Bendigo Community Health Services

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With more than 50 years of local health experience, Bendigo Community Health Services has a strong connection to our community. We care for everyone - no matter who you are, where you live or how much you earn. We are a not-for-profit organisation and have more than 270 staff and more than 50 services funded through various government health programs, community donations and sponsorships. We envision better health and wellbeing across generations. Our services are either free or low-cost and include:

GPs
Mental health care and counselling
Alcohol and other drugs support
Sexual health care
Refugee settlement and support
Child and family services
Bendigo Family Day Care
Podiatry
Diabetes education
Exercise physiology
Youth
Community outreach and health promotion. We are also, proudly, the lead agency for:

headspace Bendigo: https://www.facebook.com/HeadspaceBendigo
Loddon Children's Health and Wellbeing Local. Visit www.bchs.com.au for more on our services.

Sharing a great opportunity from the Department of Justice and Community Safety - info session tomorrow.
05/03/2026

Sharing a great opportunity from the Department of Justice and Community Safety - info session tomorrow.

Our friends and neighbours at ARC Justice are hosting Talking Justice on Saturday, March 21 at The Capital.The keynote s...
04/03/2026

Our friends and neighbours at ARC Justice are hosting Talking Justice on Saturday, March 21 at The Capital.

The keynote speaker is Jennifer Robinson, internationally recognised for her work on press freedom and high-profile cases including Julian Assange and Amber Heard.

The discussion, moderated by Karen Percy, will examine justice and the systems shaping life in regional Victoria.

🎟️ Tickets available here: bit.ly/talkingjustice26

📣 Got a question about Endometriosis and/or Pelvic Pain? Ask us!We're getting ready to record a podcast episode *tomorro...
02/03/2026

📣 Got a question about Endometriosis and/or Pelvic Pain? Ask us!

We're getting ready to record a podcast episode *tomorrow* about Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain with our Clinic's GP - Dr Karishma Kaur - and we want to hear from you (or your partner, parent or child - anyone who may be wondering what's what when it comes to these conditions).

Pop your question below and we'll randomly pick 5 to ask Dr Karishma. 🌸

🌳 Clean Up Australia Day is nearly here!This Sunday, March 1, is your chance to roll up those sleeves, spend some time o...
27/02/2026

🌳 Clean Up Australia Day is nearly here!

This Sunday, March 1, is your chance to roll up those sleeves, spend some time outside and meet new people, all while helping the environment.

Clean up Australia Day is a way we can keep our local parks, green spaces, streets and bushlands clean and waste free. Anyone can make an impact and take practical action to keep Australia clean.

🌏 To join a local group on Sunday visit https://tinyurl.com/2nv9hz76 for more information.

Congratulations to Tricia Crosbie - winner of the Bendigo TAFE Most Inspirational Student: Community Services.We're prou...
26/02/2026

Congratulations to Tricia Crosbie - winner of the Bendigo TAFE Most Inspirational Student: Community Services.

We're proud to sponsor the award, and thrilled to invite Tricia to experience a placement in our Alcohol and Other Drugs Wellbeing team.

Tricia will spend a week within our triage, intake, assessment, residential withdrawal, pharmacotherapy and outreach programs, and we can't wait to welcome her.

Pictured here are AOD leaders Cilla and Lisa, with Tricia (in centre) at last night's beautiful award ceremony at the All Seasons.

25/02/2026

Yesterday we taught you the butterfly hug - today we bring you some easy, grounding breathing exercises to try in times of stress - in the Karen language with English subtitles.

With thanks to our wonderful Culturally Sensitive Counselling team for the video.

24/02/2026

Have you heard of the butterfly hug?
It's a simple, effective way to bring comfort in moments of stress, worry or overwhelm.
Here, Tha Hay shows us how... in the Karen language, with English subtitles.
Learn and return to the butterfly hug whenever you need it.

23/02/2026

** Update: A new warning has been issued. Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ **

Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall

Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/

Issued at 10:32 pm EDT on Monday 23 February 2026

Where:
For people in Northern Country, North Central and parts of Central, North East, West and South Gippsland and Mallee Forecast Districts.

Locations which may be affected include Bendigo, Shepparton, Seymour, Melbourne, Traralgon, Bacchus Marsh, Frankston, Warragul, Euroa, Yarra Glen, and Mansfield.

When:
Heavy rainfall developing on Tuesday.

Situation:
Heavy rainfall which may lead to flash flooding is forecast for central areas of the state on Tuesday. The risk of heavy rainfall is possible around the western suburbs of Melbourne from Tuesday morning, before becoming more likely as it extends over the eastern suburbs and the remainder of the warning area during the afternoon and evening. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 70 mm are possible. Conditions are expected to ease during Wednesday morning.

Separate Flood Watches and/or Warnings may be current at the time of issue. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.

What you should do:
The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible.
* Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.
* Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet.
* Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Stay indoors and away from windows.
* If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live.
* Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEDT Tuesday.

More fun photos from Sunday's Spring Gully Dance, where a whopping $3,000 was raised for our Alcohol & Drugs service. Th...
23/02/2026

More fun photos from Sunday's Spring Gully Dance, where a whopping $3,000 was raised for our Alcohol & Drugs service.

This contribution will support people through some of the most challenging times of their lives. Whether someone is taking their first brave steps toward recovery, or working through the complexities of their mental health, they do so knowing their community stands behind them.

"Also, it was truly a lovely afternoon," said our Mental Health/AOD Operations Manager Cilla.

"This group is the epitome of community."

Yep, we're big fans!

This is community in action. Or, should we say, in full swing! 🎶Thank you Spring Gully Dance for the mammoth effort in r...
23/02/2026

This is community in action. Or, should we say, in full swing! 🎶

Thank you Spring Gully Dance for the mammoth effort in raising more than $3k for our alcohol and drugs services. Wow.

You have made a difference, and we are immensely grateful.

Our AOD superstars Cilla and Carlotta had a great time on Sunday scuffing up the Spring Gully Hall floors to the Family Rhythm Dance Band (and accepting the lovely donation).

Also, check out the supper! These beautiful people know how to bring a plate.

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165-171 Hargreaves Street
Bendigo, VIC
3550

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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Bendigo Community Health Services is a place you can go for health or well-being care, advice and support no matter who you are, where you live or how much you earn. We are a not-for-profit organisation in the City of Greater Bendigo and offer a range of primary and community health services, most of which are free or have minimal cost. We work with everyone but particularly those who are disadvantaged or vulnerable. Our services cover family and children, mental health, alcohol and other drugs prevention and withdrawal, refugee settlement, sexual health, women’s health, men’s health, allied health such as podiatry and diabetes. See a full list at www.bchs.com.au Bendigo Community Health Services has a team of understanding, supportive and experienced health care professionals who work in partnership with other health services across central Victoria to deliver the care you need. It can be as simple as taking that first step – speak with one of our team and together we can work on a plan to assist you to improve and manage your health and well-being.

Our vision We want: Better health and wellbeing across generations

Mission We exist: To work hand in hand with our community to achieve healthier lives

Values We strive for: Integrity We are authentic and accountable, and we honour our obligations Respect We build respectful relationships through trust, empathy and collaboration Inclusion We recognise and promote accessible, safe and holistic supports and services as basic rights Innovation Through continuous learning, we ensure an agile, responsive and sustainable service Togetherness We create a sense of connectedness, pride and support through enjoying our work and being passionate about making a difference