Colac Area Health

Colac Area Health Colac Area Health meets the needs of more than 30,000 people in the Corangamite, Colac Otway, and Surrounds.

Colac Area Health's acute care services consists of a range of inpatient services including medical, surgical, haemodialysis and maternity. We provide an extensive range of surgical procedures to the local community and surrounding districts, including general, obstetric, endoscopic, orthopaedic, urological, gynaecological, ophthalmic and dental procedures. Colac Area Health also provides community services to help address alcohol and other drug problems, homelessness, transitional housing, women’s health, family support, youth development and children’s resources. Specialist counselling is available for family violence, financial difficulties, child and youth issues. Our allied health services include dental, rehabilitation, nutrition, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry, speech pathology health promotion activities. The community nursing team provides home-based health care to support people to stay healthy in the community. Corangamarah is an accredited public sector high level residential aged care service. It is a modern, safe and friendly environment with registered and enrolled nurses and lifestyle workers to aid participation in a wide range of inspiring activities.

Have your say on the future of affordable housing in Colac! Deakin University’s HOME Research Centre is inviting local r...
18/02/2026

Have your say on the future of affordable housing in Colac!

Deakin University’s HOME Research Centre is inviting local residents and key workers to complete a 10-minute online survey about housing and community wellbeing.

Results will inform the Colac Otway Adaptable Precincts Project, part of the Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program.

Take part here: https://researchsurveys.deakin.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_eXa9Dn0nekjijBQ

Please join the Colac Area Health Foundation at our premier fundraising event, Colac’s Longest Lunch, proudly hosted by ...
18/02/2026

Please join the Colac Area Health Foundation at our premier fundraising event, Colac’s Longest Lunch, proudly hosted by Lake View Cafe Colac.

📅 Friday 27 March
⏰ 11.30am – 2.30pm

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon featuring three delicious courses, with complimentary white wine on each table to share. Additional drinks will be available for purchase at the bar.

🎟 $95 per person

We’re pleased to announce that our seating arrangements will be slightly different this year. We’re running our tables along the side of the venue and into the Botanic Garden. Our patrons will be pleased we’re avoiding the dodgy slope!

It’s time to dress up, throw on your favourite summer hat and celebrate in style with friends, food, live music and a beautiful lakeside setting.

Funds raised support the Colac Area Health Foundation to purchase essential medical equipment not otherwise funded through government programs, and to progress a major new initiative, the Colac Area Health Wellbeing Centre, designed to support expanded healthcare services and community wellbeing.

Tickets available now https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1527911

16/02/2026

The Health Promotion Team at Colac Area Health worked with women from diverse backgrounds to create simple, easy to follow exercises that help members of our community stay active. 🙌

Be a comforting presence when it matters most 💙Our Community Palliative Care Volunteer Program is looking for compassion...
09/02/2026

Be a comforting presence when it matters most 💙

Our Community Palliative Care Volunteer Program is looking for compassionate people to support those facing end of life in our community.

As a volunteer, you might share a cup of tea and a chat, enjoy a meal together, help create a memory book, or simply sit and listen. These small moments create profound comfort and connection during life's most tender season.

What's involved:
• Visiting community members in their homes
• Sharing time, conversation, and companionship
• Helping with memory projects or simple activities
• Monthly team meetings (first Monday at 3pm) for support and debriefs
• Contributing to our annual "A Time To Remember" event each December

Full training is provided – you'll be supported every step of the way by our team.

This is meaningful work that asks for presence, not perfection. If you have a listening heart and the gift of time to share, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Find out more and apply: https://cah.vic.gov.au/services/volunteers-2/

Severe weather events such as drought, bushfire and flood triggers huge distress on finances and workload that impacts o...
06/02/2026

Severe weather events such as drought, bushfire and flood triggers huge distress on finances and workload that impacts on the wellbeing of you and your family.

We’ve gathered a range of services and information in one place to make it easier to access the help you need.

🔥For the latest VicEmergency community update please click here:
VicEmergency update (30/01/202https://cah.vic.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/29-1-2026-Otway-Complex-Fires-Community-Information-Newsletter-13-FINAL-Approved.pdf

⛈️For Severe Weather Support Resources please click here:
https://cah.vic.gov.au/news_events/severeweather-resources/

Health Alert ⚠️There is an ongoing outbreak of measles in Victoria and overseas. Vaccination is the best way to protect ...
04/02/2026

Health Alert ⚠️

There is an ongoing outbreak of measles in Victoria and overseas. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others. Two doses of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is required for protection.

No Medicare card is required to get a free state-funded MMR vaccine.

If you haven’t had two doses, or you don’t know, get vaccinated.

For more information on how to protect yourself and others, go to:
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatment

Feed community spirit every Friday! 🍽️Join the team behind Birregurra's beloved Lunch Program at the health centre – whe...
02/02/2026

Feed community spirit every Friday! 🍽️

Join the team behind Birregurra's beloved Lunch Program at the health centre – where good food brings great company and every meal matters.

We're looking for volunteers to help with:
• Cooking
• Kitchen support
• Pack-up crew

This is a rotating roster, so you won't be needed every Friday – just when it suits you! It's the perfect way to give back, meet wonderful people, and be part of something that truly nourishes our community.

If you love the buzz of a kitchen, the warmth of community connection, and leaving people with full hearts (and bellies), we'd love to have you on board.

Find out more and apply: https://cah.vic.gov.au/services/volunteers-2/

CONNECT is a trauma-informed therapeutic program that focuses on strengthening the relationship between a mother/carer a...
01/02/2026

CONNECT is a trauma-informed therapeutic program that focuses on strengthening the relationship between a mother/carer and her children following the impacts of family violence.

CONNECT works with the core assumption that strengthening a child’s protective relationships will support the child’s recovery from trauma. Play, craft, music, relational games and education provide resources and practical skills for mothers/carers and their children and support families recovering from family violence.

Over 14 weeks, group and family sessions will be delivered for 2 hours weekly.

Connect is suitable for mothers/carers and children who have experienced family violence where:
🟢At least one child is aged 7-11 years.
🟢The relationship between the mother/carer and children has been impacted by family violence.
🟢Mothers/carer and children are living with a level of safety and stability.
🟢Mothers/carers have a level of self-regulation and external supports that enable them to safely engage
in the program.
🟢The family is able to commit to attending all sessions of the program, except where unforeseeable circumstances occur.

Connect will run on a Tuesday from 12.45pm-2.45pm for 14 weeks beginnings late March 2026.

🟢 Meet & Greet: Tuesday 24 March, 10 week program starts: Tuesday 31 March, between 12:45 - 2:45pm.

🟢Where: Colac Area Health, 2-28 Connor St Colac

More information:
Please contact Tracey on 5232 5100 or 0499 323 782.

CONNECT is a joint initiative of The Sexual Assault & Family Violence Centre and Colac Area Health,

❤️ RedFeb starts today!Did you know??❤️ Every 30 minutes, 1 Australian dies of heart disease❤️Every 9 minutes, 1 Austral...
31/01/2026

❤️ RedFeb starts today!

Did you know??
❤️ Every 30 minutes, 1 Australian dies of heart disease
❤️Every 9 minutes, 1 Australian suffers a heart attack
❤️ 1.3 million Australians are living with cardiovascular disease.

RedFeb is an opportunity to reflect on how we can look after our hearts. Throughout February, we will be sharing tips on how to look after your heart.

Heart disease affects many individuals and families. This RedFeb, we encourage everyone to learn more about heart health, know the signs, and seek support early.

31/01/2026

🔥 During these challenging bushfire conditions, emergency services may be under pressure and access to in‑person care can be limited.

If you need urgent medical advice for a non‑life‑threatening condition and can’t get to care, VVED is here to help.

Our emergency doctors and nurses are available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in Victoria.

If it is safe to do so, stay home and avoid unnecessary travel; access care from wherever you are.

Use VVED for non‑life‑threatening emergencies only; if your situation is life‑threatening, please call Triple Zero (000).

👉Register now so you are ready if you need it: www.vved.au

30/01/2026

🙌Thinking of volunteering in 2026?🙌

Volunteering is one of the most rewarding ways to build meaningful connections, combat loneliness, and make a real difference in your community.

We're looking for wonderful people to join our volunteer team in roles including:

🔵Cooks & Kitchen Hands in the Birregurra Friday Lunch Program
🔵Social Activity Support at Miller House
🔵Aged Care Lifestyle Volunteers (Mondays)
🔵Car Washing
🔵Art Cart for our Aged Care residents
🔵Social Visiting in our Do Care program
🔵Community Palliative Care Volunteers

Whether you have a few hours a week or can commit to regular shifts, there's a role that's right for you.

Ready to make 2026 your year of connection and purpose? Find out more and apply: https://cah.vic.gov.au/services/volunteers-2/

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2-28 Connor Street
Colac, VIC
3250

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Accessible and integrated health care

Colac Area Health meets the needs of more than 30,000 people in the Corangamite, Colac Otway, and Surf Coast Shires.

It is a unique, integrated health service encompassing Aged Care, Hospital Care, Community Care and many other services.

Colac Area Health encourages consumer participation at all levels of the health service. Our consumer groups aim to inform and shape healthcare services that reflect current and future community needs.