hours visit HotDoc:
📍Lilydale Medicare Urgent Care Clinic: https://loom.ly/T0axG2k
📍Richmond Urgent Care Clinic: https://loom.ly/5CzYmak

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

19/03/2026

🍎💧🪥 It’s World Oral Health Day! A great reminder to eat well, drink well and clean well for a healthy smile and body.

Did you know your mouth health has a direct impact on the rest of your body?

A happy mouth is a happy life!

🦷 Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste
🦷 Avoid sugary foods and drinks, and eat a well-balanced diet
🦷 Visit your dentist regularly

Find more helpful tips for World Oral Health Day here 👉 https://loom.ly/pLXngJk

You can also help your child to develop good oral hygiene and healthy eating habits. Check out these dental hygiene tips and some tooth-friendly snacks to try with your child at home: https://bit.ly/3VrOjp9

Oral Health Victoria

19/03/2026

Today is Close The Gap Day.

Closing the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander life expectancy gap is everyone’s business.

Together we can all build a future of inclusion and equality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

At AccessHC, we're currently involved in a truth-telling process: to recognise and understand the wrongs of the past, then take action towards equity of First Peoples.

To learn more, read the 2026 Close The Gap Report: https://loom.ly/Q7WLRdM

Centred on the interconnectedness of justice, equality, and healing, this year’s theme is Community Voices: The Pathway to Justice, Equality and Healing

18/03/2026

We were honoured to welcome Their Majesties King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark to headspace South Melbourne today! 👑

Their Majesties met with young people from our Youth Advisory Groups, as part of a fun afternoon that included art, craft, table tennis, music, and important conversations about mental health.

Young people were at the heart of the visit, and it was wonderful to have the opportunity to showcase headspace South Melbourne, and shine a light on youth mental health support.

Sincere thanks to Their Majesties and all of the young people who came along 💚

SEMPHN headspace Better Health Network Ngwala Willumbong Aboriginal Corporation South Port Community Housing Group Inc Bayside Health Alfred City Of Port Phillip Inner Eastern Local Learning and Employment Network

12/03/2026

Welcome Doctor Melissa Ang 👋 Now consulting at our Hawthorn clinic.

Dr Ang graduated from the University of Manchester and completed her early medical training in England before moving to Australia. She has a strong clinical background in women’s health and sexual health.

“My priority is to provide a safe and welcoming space for anyone to come and discuss their healthcare needs.”

Dr Ang’s special interests include:
• Women's health
• General medicine
• Family medicine
• Paediatrics
• Children's health

📆Book your appointment online today through our GP booking website: https://loom.ly/URmUpqs

11/03/2026

Your kidneys play an important role in your body. They clean your blood, create urine, and control your blood pressure. 🩸💪

2.7 million Australians are living with signs of kidney disease. That’s around 1 in 7 Australians over 18 years old.

If you are at risk of kidney disease (diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, family history) we recommend you do a Kidney Health Check with your GP. This includes a blood test, urine test, and blood pressure check.

You can help keep your kidneys healthy by staying fit and active, eating a healthy diet, staying hydrated, and monitoring your blood pressure and blood sugar.

08/03/2026

🛠️ Attention Richmond! 🛠️

Renovation works are happening at 21-31 Goodwood Street, the building where AccessHC Richmond and the Richmond Urgent Care Clinic are located.

Works are starting from today (9 March) for several months.

👩‍⚕️ It’s business as usual for AccessHC, but there may be changes to how you access your appointment.

Please go to reception via our main entry (pictured) on arrival and follow the directions of our team.

🕑 We recommend arriving 10 minutes early for your appointment if you can.

☎️ Questions? Please contact us on 9810 3000 during business hours or speak to a member of our team.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

07/03/2026

This International Women’s Day (IWD), we’re celebrating the many ways we support women in our community - from women’s health, and wellbeing to social connection.

The theme is “Give to Gain” which encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration. When women thrive, we all rise.

Programs like “Step and Connect” in the Yarra Ranges is a great example of this. These walking groups create space for women to come together, and provides an opportunity to move more in activities that are fun, inclusive, safe and social.

If you’re looking for a women’s event to attend next week we would love you to join one of our walks!

For more information visit: https://loom.ly/zMrbSvw



Mooroolbark Community House Mt Evelyn Community House and Reading Room Seville Community House Olinda Community House Inc Selby Community House Lilydale Community House

05/03/2026

📣Public Holiday Closure - Monday 9 March

Most of our sites will be closed on Monday 9 March for the public holiday and will reopen on Tuesday 10 March.

To access care during this time:
🚑 If you have a medical emergency, call Triple Zero (000) or visit the closest Emergency Department.
🏥 Our Urgent Care Clinics are open every day, including public holidays:
▪️Richmond Urgent Care Clinic- Call 8850 4190.
▪️Lilydale Medicare Urgent Care Clinic- Call 9738 8888.