Yarram & District Health Service

Yarram & District Health Service We provide health and community services to the Yarram and broader district community. Visit our website for more information http://www.ydhs.com.au/

Today is World Asthma Day.And the theme for this year highlights an urgent need - everyone aged 12 and over with asthma ...
05/05/2026

Today is World Asthma Day.

And the theme for this year highlights an urgent need - everyone aged 12 and over with asthma should have access to anti-inflammatory inhalers. Because asthma isn’t just symptoms, it’s inflammation in the lungs.

Treating that inflammation – by using an anti-inflammatory reliever instead of just a blue puffer for people aged 12 and over – can help reduce the risk of serious flare-ups and asthma attacks.

You can find out more information about anti-inflammatory relievers by visiting Asthma Australia’s website at https://asthma.org.au/medicines/anti-inflammatory-relievers/

And here are some simple tips to help keep symptoms under control:

💊 Take your asthma medication as prescribed.
🍃 Know your triggers (such as cold air, smoke, dust or pollen) and try to avoid them.
🫁 Carry your reliever (puffer) with you at all times.
📄 Have an up to date Asthma Action Plan.
🩺 See your GP regularly to review your asthma management.

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Today marks the start of Heart Week, Australia’s national heart health awareness week.Heart disease remains Australia’s ...
03/05/2026

Today marks the start of Heart Week, Australia’s national heart health awareness week.

Heart disease remains Australia’s leading cause of death, with one Australian experiencing a heart attack or stroke every 4 minutes. This Heart Week, the Heart Foundation is encouraging you to take a critical step towards improving your heart health.

Follow these simple steps to help keep your heart healthy:

🫀Book in a heart health check with your local GP.
📊 Try out the Heart Foundation's Heart Age Calculator. It estimates your individual risk, based on well known risk factors like age, s*x, blood pressure and cholesterol.
🏃 Move your body daily with an easy-to-follow personal walking plan.
🥗 Eat nutritious meals, snacks and stay hydrated throughout the day.

Looking for more information? Visit the Heart Foundation’s website where you can find plenty of great resources at https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/heart-week

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May we talk?It’s a simple question and it’s one that we’re encouraging you to ask your colleagues this month.We know the...
01/05/2026

May we talk?

It’s a simple question and it’s one that we’re encouraging you to ask your colleagues this month.

We know there’s a lot going on in the world right now - from global conflicts to economic uncertainty to cost of living pressures - and for many of us, it’s taking a toll.

As we continue to go about our daily lives, we carry on with our work and often stifle the burden of how we’re feeling, particularly if we might be feeling a bit down.

Throughout the month of May, we’re working towards changing that.

If you notice changes in someone’s behaviour, or that they might be struggling, ask them if they’d like to talk.

A simple check in can make a big difference and it shows you care.

You don’t have to all the answers - sometimes listening is enough.

And for many, the chance to simply talk about how they’re feeling with someone they know can help in easing the stress of all the other pressures that may be going on in their lives.

So this month, commit to asking ‘May we talk?'

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We're hiring - Environmental Services Assistant (part-time)We’re looking for an Environmental Services Assistant to help...
30/04/2026

We're hiring - Environmental Services Assistant (part-time)

We’re looking for an Environmental Services Assistant to help keep our health service safe, clean and welcoming for our community.

You’ll provide high-quality cleaning and laundry services across our facilities, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for patients, residents and staff.

What we’re looking for:
✔ A positive attitude and a commitment to YDHS’ values
✔ The ability to follow procedures and work as part of a team
✔ A strong attention to detail and reliability

You’ll get to work as part of a supportive team all while making a real impact on patient and resident care.

To learn more, including to apply, visit https://www.ydhs.com.au/current-vacancies/

Applications close Sunday 10 May 2026.

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Apply to join Yarram and District Health Service (YDHS) as our new Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant and help enrich the l...
27/04/2026

Apply to join Yarram and District Health Service (YDHS) as our new Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant and help enrich the lives of older adults in residential aged care.

What you’ll do:
✔️ Deliver fun and meaningful activities for our aged care residents
✔️ Support older members of the community to maintain hobbies and discover new interests
✔️ Promote wellbeing and independence through personalised programs

What we’re looking for:

✅ Certificate III/IV in Leisure and Lifestyle or Aged Care (or willingness to train)
✅ Great communication and teamwork skills
✅ A passion for improving quality of life for older adults

You’ll be joining a great team that’s committed to providing high quality care and supporting older adults to live their best lives.

Applications close Sunday 10 May 2026.

For more information, including to apply, visit https://www.ydhs.com.au/current-vacancies/.

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Yarram and District Health Service is on the lookout for an experienced allied health executive to join the team.The Dir...
24/04/2026

Yarram and District Health Service is on the lookout for an experienced allied health executive to join the team.

The Director Allied Health is a strategic leadership role with real influence. You’ll be shaping contemporary, integrated models of care that respond to community need, system reform and the future of regional health. You’ll work alongside a committed executive team, lead multidisciplinary services and position allied health as a core enabler of overall health and wellbeing.

Why this role stands out:
✔ Executive-level influence with CEO and board engagement
✔ Opportunities to lead meaningful reform in a rural health setting
✔ Supportive organisational culture
✔ Chance to make a visible, lasting impact on community health outcomes

If you’re an accomplished allied health leader with a passion for service integration, workforce leadership and sustainable healthcare delivery - and you’re looking for a role where your leadership truly matters - we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, including to apply, visit https://www.ydhs.com.au/current-vacancies/

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🌟 We’re hiring – Care Partner 🌟Are you passionate about empowering older people to live well, stay independent and feel ...
19/04/2026

🌟 We’re hiring – Care Partner 🌟

Are you passionate about empowering older people to live well, stay independent and feel supported in their community?

We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive Care Partner to join our Community Care team.

In this rewarding role, you’ll work closely with clients and their families to develop tailored care plans, support access to services through My Aged Care and help people stay connected, safe and thriving in their homes.

What you’ll do:

🗣️ Build meaningful relationships with clients and their families
📋 Complete assessments and coordinate services
🗂️ Develop individualised care plans that reflect each person’s goals
💻 Support clients to navigate My Aged Care and local services
🗒️ Work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team
🫶🏻 Champion dignity, independence and person‑centred care every day

What you’ll bring:

- Experience in health, community or aged care
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
- Ability to manage a varied caseload with autonomy
- Certificate IV in Aged Care, Community Services, Disability or similar (mandatory)
- A genuine passion for supporting older people to live well.

If that sounds like you, apply today to make a meaningful difference every day.

Visit https://www.ydhs.com.au/current-vacancies/ for more information or to apply.

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Being active is not just important for your physical health, but can be great for your mental health.Get Active Victoria...
16/04/2026

Being active is not just important for your physical health, but can be great for your mental health.

Get Active Victoria is a free government initiative dedicated to supporting Victorians to live a more active and healthy life.

When you join Get Active Victoria, you unlock valuable tools to support you on your journey, such as guided workouts, different styles of movement, nutritious recipes, expert advice and a supportive community.

The Get Active Victoria website and app are full of fun, active living ideas for the whole family and you can find a whole range of guided video workouts for all levels of ability, including:

🙆Stretching
🚶Low impact activities
💃Dance
🚴Cardio
💪Strength
🧘Pilates and yoga
🏋Core
🏃Challenges and games

Every day, small moments count - that’s the Get Active Victoria approach and it looks different for everyone.

If you find exercising hard, doing little bits of activity across the day is a great solution. Think about when and where you can squeeze in some more activity. Making small changes to your daily routine can make a big difference to your health and wellbeing. Moving your body has many benefits, including:

😁 Boosting your mood by releasing feel-good endorphins.
🧠 Enhancing brain function and supporting memory and focus.
⚡️ Boosting energy and increasing daily energy levels.
💤 Improving sleep and helping you sleep deeper.
🏃‍♂️ Improving your fitness wherever and whenever suits you.

Join today for FREE and start moving your body for Active April.

To learn more visit https://www.getactive.vic.gov.au

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We’re mid-way through April and the days are getting shorter and cooler, particularly the mornings and evenings.And the ...
15/04/2026

We’re mid-way through April and the days are getting shorter and cooler, particularly the mornings and evenings.

And the change in temperature also means we’re heading into cold and flu season.

Now is the perfect time to give your immune system a little extra support to ensure it’s fighting fit for the months ahead.

Consider these simple tips to make sure your immune system is winter-ready:

😴 Prioritise good sleep. Your immune system loves rest - aim for a solid seven to nine hours a night and your immune system will thank you for it.

🥗 Eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables. Proper nutrition supports the production of antibodies, strengthens the gut microbiome and reduces inflammation, all of which help to ward off common bugs.

🚶 Stay active to keep your body strong. Exercise increases the circulation of critical white blood cells, allowing them to patrol the body more effectively.

🧊 Stay hydrated (even when it’s cold). Proper hydration transports nutrients and oxygen to cells and supports the flushing of toxins from the body.

🧴Wash hands regularly and practise good hygiene. Hand washing removes viruses and bacteria before they can enter the body through the eyes, nose or mouth.

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As the weather cools down and we enter flu season, we know there’s plenty of people within Yarram and surrounding commun...
09/04/2026

As the weather cools down and we enter flu season, we know there’s plenty of people within Yarram and surrounding communities looking to get their flu vaccines.

We have flu shots on the way and will notify the community here via our page as soon as they arrive.

We’ll be sure to include all the information about how you can make an appointment for your vaccine.

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If you have a passion for high-quality care and supporting people to remain living in their home for as long as possible...
08/04/2026

If you have a passion for high-quality care and supporting people to remain living in their home for as long as possible then this one’s for you.

We’re on the lookout for a Home Support Worker (Personal Care Assistant) to join the team at YDHS.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for providing high-quality care services within the home to support people to remain living safely, independently and with dignity in their own homes.

We’re looking for someone with:

🗣️ Excellent communication skills, including the ability to liaise with consumers, their families and colleagues.
🫶🏻 A passion for person-centred care, with the ability to listen, collaborate and adapt to support our consumers to live their best lives.
🧹 An ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
🚿 Experience in providing personal care and domestic assistance to older people and/or people with a disability.

If that sounds like you, visit https://www.ydhs.com.au/current-vacancies/ for more information, including to apply.

Applications close this Sunday 12 April 2026.

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