Disability Liaison Officer Program

What we do

Disability Liaison Officers advocate for people with a disability within the health system.

We aim to improve access to health care and Disability Support Services by working with Healthcare Teams to ensure safe, accessible and inclusive care for people with disability.

Disability Liaison Officer can help you to access:

COVID-19 vaccination
Health Services
Plan for a stay in hospital for any reason
Provide education and promote disability awareness throughout the Health Service
Support with blood tests
Access to sensory equipment if required

Referrals

Anyone can make a referral to our service including yourself, your family and carers.
You need to agree to the referral.
You may be referred by your disability providers, support coordinators or health professionals.

Please contact

Kerrie – 0434 363 167

Email: [email protected]

When to contact us

If you have questions about disability and access to healthcare at Kyabram District Health Service.
If you have questions about how to access COVID-19 information, testing or vaccinations.
If you have any suggestions to make Kyabram District Health Service more accessible to everyone.

Cost

There is no cost for this service.

Resources

State Disability Plan- Click here

Women with Disabilities Victoria- Click here

KDHS Disability Access and Inclusion Plan – Click here

KDHS Diversity Action Plan – Click here

International Day of People with Disability

Every year on 3 December, people around the world take part in International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD). In Australia, it’s a day to promote awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability.